Members in Practice Conference 2026: Success in Mind

Running an accounting practice today demands more than technical expertise - it calls for vision, adaptability, and the confidence to lead clients through constant change.
The CIMA MIP Conference 2026 is built for management accountants who live that reality every day.
This year’s theme, Success in Mind, puts the spotlight on the mindset, strategies, and tools that help practice owners thrive. Expect sessions that dig into sustainable growth, smarter advisory, operational excellence, and the evolving expectations of the businesses you serve. The conversations are designed to sharpen your thinking, strengthen your practice, and elevate the value you deliver.
If you’re ready to scale with intention, future‑proof your services, and connect with peers who share your ambition, this is the place to be. As accountants in practice you are business people and it is important that you invest in yourselves to allow you to improve and develop, as well as your practices.
Success isn’t accidental — it’s designed. And 2026 is your moment to design it with purpose!

This conference will look to give you the tools to run your business to the best it can be and will give you the opportunity to gain valuable CPD, as well as network with other MiPs and unlock the secrets to growing your business!

We are delighted to welcome back Michael Jackson as the MC for the conference, which will feature a number of plenary sessions, as well as breakout sessoins focussing on business and personal development.

There is a fantastic line-up of speakers featuring:

• Michael Jackson, sharing a keynote presentation
• Heather Wright, giving you the key tools and techniques to grow your personal resiliance
• Sessions led by MiPs for MiPs - focussing on areas to help you improve your business and service to your clients
• Sophie Turner, a CIMA Member and professional coach, running a masterclass on how to overcome imposter syndrome
• Dr Swaran Singh, delivering a sessions on mastering your mindset
• 20:20 Innovation delivering sessions on accounting standards updates and the challenges in offering VAT services
• And finally, Simon Weston CBE, sharing his inspirational story!
• Plus many more!!

Across the two days, you will be able to meet with speakers after their session, connect with the MiP Committee, meet new people and catch up with old friends. CIMA MiPs go out of their way to help other members working in practice so, even if you do not know anyone when you attend the conference, you will be sure to have made many useful contacts by the end.

Whether you're a MiP, CFO or FD, you will pick up some essential tools and techniques that you can apply to your business straight away. If you can apply only a fraction of what you learn, your business and life will be transformed.

Be prepared to be inspired and re-energise your business.

Please note that registrations for the conference will close at 5pm on Friday 19 June 2026. Please email [email protected] if you need any assistance.

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Info: This session is for practice owners who want to think bigger, lead smarter, and build a business with success firmly in mind. We'll explore how mindset becomes a strategic asset — shaping decisions, client relationships, and long‑term growth.

Info: A strong reputation is one of the most valuable assets a practice can have – yet it’s also one of the easiest to damage and the hardest to rebuild. This session will explore the practical and strategic elements of building a reputable accounting practice. It blends insights on the process of laying the foundations, building your structure client experience, communication, and operational excellence to help MiPs create a business that stands out for the right reasons.

Info: CIMA-qualified Sophie Turner, Leadership Development Coach and Founder of YesSheCan, will explain what imposter syndrome is but more importantly, how we can stop ourselves being held back by it.

Sophie will discuss why we can be affected by imposter syndrome and how we can overcome our feelings of not belonging and self doubt. Most of us experience imposter syndrome but that doesn’t mean we should allow it to negatively impact us and our careers.

You'll take away actionable steps to build resilience and increase your self belief.

Info: The regulatory landscape for accounting practices is shifting , and staying ahead of those changes is essential for protecting your clients, your practice, and your professional reputation. This session will equip CIMA MiPs with the clarity and confidence needed to navigate the latest developments - essential for practice owners who want to stay compliant, stay competitive, and stay ahead

Info: This practical, experience‑driven session explores the common pitfalls accountants face when delivering VAT services, why they occur, and how to navigate them with confidence. It blends technical insight with real‑world practice management advice, giving you tools to strengthen both compliance and client relationships.

Info: Fractional support is gaining momentum, yet many businesses still misunderstand what it is, how it works, and why it can be transformative. For management accountants offering outsourced or part‑time strategic services, the opportunity is huge — but only if clients truly grasp the value. This session explores how to bridge that knowledge gap.

Info: This session provides a clear, practical look at how CIMA is strengthening its support for Members in Practice (MiPs). It highlights the tools, guidance, and advocacy efforts designed to help you run a compliant, resilient, and future‑focused practice.

Info: Running an accounting practice means juggling deadlines, client demands, regulatory pressures, and the constant need to stay ahead. It’s rewarding work — but it can also be draining. Personal resilience isn’t a luxury in this environment; it’s a core capability that keeps practice owners grounded, focused, and able to lead with clarity. This session is ideal for practice owners who want to thrive — not just cope — and build a business that’s sustainable, balanced, and resilient at its core.

Info: Rooted in the theme Mind Over Matter, we'll demonstrate how shifting your mindset can unlock confidence, clarity, and courage in both business and life. This powerful, immersive session is designed to help practice owners confront the mental barriers that limit their growth.

Info: This lecture will summarise the nature of stress, its drivers in contemporary life, scientific evidence that stress is necessary but can be detrimental, and that our mindset can alter our stress response from an impediment to a promoter of growth. Combining scientific data, ancient human wisdoms and personal stories, Professor Singh will show how stress can be an opportunity for becoming better leaders.

Info: Staying on top of accounting standards is essential for delivering accurate, compliant, and high‑quality work — yet the pace of change can make it challenging for practice owners to keep up. This session provides a clear, practical update on the latest developments affecting management accountants and small practices.

Info: This event brings audiences face‑to‑face with Simon Weston CBE, one of the UK’s most recognisable and inspirational figures. Known for his extraordinary resilience following life‑changing injuries sustained during the Falklands conflict, Simon has spent decades turning adversity into purpose. His story resonates across generations, offering a powerful message about courage, identity, and the strength of the human spirit.

Info: Being a Member in Practice means balancing technical demands, client expectations, regulatory responsibilities, and the realities of running a business — often without a large team behind you. This Support Session for MiPs creates a dedicated space to share challenges, ask questions, and tap into the collective experience of the CIMA practice community.

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