InVOICE November 2009

02 November 2009

From the

Chief Executive

Dedicated Conference Team and Members Panel Announced

With our first international conference fast approaching at the end of this month, Ami Copeland and Rebecca Andrews are working around the clock from the Institute's offices in Trafalagar Square, London.

New speakers are being anounced every day, and the brand new Members Panel has been established. The Members Panel is made up of Institute success stories; experienced members who will each talk about issues that affect bookkeepers today and give practical advice on running your own bookkeeping practice.

If you have any questions, or would like some more information, please get in touch with Ami and Rebecca directly by emailing conference@icbglobal.org

And don't forget, time is running out if you have still to book your ticket.

Come and experience for yourself the buzz surrounding the bookkeeping profession, and join us at the most important ICB event to date. Two information-packed days of conference are taking place in the imposing BIS Conference Centre at the seat of government, splendidly positioned between the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey.

Meet fellow students and members, earn CPD points, become better at what you do, and last but perhaps not least, visit one of the most beautiful areas of the capital.

Yours sincerely,
GARRY CARTER
Chief Executive .

For more information visit www.bookkeepers.org.uk/Conference_2009

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