Vodafone Papua New Guinea is proud to announce its inaugural platinum sponsorship of K100,000 for the upcoming Certified Practicing Accountants (CPA) Conference which will be happening on the 21st -22nd of this month November 2024 at the Hilton Hotel, Port Moresby. In 27 years of CPA’s operations, this year is a significant year because for the first time, CPA has secured its first ever platinum partner, Vodafone PNG. This partnership simply highlights Vodafone’s dedication to advancing the profession and fostering innovation within the broader business environment. Vodafone’s involvement as a sponsor extends beyond just financial support, it is also about cultivating an environment where learning is encouraged, ideas flourish, partnership are forged, and businesses thrive. As a leading telecommunication and technology provider, Vodafone is dedicated to empowering CPA Professionals and business leaders by providing information on cutting edge solutions that enhance productivity and collaboration. “Vodafone is committed to supporting business in PNG through their digital transformation journeys, enabling them to achieve greater operational agility, better connected employees and improved customer engagement." This partnership underscores Vodafones Commitment to driving innovation and excellence within the accounting profession and the broader business community. “We are thrilled to be the platinum sponsor of the CPA Conference,” said Mr Pradeep Lal, Regional Chief Executive Officer of Vodafone PNG. “By supporting events like this, we aim to contribute effectively to the community within which we operate and lead the conversation about how our suite of products and solutions can help PNG Businesses.” Mr Lal added that this conference provides a great platform for young professionals to learn from peers and experiences industry experts, collaborate, and support growth and development of the business sector . “We have various technology solutions including cloud services, data analytics and secure communication platforms that at designed to help businesses navigate challenges and seize opportunities, ultimately helping drive productivity." Speaking also at the sponsorship announcement was Mr John Varey , Conference Manager of CPA, who had great enthusiasm toward Vodafone PNG for this remarkable sponsorship. “We are delighted for this partnership with Vodafone PNG, this partnership highlights Vodafone’s commitment to supporting the accounting fraternity and contributing to the growth and excellence of the profession in PNG.” Mr Varey highlighted that this sponsorship was the first of its kind since their inception in year 1974, thus their journey has often been challenging, navigating without substantial government support but the dedication of their members has fuelled their growth and resilience. “Vodafone PNG generous platinum sponsorship comes at a pivotal time, will significantly enhance the success of our upcoming conference in Port Moresby this month, also in Kokopo, Goroka and Lae.” “With your support we can create a vibrant platform for learning, networking, and collaboration, empowering our members to reach new heights in their professional journeys”. "Together we look forward to a successful conference and partnership."