Large Charities Meeting

Monday 9 March 2026

BDO LLP
55 Baker Street
LONDON W1U 7EU

In-person event

Join us for the next in-person Large Charities Special Interest Group Afternoon Tea Meeting to hear from fellow charities and sector experts on issues that are most important to large charities. This Meeting is also a great opportunity to network with your peers and colleagues.

 

Why should I attend?

On top of the catered afternoon tea and networking, we will be hosting a session focusing on finance and systems change within charities – including the challenges organisations face, lessons learned, and considerations for finance leaders navigating transformation. 

 

When and where?

  • Monday 9th March
  • 15:00 - 17:30
  • 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 7EU

 

How do I book?

Book below. You'll receive updated event information approximately one week prior to the event date.

 

Who should attend?

This event is free and open to CFG members who are part of a large charitable organisation (Approximately £20m and above).  

 

About CFG events and membership

Becoming a CFG member gives you access to exclusive benefits including event discounts, so find out more about CFG Membership before you book. Association of Independent Museums members can register for free CFG membership through our partnership.

CFG events, training and members' meetings can count towards your continuous professional development (CPD), and this event could provide you with one hour of CPD. For more details contact your association or email events@cfg.org.uk.

 

 
Speakers

Katherine O'Carroll, Director - Technology Advisory, Finance and Accounting Technology, BDO

Paul Sparkes, Chief Product Officer, Iplicit

Programme
15:00 – 15:30

Registration

15:30 – 16:30

Panel Discussion: Navigating Finance and Systems Transformation in Charities

A thought leadership panel, exploring drivers for finance and systems change, common transformation challenges, and lessons learned. Panellists will discuss data, systems, and process resilience, and share practical advice on planning change, building business cases, engaging trustees, and delivering sustainable transformation successfully today.

Panellists: 

Paul Sparkes, Chief Product Officer, Iplicit

Katherine O'Carroll, Director - Technology Advisory, Finance and Accounting Technology, BDO

16:30 – 16:40

Address from the Host

16:40 – 17:30

Networking

Prices
Charities - Members£0.00