London | 11 November

Join Ermal Krutani, your IFA Regional Ambassador, for the final London regional event of 2026.

This final meeting of the year offers a great opportunity to connect, learn and network with fellow members and peers before we break for the festive period.

We are pleased to be joined by Gary Flint from Think Business, who will deliver:

The Lending Landscape and How It Has Changed: How a Broker Can Help Your Clients

Ian will explore the changing lending landscape and what this means for businesses and their advisers.

The session will look at how access to finance has evolved, the range of lending options now available and some of the challenges clients may face when seeking funding. Ian will also explain how working with a broker can help clients navigate the market, identify suitable finance solutions and improve their chances of securing the funding they need.

We are also pleased to be joined by Richard Morrison-Butcher from The Cyber Resilience Centre Network, who will discuss the fully funded cyber support available to IFA members through the Cyber Resilience Centre Network (CRC Network).

Richard will explain the current online threats facing accountants and introduce the free tools, resources and fully funded cyber resilience services available to help protect your organisation. The session will be jargon-free and focused on practical support, including how to access the services available.

This session will cover:

• Why accountants are being targeted by cyber criminals, including real-world case studies
• How to improve your protection against common scams and vulnerabilities facing accountants
• An introduction to the Cyber Resilience Centre Network and the fully funded tools, resources and services available
• How to access support and take your first steps towards improving your cyber resilience

 Event details 

• Date: Wednesday 11 November 2026 
• Time: 17:30 – 20:00hrs
• Delivery: In-person, UK 
• Cost: Free of charge
• CPD hours: 2
• Refreshments: Complimentary refreshments will be provided. Please register in advance so we can cater appropriately. 

This in-person event will also include: 

A welcome and update from IFA, including introductions to new and existing members. 

• A short business-focused presentation. 
• An opportunity to refresh your knowledge, gain industry insight and earn 2 CPD hours. 
• Dedicated time for networking with members and professional contacts. 

The meeting is open to non-members, and we encourage you to bring colleagues or professional contacts who may benefit from attending. 

Attendance in person is mandatory for CPD accreditation. If, for any reason, you are unable to attend, we kindly ask that you do not register for this event. 

Venue

Northeastern University London
Devon House
58 St Katharine's Way, London E1W 1LP

We look forward to seeing you. 

About the speakers:

Richard Morrison-Butcher, The Cyber Resilience Centre Network 

T/Detective Chief Inspector Richard brings more than 18 years of experience in UK policing, specialising in cybercrime investigation, fraud, digital forensics, and complex case management. He has held national coordination roles and is a recent graduate of both the College of Policing’s Fast-Track Leadership Programme and an Information Security postgraduate.

Alongside his policing expertise, Richard brings private sector experience from running his own SME, giving him a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing London’s business community