Midlands | 12 November

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Join Mujibur Rahman, your IFA Regional Ambassador, for the last of the Midlands regional event for this year. This final event offers you a chance to connect, re-visit, learn and network with your fellow peers before we break for the festive period.  

We are pleased to welcome David Logan, Managing Director at TAG Tax, who will deliver an update on the latest Budget announcements and what they mean for accountants and their clients.

We will also be joined by Michelle Ohran from The Cyber Resilience Centre Network, who will present:

Fully Funded Cyber Support for IFA Members: What’s available and how to access it

Join us for a workshop covering the fully funded cyber support available for IFA Members, delivered by The Cyber Resilience Centre Network (CRC Network) in partnership with the Institute of Financial Accountants (IFA). This session explains the current online threats facing accountants and introduces the free tools, resources and fully funded cyber resilience services available to help you protect your organisation. The session is jargon-free and focused on helping you understand what support is available and how to access it.

This session will cover:

  • Why accountants are being targeted by cyber criminals, including real-world case studies
  • How to increase your protection against common scams and vulnerabilities facing accountants
  • Introduction to the Cyber Resilience Centre Network and the fully funded cyber resilience tools, resources and services available 
  • How to get in touch and take your first steps towards better cyber resilience

Event details 

  • Date: Thursday 12 November 2026
  • Time: 18:00 – 20:00hrs (arrival from 17:30hrs onwards with a 18:00hrs start)
  • 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. 

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This in-person session 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

Venue

Birmingham City University Business School

Room C502
The Curzon Building
4 Cardigan Street
Birmingham, B4 7BD

Travel information

Car

  • Use postcode B4 7BD for navigational purposes.
  • There are pay-and-display / multi-storey car parks nearby adjacent to Millennium Point with pedestrian access to Curzon Building.
  • NB. The campus sits within Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone; please ensure your vehicle is compliant to avoid charges.

Bus 

  • There are a number of busses that stop near the Curzon Building; depending on your starting point within the city centre; use a service that stops on Cardigan Street, Jennens Road or Curzon Street.
  • On arrival: alight near the Curzon Building (4 Cardigan Street).

Train

  • You may arrive at either Birmingham New Street Station or Birmingham Moor Street Station in the city centre.
  • From New Street: Exit the station and follow signs for the city centre / Eastside. Then walk towards the Curzon Building.
  • From Moor Street Station: Exit onto Moor Street Queensway and walk through Eastside City Park towards Cardigan Street and the Curzon Building. 

We look forward to seeing you.

About the speakers:

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Michelle began her policing career in 1996 and has three decades of experience investigating serious crimes across the West Midlands.

Throughout her career, she has worked closely with partner organisations and charities, often leading the development of innovative processes and best practices to improve multi-agency collaboration. Her ability to drive change within both policing and external partnerships has fostered strong, long-term working relationships. These qualities underpin her leadership at the Cyber Resilience Centre, where she continues to champion cross-sector cooperation and resilience in the face of evolving digital threats

David Logan CTA ATT (Fellow)
Managing Director, TAG Tax

David is a Chartered Tax Adviser with over 30 years’ experience, including 14 years with a Big 4 firm, advising businesses ranging from owner-managed companies to large international groups.  As Managing Director of TAG Tax and co-founder of the TAG Community, David leads a team of more than 30 tax advisers and specialist consultants, providing SME accountancy firms and their clients with access to high-level tax advisory and commercial expertise.

The TAG Community brings together specialist expertise, resources and support to help independent SME accountancy firms compete effectively with larger practices. It gives members access to specialist tax, advisory and wider business support as and when they need it, helping them broaden their client offering while retaining their independence.