Women in Tax Forum - Europe 2021
June 22-23, virtual event | BST (British standard time)
ABOUT THIS EVENT
The ITR Women in Tax Forum - Europe will be taking place virtually on June 22-23, providing women in tax the opportunity to network and learn from industry thought leaders. Expert speakers will provide updates on global tax changes, including digital tax, DSTs, COVID-19 implications and tax transparency.
Throughout both days, dynamic discussions will also examine best practice and innovation around leadership and management. ITR’s Women in Tax Forum is an inclusive event, welcoming junior corporate tax professionals all the way through to managers, directors and heads of tax, and newly admitted lawyers through to managing partners (both men and women). The forum aims to support the advancement of women in tax through a two-day programme and provide a professional development opportunity.
ATTENDEE PROFILE
500+ TAX PROFESSIONALS
TAX EXECUTIVE AUDIENCE
INTERNATIONAL NETWORK
VIRTUAL EVENT FEATURES
Much like an in-person conference, a virtual event brings together top experts and industry peers for dynamic discussions and networking. Through the use of a specially designed events platform, you can access all content and participate in Q&A’s, live polling, breakout sessions and networking groups from a desktop computer or mobile device. You can also view all sessions on demand at a time that suits you.
Virtual Exhibition Hall
Meet sponsors at their virtual booths
Speaker interaction
Reach out to speakers taking part in their live Q&A after their session
Personal Programme
Create your own schedule with meetings and interesting sessions
On-demand Access
Watch at a more convenient time to suit your needs
Messaging and Video calls
Meeting someone new? Drop them a message or schedule a call
AI powered matchmaking
Meet new people in the event with AI recommendations
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 22
Opening comments from ITR
09.00 - 09.05 BST
Global tax update: 2021 and beyond
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09.05 - 09.55 BST
How can companies keep up to date in an increasingly fast-changing tax environment?
Assessing the long-term impact of COVID-19 for tax practitioners
Recent international developments in digital service taxes (DST)
Tax controversy: preparing for the expected rise in disputes
Anna Elphick
VP tax, global markets, Unilever
Laura Greco
head of tax, Vodafone Italia
Networking break
09.55 - 10.15 BST
Taxation of the digital economy: where are we now?
10.15 - 11.05 BST
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Latest developments on the OECD’s Pillar 1 and Pillar 2
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What are the practical implications for tax practitioners?
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How are MNEs managing the uncertainty and planning for implementation?
Networking break
11.05 - 11.25 BST
Improving inclusivity and equality post-pandemic
11.25 - 12.15 BST
As many return to the office, how can we keep the conversation open on flexible working arrangements for those who have benefitted from it?
Managing remote and cross-border teams: creating an inclusive environment for all employees
Ensuring gender pay equality is at the forefront of business’ minds as activity resumes
Clare Heard
Europe & Africa tax director, Diageo
Ola Barreto-Morley
interim head of tax, GFG Alliance
Networking break
12.15 - 12.35 BST
Tax technology and automation
12.35 - 13.25 BST
MTD for corporation tax: how will this work in practice?
Practical tips for leveraging technology with limited resources
Increasing automation and digitisation of tax compliance
Nadine Massaro
head of tax technology & projects, Swiss Re
Close of day one
13.25 - 13.30 BST
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Wednesday, June 23
Opening comments from ITR
09.00 - 09.05 BST
Global transfer pricing developments
09.05 - 09.55 BST
Dealing with the transfer pricing implications of COVID-19
Managing increasing audits in the transfer pricing space
Assessing value chain issues
Key dispute prevention and resolution methods
Sanna Jäälinoja
head of transfer pricing, Outokumpu
Carolina Graterol
global head of company tax & transfer pricing, Rosen Group
Sylvia Schmatz
head of group tax/group tax manager, Prinzhorn Group
Networking break
09.55 - 10.15 BST
Professional development workshops
10.15 - 10.55 BST
Workshop A: The importance of leadership, influencing & mentoring
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What does it mean to be a good leader?
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Building your influencing skills
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How can we encourage more mentoring initiatives? What are the best ways to find a mentor if your company doesn’t have its own programmes?
Laura Warren
senior counsel/head of tax, Hamilton Lane
Shashi Sharma
head of tax UK&I, Molson Coors
Kate Cornelius
head of new markets & strategic projects – tax, Costa Coffee
Workshop B: Career advancement in the world of tax
What skills should tax professionals be prioritising moving forward?
How important is it to have a ‘specialised’ focus?
The role of further education in career progression
Sarah Sheldon
AVP tax, MetLife
Florence Biraud
group VP tax, Sodexo
Post-panel breakouts
10.55 - 11.15 BST
These interactive breakout sessions will allow delegates who participated in one of the streams a chance to ask follow up questions directly to the speakers and delve deeper into the topics discussed. It’s also a chance to make new connections with industry colleagues, share ideas and hear what other attendees took away from the previous sessions.
Networking break
11.15 - 11.35 BST
The Tax Transparency Agenda
11.35 - 12.25 BST
Navigating increasing global tax transparency efforts
Managing DAC6 and getting ahead of DAC7 and DAC8
Preparing for public CbCR in the EU
The importance of relationships in managing reputational risk: engaging the board and the wider public
Jenny Turner
tax advisor, UBS
Pamela Palazzi
head of tax, Sky Italia
Closing comments and close of conference
12.25 - 12.30 BST
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SPEAKERS
If you feel you have something to contribute or would like to position yourself as an expert in your field, please get in touch with Lucy Huckle for in-house speaking enquiries or Jamil Ahad for law firm or service provider opportunities.
Anna Elphick
Unilever
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Laura Greco
Vodafone Italia
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Clare Heard
Diageo
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Nadine Massaro
Swiss Re
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Sanna Jäälinoja
Outokumpu
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Carolina Graterol
Rosen Group
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Sylvia Schmatz
Prinzhorn Group
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Laura Warren
Hamilton Lane
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Shashi Sharma
Molson Coors
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Sarah Sheldon
MetLife
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Jenny Turner
UBS
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Pamela Palazzi
Sky Italia
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Ola Barreto-Morley
GFG Alliance
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Kate Cornelius
Costa Coffee
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Florence Biraud
Sodexo
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REGISTRATION TYPE
TAX EXECUTIVES
Access to all sessions is FREE
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Tax executives
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Tax managers
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Heads of tax
ADVISORS
Access to all sessions is £250
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Partners and of counsel
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Associates
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Tax consultants
TESTIMONIALS
"Very interactive sessions, lots of questions were addressed. Great topics were selected
"This was the first ITR conference that I have attended. I am impressed with the presentations and the interaction opportunities provided in a virtual environment
"One of the best online conferences I've experienced
"Very good sharing of practical advice and information. Far exceeded my expectation for a virtual tax event
"Very clear delivery of a timely topic from all the speakers -- pointed and focused coverage
"Very good variety of sessions. Technical, practical, soft skills all covered off
TESTIMONIALS
"Very interactive sessions, lots of questions were addressed. Great topics were selected
"This was the first ITR conference that I have attended. I am impressed with the presentations and the interaction opportunities provided in a virtual environment
"One of the best online conferences I've experienced
"Very good sharing of practical advice and information. Far exceeded my expectation for a virtual tax event
"Very clear delivery of a timely topic from all the speakers -- pointed and focused coverage
"Very good variety of sessions. Technical, practical, soft skills all covered off
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