By Adam Harwood Annual ConferenceThe AAT Annual Conference 2019: as seen on social18 Jun 2019 This year’s eleventh AAT Annual Conference had a new home in Stratford-upon-Avon, and the enthusiasm of accounting members and students was as strong as ever. With the future of accounting being firmly placed in a digital context, it’s clear that AAT members are already successfully engaging with technology, as evidenced by the hundreds of social interactions that played out over the two day Conference via our dedicated #AATConference hashtag. Here’s some of the highlights of the Conference…as seen on social. Members and exhibitors can’t wait to get started Are you attending the @AATconference at the Crowne Plaza Stratford-upon-Avon?We will be exhibiting so do come and say hello for a chance to view our online services and check out our recently published Tax titles.#BPTax #event #AATconference https://t.co/H2BDw1E5SJ— Bloomsbury Tax (@BloomsburyTax) May 30, 2019 BREXIT : Counting on Change Don’t miss me and other industry experts at the AAT Annual Conference 2019 in Stratford-upon-Avon 13-14 June! #AAT #brexit #changemanagement https://t.co/fnoTbtc0BD— The McWhinnie Consultancy (@McwhinnieThe) June 12, 2019 View this post on Instagram I’ve just booked my workshops for the AAT Conference in June. Looking forward to going! #aatconference #aat @youraat #workshops #bookkeeping #bookkeeper #lifeofabookkeeper #cpd #continuingprofessionaldevelopment A post shared by AKay Bookkeeping (@akaybookkeeping) on May 15, 2019 at 11:41pm PDT 1 day to go the AAT 2019 conference – really quite excited #AATconference #myAAT— Susan Frank (@LaLivre) June 11, 2019 The Babington Accounts team are ar the #AAT Annual Conference in Stratford-Upon-Avon today and tomorrow. If you are also attending come on over and meet the team to explore how our range of #accounting #training solutions can fit your business needs. https://t.co/zbnRCnnruy pic.twitter.com/yPc1r2v5Zo— Babington (@_Babington) June 13, 2019 Really looking forward to this years #aatconference – I’ve attended them all, since the first one in Wyboston Lakes, all those years ago – my hasn’t it grown! See you all there and maybe join me for the walk on Friday morning?— Henry Cooper (@BirchCooperH) June 12, 2019 Do you think they have a preference of Accounting Software? I’m sure there must be a system for keeping track of their carrots. (Spotted outside our hotel). Looking forward to the first day at #AATconference tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/J52zFAiaSw— Carolyn Smith (@CLSServicesUK) June 12, 2019 #aatconference @YourAAT So, list for husband made, dinner in, packing yet to start (don’t forget my committee badge), work not finished (oh well), sorted out many swim kits for children, instructions for children given (mainly to behave!) #workingmum #livingthedream— Liz Maisey (@LizSMaisey) June 12, 2019On your marks…get set…The day of the Conference dawned, and the weather was not going to be enough to dampen delegate spirits.For the early birds, the ever popular Sue Tonks got the breakfast session underway discussing how to be an excellent networker, before AAT President Vernon Anderson formally opened the event. Xero’s Vikki Bean then delivered an engaging keynote speech on embracing digital education. Great 1st day planned @YourAAT #AATconference in #StratforduponAvon Looking forward to meeting as many members as possible. Always a great bunch. #rainraingoaway pic.twitter.com/adH8pwFMhb— Mark Farrar (@markfarrarAAT) June 13, 2019 At the #AATconference looking forward to an amazing day ahead— Peter Buckley (@pete_falcon) June 13, 2019 #AATconference Sue Tonks (@future2reality) was great again. Now getting ready for the first Keynote— Carolyn Smith (@CLSServicesUK) June 13, 2019 What a pleasure to represent @xero this morning, kicking off the AAT conference 2019. Fab to see a room full of digitally enabled accountants and bookkeepers 💻🚀#aatconference #xero pic.twitter.com/4ExwWcchyk— Vikki (@vikkibean) June 13, 2019 #AATconference excellent opening keynote talk— Tom Duff Accountancy (@tdasltd) June 13, 2019 #AATconference @vikkibean – great start to the day love Xero use very often miss out on training— Simply Accountancy (@SimplyACC_UK) June 13, 2019Work, work, work, work, workshops…AAT Conferences attract a number of excellent speakers delivering on topics of great appeal to accountants. This year, our members listened to experts discuss themes including anti-money laundering, GDPR, Making Tax Digital and working capital clinics. #AATconference great hearing from Henry Cooper and Adam Williamson about AML. Lots of hoops to jump through but great to know about them.