2nd level schools across the North West are being invited by Chartered Accountants Ireland North West Society to visit the ATU Sligo Campus on the 13 February 2025 for a Chartered Accountants Ireland mini "Be The Boss Bootcamp Challenge". This is a free  interactive event aimed at transition year, 5th and 6th year students as a fun way to explore Accounting as career choice. The challenge and ATU visit is bookable by class teachers and we invite members to spread the word to schools in their locality.

Chartered Accountants Ireland North West Society raised an impressive €4,750 for Mary’s Meals at their annual Christmas lunch, held on Friday, 13th December, at the Glasshouse Hotel, Sligo. This generous donation will provide food for 251 children for a full year, demonstrating the extraordinary goodwill of the regional members and guests. The lunch brought together over 100 members and guests from the Society, which represents more than 850 chartered accountants across Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal, Roscommon, and Mayo. The event was generously supported by Finbarr Filan, Centra, Sligo and Vice Chair of the Irish Small and Medium Enterprise Association. Dolores Kiernan, Managing Director of Kiernan Steel—an award-winning multinational SME—was the special guest. She shared her inspiring journey of building her company out of economic necessity to support her family and growing it into a thriving global business. In his address, Finbarr Filan, Vice Chair of ISME, emphasised the critical role of the Accounting profession in helping business owners navigate an ever-changing operating environment. He highlighted the importance of Accountants ensuring clients are fully informed of developments, including policy and tax changes, to safeguard business success. Joan Curry, Vice President of Chartered Accountants Ireland, extended a warm welcome to members, both longstanding and new. She praised the North West Society for its vibrant community, exceptional engagement, and diverse events. She noted the presence of notable members, such as former National President Joe Gannon and Chartered Accountants Ireland Student Society Chair Caelainn McGonigle, as evidence of the Society’s strength and vitality. Chartered Accountants Ireland North West Society continues to foster a strong, supportive network for professionals across the region, organising events that inspire, educate, and bring the community together.

Get your skates on and join the North West Society for a brand new family friendly event before Christmas. On Sunday, 8 December at 3pm the North West Society members and their families are going ice skating in Queen Maeve Square. It is an event suitable for adults and children of all ages, but spaces or limited, so get your skates on and book early to avoid disappointment! Tickets for members and their families are subsidised by the Society and are only €10 per person (adult or child). Book now here.