In case you haven’t heard, Xerocon is again with a bang. From London to New Orleans, and shortly, Sydney, this yr’s occasion collection is a global tour celebrating our associate neighborhood across the globe. Whether or not you’re a first-timer or veteran, it’s secure to say you may anticipate the surprising. In spite of everything, it’s been coined the world’s most lovely and modern convention for cloud accounting leaders for a great cause. So what do now we have in retailer at Xerocon Sydney this September? Learn on for a preview.
Inspirational audio system and particular friends
This yr, now we have a stellar keynote lineup deliberate. Our CEO Steve Vamos will open the occasion by sharing his imaginative and prescient for Xero, overlaying all the things from investments and partnerships to product and platform growth. After setting the scene, you’ll hear from leaders, innovators and decision-makers. They’ll discover sizzling matters like digital adoption and transformation, and harnessing change to drive innovation (amongst many others).
We now have particular friends within the combine to excite and encourage our audiences, like govt coach Kemi Nekvapil, and legendary footballer and social advocate Adam Goodes. We even have Chris Jordan AO, Commissioner of the ATO, becoming a member of us on the primary stage. Our keynotes are unfold throughout two days (and so they gained’t overlap), so that you’ll have the possibility to take all the things in. For advisors like Vanessa Henricks of Coin Accounting, these periods are at all times a spotlight. In her phrases, “I at all times come away from Xerocon with so many practice-based learnings, but it surely’s usually the particular friends that encourage me. Our trade has gone via some powerful years, so any motivational content material will probably be nice to soak up. Specifically, I’m excited to listen to from Kemi.”
Breakout periods with loads of sensible takeaways
The again half of days one and two are devoted to our breakouts. These displays are education-led, that means you’ll go away with sensible takeaways and instruments to place into apply. With 20 periods scheduled, there’s one thing from everybody, with matters starting from fashionable management to sustainability, eInvoicing, and blockchain expertise. The very best half? You’ll be able to select your individual journey by heading alongside to whichever periods resonate with you most. Head right here for a full rundown of the agenda and breakout themes to begin planning now.
Numerous alternatives to community and join
Whether or not you’re bringing your complete group alongside or going it alone, there’ll be loads of alternatives to community and join at Xerocon Sydney. Like many within the trade, Julianna Nagy of Horizon Accounts has discovered the previous few years significantly isolating. Which means this yr’s occasion is her likelihood to reconnect with the trade. She explains, “I’m actually wanting ahead to catching up with outdated buddies and making new ones. It’s extra necessary than ever to be round individuals, particularly if – like me – you’re employed by your self.”
If you end up flying solo, don’t fear – there’ll little doubt be anyone else in the identical boat. Vanessa says, “Lots of people attend by themselves. So why not go as much as somebody and have a chat? It’s what I did at my first Xerocon, and it’s what I’ll be doing once more this yr.” That can assist you ease again into occasion mingling, we’ve gone forward and organized dialog stations and breakout areas – to not point out our 75+ app exhibitors who’re at all times up for a great chin wag.
The prospect to let free (and throw it again to a distinct period)
Mud off these shoulder pads and produce again the growth field, as a result of the Xerocon wrap occasion goes again to the 80s with a neon playground theme. We’re taking up Sydney’s iconic Luna Park for one evening solely, all to rejoice you – our associate neighborhood. This occasion will certainly be one for the ages, however don’t simply take our phrase for it. Michelle Westle of Penrose Skilled Bookkeeping Providers in Albany says, “We not often get these sorts of huge occasions right here on the West Coast, so I’m excited to see how Xerocon comes collectively. The wrap occasion is what everybody talks about – it’s positively one thing to stay up for.” Vanessa agrees, including, “It’s an opportunity to let your hair down and have fun. I can’t wait to see all of the loopy accountants and bookkeepers let free!” You should definitely head right here to safe your spot on the dancefloor.
We couldn’t be extra excited to convey the advisory trade collectively once more to be taught, join and be impressed. With simply over two weeks to go till Xerocon Sydney, the countdown is on. Till then, discover out extra about this yr’s occasion right here. See you there!