In this issue, we celebrate International Women’s Day (8 March) by acknowledging the huge impact that female professionals have on business, and the need for more to be done to support female empowerment. We look at how female representation on boards in Asia is improving, but it’s a mixed picture across the region. Which nations are ahead and which lag behind?
We also delve into ACCA’s latest report on how gender-responsive budgeting by governments worldwide is growing. What can nations do to address gender disparities and create more equitable and just societies?
Our main interview is with Dipin Chhabra FCCA, CFO of Melbourne Chef, a manufacturer of own-label ready meals. Hailing from Kenya, Chhabra moved to Australia to continue her rewarding career in the food and beverage sector – ‘I love being part of an industry that brings people together over great food and memorable experiences.’ As a female leader, she has made it a priority to support others to get the most out of professional life. Read her inspiring story.
In our careers section, we hear from author and FCCA Sissel Heiberg on why she thinks introverts have qualities and skills that are often overlooked but whose quiet leadership can improve an organisation’s performance.
And if you are prone to procrastination, we have an article for you on learning new habits to get stuff done.
Elsewhere, we consider why practitioners need to take a strategic approach to AI adoption if firms in the region are to stay ahead of the competition, and find out what finance teams can do to build trust in AI.
Finally, our technical section is brimming with articles to keep you up to date with the latest things. This month, there’s an article on IFRS for SMEs along with an update on Singapore’s recent budget.
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