In our interview this month, we hear from Elvin Wong FCCA, director of finance and administration at National Gallery Singapore. Housing the world’s largest public collection of South-East Asian modern art, the gallery plays a major part in boosting Singapore’s cultural offering. Wong explains the unique aspects of working in the renowned arts institution, and how the pandemic impacted visitor numbers.
We look at the growth in wealth management services in Asia with a focus on how Hong Kong is broadening its appeal to high-net-worth families through tax breaks. And we consider the competition from Singapore, where the city-state has seen a rise in the number of family offices. (LINK TBC)
Columnist Errol Oh discusses the US’s anti-money laundering campaign, which serves as a reminder to professional accountants of the contribution they make in the fight to curb dirty money. And we learn more from an ACCA report on why accountants are the most trusted professionals for tax advice – valued above lawyers, politicians and tax authorities.
In our careers section, business psychologist Jess Baker looks at how employees can regain their motivation and re-engage with their work. And we find out how the intensity of a smile can make or break a deal.
We also start a new series that uses graphics to help illustrate some of the key trends in technology. This month, we look at tech stocks, their performance as an asset class, the key players and the role of the Big Four in the sector.
Finally, don’t forget to sign up for our virtual Accounting for the Future conference, to earn up to 15 free CPD units. This year’s event runs from 29 November to 1 December.
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