Member spotlight: The Association of International Accountants (AIA)
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This week we caught up with The Association of International Accountants to find out how they’re going further with Chamber membership.
Where are you based?
Staithes 3, The Watermark, Metro Riverside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE11 9SN, UK
How many employees do you have?
17
Give us a brief overview of your business.
The Association of International Accountants (AIA) is a leading professional body for accountants and finance professionals with a long-standing reputation for excellence in professional education and a dynamic global membership.
Based in the United Kingdom, AIA has an established history of improving professional skills and ethical standards across the sector; our members are recognised, respected, and regulated.
AIA’s commitment to protecting the public interest and advancing professional standards is evident through our respected qualifications portfolio, robust membership requirements and the production of research, best practice, and skills guidance.
Tell us about a recent business success.
AIA recently announced its latest strategic partnership with climate experts Net Zero Now, enabling accountancy firms to measure and reduce their carbon emissions. This new partnership will provide AIA members with access to an industry-backed standard for carbon reduction and the ability for accountancy practices to act on climate change and get ‘Net Zero’ certified.
More recently, AIA celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the AIA Hong Kong Branch at the AIA Annual Dinner 2023. The Hong Kong branch holds the honor of being the first overseas branch for AIA, having been founded in 1973.
Why are you a Chamber Member?
The membership offers excellent opportunities for relationship building in the local area, plenty of insightful events to attend and a robust support network that AIA feels privleged to be able to access and utilize.
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