Virtual Networking and Business Forum

We’re here for you, join us at our Virtual Business Forum.

Join the South West England and South Wales Area’s Virtual Networking and Business Forum where you will have the opportunity to meet and talk with fellow CIMA members from around the area. This is your opportunity to come together online with your local CIMA community.

This session will provide an opportunity to share expertise, knowledge, wisdom, ideas and experience of people across a range of businesses in a friendly, informal and confidential setting.

The session will be relatively informal, providing you with an opportunity to see a friendly face and speak to a number of different people.

Our Virtual Networking and Business Forums will be held on a bi-monthly basis on a Tuesday evening between 6pm - 7pm. At each session we will focus on a ‘hot topic’, this may include a 20-minute talk by an expert speaker followed by the opportunity to discuss, share experience and knowledge, discuss any problems, and receive advice and guidance.

This months session is The Art of the Pivot: From Accountant to Entrepreneur with Arlyne Chinyanganya, Founder – Roots to Froots.

In a world defined by economic uncertainty and rapid technological advancement, many finance professionals are re-evaluating their career paths and seeking greater purpose, flexibility, and impact.

Arlyne Chinyanganya, qualified accountant, financial wellness coach, and Founder of Roots to Froots, as she shares her inspiring journey from Finance Manager at Virgin Media O2 to building her own thriving financial services company.

This interactive session will explore:

💡 The Challenges of Starting a Business – What to expect when you take the leap and how to prepare.

🎯 Knowing Your “Why” – Building a business with purpose and authenticity.

💼 Winning Contracts & Attracting Sponsors – How to position yourself and your brand for success.

💪 Resilience in Business – Staying grounded and focused through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

Whether you’re an accountant considering a career pivot or ready to start your own venture, this workshop will give you practical insights, real-world lessons, and the confidence to take your next bold step.

We understand the need to provide a safe space where you can feel comfortable in seeking advice from others and have open conversations. As such, we have made the decision to follow Chatham House rules and will be not be recording these sessions, and all participants must refrain from taking screenshots or making their own recording. This is to ensure that everybody at the sessions feel at ease and can be open as they wish to be.

Please do feel free to attend the session with a glass of wine/beer, a tea/coffee, or beverage of your choice.