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GGI North American Best Practices & Developing Leaders ConferenceFort Worth, TX, USAPOSTPONED TO JAN/FEB 2025 (new dates to be confirmed shortly)
GGI EasyMeetTallinn, Estonia26-28 September 2024REGISTER NOW
GGI Nordic-Baltic MeetingTallinn, Estonia26-28 September 2024REGISTER NOW
GGI Webinar SIG Divorce & Family Law01 October, 17:00 pm CEST
GGI Asia-Pacific Regional ConferenceTokyo, Japan05-06 November 2024REGISTER NOW
GGI World Conferenceincluding a GCG M&A Dealmakers MeetingTokyo, Japan06-09 November 2024REGISTER NOW
GGI European Regional ConferenceMarbella, Spain08 - 11 May 2025
GGI North American Regional Conference Atlanta, GA, USA26-29 June 2025 (tbc)
Accountants and tax advisors, we hear you.
It came to our attention that the date we set for this event in September did not suit many of our members involved in tax, as it is too close to a tax deadline in the US. While an event filled with only lawyers can be a lot of fun, it would be a shame to not have more accountants, auditors and tax advisors on board, given that we are a multidisiplinary network.We've therefore taken the decision to postpone this event to the beginning of 2025 (January or February). We will update you in the next issue of INSIDER with regards to the new dates, as soon as they are confirmed.
Regardless of the postponement, we continue to plan the programme. Let us know what best practices you would like to share, or stories about successful GGI partnerships that have created great bonds between your firm and another GGI member firm. Suggestions by email to either Niko Brosnihan or Linda Soriton.
Tallinn is calling! Join us this September in this impossibly photogenic town with an amazing urban and digital landscape.
A quick reminder for our European members that the LAST event in the region this year will be these two [COMBINED] events: the GGI Nordic-Baltic Meeting and the GGI EasyMeet (for Developing Leaders). If you're not going to be able to join us in Tokyo, we'd especially love to see you here.Members from the Nordic-Baltic region are always welcoming to those from outside the region -- and traditionally, while we prioritise presentations from members in the region, we are also happy to discuss Europe-wide issues during this meeting.
We're delighted to have Marko Mihkelson back as a keynote speaker. Marko is Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Estonian Parliament. He was first elected to the Parliament in 2003 and is starting to serve his sixth mandate. He has served in previous parliaments as a Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Chair of the EU Affairs Committee and Chair of the National Defense Committee. Between 2000 and 2003, he worked as the Director of the Baltic Centre for Russian Studies; from 1997 to 2000, he was the Editor-in-Chief of the biggest national daily newspaper Postimees; and from 1994 to 1997, he was Postimees’ correspondent in Moscow. Marko has an MA degree in History from the University of Tartu. In addition to chairing the Council of Foreign Relations of Estonia, he is also a member of the Council of the European Council of Foreign Relations and ICDS. Finally, he is also author of the books "Russia: In Dusk and Dawn“ (2010) and “The Disruptive Era” (2018).
This year, we are also running an EasyMeet meeting, where we encourage the next generation of members to start to build their connections within the GGI network and to share their expertise with their cohorts.
The EasyMeet in Tallinn will be the first one since Stockholm in 2019. While we've noticed that many of our previous EasyMeet attendees have "graduated" onto the larger GGI events, we know for sure that there are still many developing leaders in our member firms who would truly benefit from also building their own networks within GGI.We hope therefore that you will be able to support this upcoming event in the autumn with at least one developing leader from your firm, where we can ensure some fun and camaraderie, but also a programme that will encourage critical thinking, decision-making, emotional intelligence and strategic thinking. After all, leaders skills are not always inborn, but they can be nurtured and developed.
Tax professionals might also be excited to know that there will be a Young ITPG (International Taxation Practice Group) session (for tax professionals under the age of 40) just prior to the start of the event.
Our gracious hosts, Grow Finance OÜ and Sirel & Partners Attorneys at Law, are looking forward to welcoming fellow GGI colleagues to their hometown.
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We are excited to travel to the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan, for our GGI World Conference in November. This event will also include our GGI Asia-Pacific Regional Conference, as well as a GCG M&A Dealmakers Meeting. A registration for the GGI World Conference will include the other two events, as there will not be any additional registration fees to attend either or both.
Tokyo is special. Nowhere else has quite the same mix of timeless history and space-age tech, of strict tradition and up-to-the-second fashions, of bewildering crowds and moments of utter serenity. It's the past and future wrapped up together into one thrilling package – and understandably, it's one of the top tourist destinations on the planet.
We are delighted to have two sponsoring host firms based in Tokyo: IDEA International Accounting Office and Kojima Law Offices. In case you have some time to connect with them during your trip, do make sure to reach out to them.
The GGI World Conference, set against the backdrop of Tokyo's dynamic blend of tradition and innovation, offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with like-minded GGI and GCG professionals from the region and around the globe. Of course, there will be the usual superb platform for learning, growing, and developing, but we also plan to jointly discover Tokyo's culture and delicious food. We are sure that we will have loads of fun while networking and creating valuable memories.
Why attend?
Make most out of your GGI or GCG membership -- network with industry leaders: With your international GGI and GCG colleagues, exchange ideas, discuss industry trends, strengthen your professional network and create a sound basis on which to build working relationships based on mutual trust and confidence. Strengthen your ties in the Asia-Pacific region, get to know new members who might not have attended events in your region, and catch up with old friends.
Insightful sessions and workshops: Participate in a series of expertly curated sessions, interactive workshops and Expert Group meetings. Engage with thought-leaders who will share insights on navigating complex regulations, leveraging technology, and enhancing professional skills.
Professional growth: Whethers you are an established professional or an emerging talent, this conference offers opportunities for professional development. Enhance your knowledge base, gain new perspectives, and acquire practical skills that can be directly applied to your practice. Besides broadening your professional knowledge and staying in the forefront of your business, you can also discuss best practices with fellow kindred spirits, jointly tackling leadership issues, work-life balance and other challenges you might currently have in your business.
Exclusive access: Enjoy cocktail receptions, formal dinners, networking breaks and fabulous sightseeing tours. These events are designed to foster meaningful interactions and build lasting relationships in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere. It's a closed circle - only accessible for you as GGI/GCG member.
Cultural enrichment: Tokyo is not just a hub of commerce and innovation but also a city rich in culture and history. It is a megacity that other world capitals look up to. With our optional excursions, you have the opportunity to explore historic sites and savour exquisite Japanese cuisine. For example, the visit to the Tsukiji Outer Fish Market will include a sushi-making experience. Or visit Asakusa, the traditional centre of Tokyo and heart of the city during the Edo period (17th to 19th centuries). During this trip, you will get to see Sensoji Temple and perhaps pick up an omikuji fortune, stroll along the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street and find both traditional and modern local crafts, and take a rickshaw ride along the backstreets to get a deeper look into the area's history and culture. Check the full programme to see what other excursions are available.
WHAT ABOUT KYOTO? In addition to the Tokyo optional excursions, we are also planning to add a 2-day trip to Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan, post-Conference. The 2 day trip 09-10 November (leave Sat early morning and return Sun late evening) will include first class bullet train tickets, transfer of luggage directly, an overnight stay in Kyoto, transfers to and from Tokyo and Kyoto hotels, 2 days of fully guided tours, lunches and dinners on both days. Final details to be confirmed but if you are interested, please do make sure to contact Linda Soriton or Anita Szoeke at GGI Head Office asap.
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