Registration deadline is 12/05/2025
Venue: Palais de la Bourse -9 la Canebière, 13001 Marseille
In Person only event
Our conference, running from 9:30 to 17:00, will bring together experts, policymakers and sector representatives to discuss key topics for SMEs and SMPs. The program includes sessions on competitiveness, expanding service offerings and sustainability reporting. We will also explore AI and process automation in accounting, featuring real-world applications and best practices. The event will conclude with a roundtable on international accounting networks.
Expect expert insights, interactive discussions, and valuable networking opportunities.
Program
Moderated by: Francis Papazian
| 09:00 | Welcome coffee and networking |
| 09:30 | Opening remarks Salvador Marín, EFAA President Damien Charrier, CNOEC President Farouk Boulbahri, EFAA Board Member |
| 09:50 | How SMPs can contribute to the competitiveness of the EU private and public sectors Jean Bouquot, IFAC President – video message |
| 09:55 | SME Competitiveness: Key Drivers Across the Public and Private Sectors Q&A |
| 10:25 | Expand Service Offerings Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities for Future Accounting Professionals – Anatoli Bourmistrov, Professor, Dr, Nord University Business School EUIPO and the SME Fund – Inge Buffolo, Director Business Development at EUIPO Q&A, Final Remarks |
| 11:25 | Coffee break |
| 11:40 | Expand Service Offerings SMPs and Sustainability: sharing best practices and experiences from some EU Countries Deborah Fisher, Registered Auditor, RSM Belgium George Josephakis, Managing Director, G. Josephakis Audit Ltd Mario LLopis, Chief Operating Officer, NER Audit Services Q&A, Final Remarks |
| 12:40 | Africa link, sharing best practices |
| 13:00 | Lunch |
| 14:00 | Enhancing Efficiency of SMPs and SMEs through AI and eInvoicing Transforming SMPs using AI and Digital Innovation: Eriona Bajrakutaj, Eriona, a UK-based practitioner, transformed her traditional family practice from paper-based to fully digital by integrating AI-driven technology and solutions. In 2024, she launched a business focused on digital transformation of small businesses and practices. As a speaker at the upcoming conference, she will share her insights and strategies for leveraging technology to drive growth and efficiency of SMPs. eInvoicing – sharing experiences Damien Charrier, CNOEC President Bart Van Coile, ITAA President Q&A, Final Remarks |
| 15:50 | Leveraging International Accountancy Networks for Process Automation and Competitive Advantage for SMPs and SMEs Filipa Correia, Crowe Global Paul Grosjean, DFK International |
| 16:30 | Closing remarks |