Navigating ethics in the age of AI

Alistair Brisbourne - Head of Technology Research, ACCA

As Head of Technology Research within ACCA’s Policy and Insights team, Alistair leads on research and policy that supports ACCA’s global technology and skills agenda. He is currently exploring opportunities for and the implications of AI adoption – and what this means for the future of finance. He is secretariat for ACCA’s Global Forum for Technology, a member of ACCA’s AI Steering Group, and sits on several advisory committees related to technology adoption. Alistair joined ACCA from BDO LLP where he managed the Research and Commercial Insights team. He holds an MSc from University College Dublin and a Doctorate from Royal Holloway, University of London. Alistair worked as a Lecturer at the University of London prior to moving into professional services.

Sarah Lane - Head of Ethics and Assurance, ACCA

As Head of Ethics and Assurance within ACCA’s Policy and Insights team, Sarah represents ACCA globally in ethics across different countries and industries, including ACCA’s Global Ethics Forum. She leads ACCA’s policy on ethics and assurance matters, contributing to Policy and Insights thought leadership publications and responses to consultations in relation to ethics and assurance. In this work, Sarah takes a holistic view on how our fundamental principles underpin ethics for professional accountants – reflecting the profession's recognition of its public interest responsibility. Before joining ACCA, Sarah worked in risk and compliance across various industries. She has a degree in Business Studies and, prior to joining ACCA, began her career in auditing and accounting, including KPMG Dublin – specialising in auditing clients, mainly within the financial services industry before consulting for Mazars. Sarah has also worked with Chartered Accountants Ireland on a technical basis and is a Fellow of CAI.