Accounting for diversity, equity and inclusion in tech and beyond

03/22/23 • 26 min

How will artificial intelligence impact the future of accounting? And how can the tech sector be more inclusive? These are just two of the big topics explored by Xero Talks’ keynote speaker, Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon.

Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon is a prodigy in every sense of the word. At age 11, she was the youngest girl ever to pass A-level Computing, and was just 20 years old when she received her Master’s Degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Oxford.

She’s had some impressive roles throughout her career in finance and tech. And is now the founder and CEO of Stemettes, an organisation dedicated to inspiring and promoting the next generation of young women into STEM sectors as well as a trustee at the Institute for the Future of Work.

You can find out more about Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon here.

This podcast is hosted by Ash Gibson, brought to you by Xero and produced by Bird Lime Media.

You can find out more about Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon here.

This podcast is hosted by Ash Gibson, brought to you by Xero and produced by Bird Lime Media.

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