FD Forum

Thursday 31st October 
3:30pm-5pm
Venue: Saffery, Fifth Floor, 71 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4BE

Registration and refreshments from 3pm

Networking from 5pm

 
3:30pm Welcome & introduction 

Keith Wilmott, CFO, Venn Group

 
3:35pm APSCo update

Samantha Hurley, Operations Director, APSCo

 
3.40pm Immediate insight into the Labour Government’s first budget

Mike Hodges, Tax Partner, Saffery

Join us for an analysis of the Labour Government's first budget and its potential impact on the recruitment sector. Mike Hodges, will provide immediate insights and explore how the latest fiscal policies could influence hiring trends, wage expectations, and overall market dynamics. With his expertise in financial strategy and tax advisory, Mike will offer valuable perspectives on what these changes mean for recruiters and employers navigating this evolving landscape.

 

4:20pm Optimism and Economic Outlook Ahead of the U.S. Presidential Elections

William Hobbs, Head of Multi-Asset Wealth, Barclays UK Wealth Management

As Finance Directors and CFOs look ahead to the U.S. Presidential elections, optimism surrounds the economy and capital markets. Key sectors like technology and infrastructure show resilience, while potential policy changes could drive growth. Monitoring interest rates, taxation, and trade will be crucial for adjusting corporate finance strategies and seizing new opportunities.

 

Who should attend?

Business owners, CFOs, and Finance Directors seeking insights on how the evolving political landscape could impact their financial strategies.

 

Key takeaways:
  • Gain immediate insights into how the new fiscal policies could affect the recruitment sector
  • How to optimise your financial strategy in the evolving political landscape
  • Understand how the upcoming US Presidential election may shape capital markets
William Hobbs

William Hobbs

Head of Multi-Asset Wealth, Barclays UK Wealth Management

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Mike Hodges

Mike Hodges

Tax Partner, Saffery

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