— Carolyn Smith (@CLSServicesUK) June 13, 2019 All good to go for this afternoons @YourAAT licensed members surgery – see you soon 😀#aatconference pic.twitter.com/zrWfX2sLF5— Henry Cooper (@BirchCooperH) June 13, 2019 Another session after a lovely lunch! Michael Steed now – yippee!! #AATconference @YourAAT pic.twitter.com/Es81NMuqXJ— AAT Glos Branch (@AATGlosBranch) June 13, 2019 At the AAT conference now ready for a fantastic seminar with the amazing God of Taxation ‘Sir’ Michael Steed @YourAAT #aat #tax— Su Bramley (@1forallaccounts) June 13, 2019 Looking forward to my talk at the #AATConference at 4 o’clock today: From Doughnuts to Diamonds: A roadmap to mould and attract your perfect clients— A4G (@A4GOnline) June 13, 2019 Getting ready for today’s first ever #mentalhealth workshop at the @YourAAT conference! Eeeek pic.twitter.com/n1z2Qv1sAn— Rebecca Fuller (@RebeccaFuller07) June 13, 2019 #AATconference final session for today doughnuts to Diamonds— Simply Accountancy (@SimplyACC_UK) June 13, 2019 View this post on Instagram #placesyoucanknit I’m enjoying the #aatconference this year. Catching up with people and learning! #littlegreygirl A post shared by AKay Bookkeeping (@akaybookkeeping) on Jun 13, 2019 at 5:36am PDTRewarding awardsTwo years ago, AAT launched its Professional Member awards, to be announced as part of the Conference’s gala dinner. The awards have quickly established themselves as a popular highlight of the Conference, and a chance for our members to unwind and enjoy themselves after a long day of upskilling their accounting knowledge. #AATconference excellent 1st day at Stratford-upon-Avon, looking forward to the awards ceremony & dinner later 🤗— Kay Lane (@KayLane37493155) June 13, 2019 #AATconference scrubbed up ready for the AAT meal tonight— Susan Frank (@LaLivre) June 13, 2019 So let the Gala Dinner begin!! #AATConference @YourAAT @BirchCooperH pic.twitter.com/CQ5hTtPCcj— AAT Glos Branch (@AATGlosBranch) June 13, 2019 And the branch of the year goes to Hereford and Worcester! Congratulations very well deserved! #AATConference 💯🤗 pic.twitter.com/IeVyNyiJ4v— AAT (@YourAAT) June 13, 2019 View this post on Instagram We don’t scrub up too bad #AATConference #aat2019 #AATConference2019 #aat A post shared by Kendra Lacey (@wetflods) on Jun 14, 2019 at 12:27am PDTIt’s off to walk we go…Day Two kicked off with another mainstay of the AAT Conference as Henry Cooper led a number of delegates around the sights and sounds of Stratford in an early morning walk. This was prior to all attendees coming back together for the second keynote session of the Conference, with the BoB Group’s Darren Shirlaw discussing the face of modern accountancy. Thank you to everyone who braved the weather on today’s walk at the #aatconference – we counted you all out and we counted you all back in – it was great to see you all enjoying the fresh air, the scenery and some nice chat – same again next year? 😀@YourAAT pic.twitter.com/SXn1SIykjG— Henry Cooper (@BirchCooperH) June 14, 2019 If you’re at @YourAAT‘s 2019 conference be sure to stop by, meet the team and grab yourself a ‘World’s Best Accountant’ mug! #WorldsBestAccountant #AATConference #Accounting #Bookkeeping pic.twitter.com/8QmtypTnkr— AccountancyManager (@accountancymgr) June 14, 2019 #AATconference @YourAAT keynote speaker – the face of modern accounting— Simply Accountancy (@SimplyACC_UK) June 14, 2019 View this post on Instagram A great start to the morning with a lovely #netwalk around the canal. #aatconference #aat #lifeofabookkeeper #healthandwellbeing #walking #selfcare A post shared by AKay Bookkeeping (@akaybookkeeping) on Jun 14, 2019 at 1:08am PDT #aatconference AAT keynote speech this morning all I can say is wow! Purpose led Business Fantastic speech. Refer to bob earth— Tom Duff Accountancy (@tdasltd) June 14, 2019We hear from our experts Friday’s sessions brought expert commentary on Making Tax Digital, FRS102, employment law and ethical dilemmas, among a variety of others.An excellent, thought provoking and entertaining session from Duncan. RT @BirchCooperH: @duncanbrodie talking to us about how to build a successful career in accounting #aatconference @YourAAT pic.twitter.com/2Yfc5yQTCM— Henry Cooper (@BirchCooperH) June 14, 2019 View this post on Instagram Our author Steve Collings popped by our stand this morning to check out his titles proudly on display #AATconference #BPTax #BPAccountingA post shared by Bloomsbury Professional (@bloomsburypro) on Jun 14, 2019 at 3:16am PDTHuge thanks to everyone who came along to my workshop How to Build A Successful Career in Accounting at AAT 2019 Conference #AATconference— Duncan Brodie (@duncanbrodie) June 14, 2019 View this post on Instagram #placesyoucanknit I’m enjoying the #aatconference this year. Catching up with people and learning! #littlegreygirlA post shared by AKay Bookkeeping (@akaybookkeeping) on Jun 13, 2019 at 5:36am PDTWe’ll meet againWith a final keynote session from CFO Chris Argent and a closing address from AAT President Vernon Anderson, the Conference came to its conclusion. We hope all delegates had a wonderful time both learning and networking. See you all again in 2020! View this post on Instagram We would like to congratulate our Director Farid, who has been awarded Licensed member of the year by AAT. . . . . #business #sme #smes #startup #startupbusiness #accountant #paperless #technology #digital #taxes #london #qaccountants #onlinebusiness #entrepreneurial #entrepreneurslife #pattyandbun #burger #sunshine #AATConference #AATA post shared by Q Accountants (@qaccountants) on Jun 14, 2019 at 3:53am PDT An A-mazing A-wesome T-errific two days at the @YourAAT conference & awards…still on a high with more business development ideas . Shortlisted for the LICENSED member of the year award but not meant to be this year. Congratulations to Farid Gasanov #AATConference #award— Su Bramley (@1forallaccounts) June 14, 2019 Adam Harwood is AAT's Media Relations Manager.