News DeskDubai, UAE – The Finance, Excellence & Leadership (FELS) Summit 2024, organized by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) in partnership with the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) Dubai Chapter and CFA Institute, concluded this week in Dubai. The event brought together over 500 finance professionals to address the importance of continuous learning in the rapidly changing landscape of the finance profession.
The summit opened with a keynote session titled “6 Pillars of Executive Performance,” highlighting partnerships and collaborations as best practices for the evolving role of finance. Fazeela Gopalani, Head of Eurasia and Middle East for ACCA, commended the record attendance, including Her Excellency Noura Alblooshi, General Manager at Emirates Institute of Finance.
Leaders and executives shared insights and strategies to ensure a sustainable future for the finance profession. A series of seminars covered topics such as business transformation, sustainable finance, climate finance, green bonds, and sustainability-linked loans, providing guidance on navigating these critical issues.
“Our profession is vital for economies to grow and prosper,” said Fazeela Gopalani. “Accountancy is a cornerstone profession that supports both the private and public sectors, acting as a super-connector by working with governments, regulators, educational establishments, and trade organizations to build sustainable businesses and flourishing societies.”
The theme of this year’s summit, “Leadership and Excellence,” encapsulated the essence of FELS’s mission. Excellence is a continuous journey of lifelong learning, growth, and the pursuit of mastery, while leadership is a mindset that transcends boundaries, disrupts conventions, and embraces innovation.
Gopalani emphasized the importance of continuous learning, stating, “As finance professionals, we must be committed to lifelong learning, constantly updating our skills and knowledge to keep pace with the evolving demands of our profession, and FELS provides a unique platform for us to do this.”
The FELS Summit 2024 served as a crucial platform for finance professionals to collaborate, share knowledge, and equip themselves with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the rapidly evolving business landscape.
