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  • IPSASB Announces New and Returning Board Members for 2027

    New York, New York English

    The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB), developer of reporting standards for the public sector, today announced new and returning members of the Board. The IPSASB continues to reflect the broad geographic representation, gender balance, and professional expertise needed for a global standard setting Board.  

    Appointments follow a rigorous nomination and interview process operated by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) Nominating Committee, which is overseen by the Public Interest Committee, with final IPSASB member approvals by the IFAC Board. The following individuals have been appointed to the IPSASB beginning January 1, 2027: 

    • Francesco Capalbo (Italy); 
    • Georgina Muchai (Kenya); and 
    • Heather Taylor (Canada). 

    Two current members have been reappointed: 

    • Angela Ryan (New Zealand); and 
    • Yacouba Traore (Burkina Faso). 

    Thomas Müller-Marqués Berger, IPSASB Chair, said: “Bringing together strong public sector expertise and perspectives from different jurisdictions is fundamental to the IPSASB’s work. I look forward to welcoming Francesco, Georgina, and Heather to the Board and continuing to benefit from Angela’s and Yacouba’s experience. Their contributions will support the IPSASB as we respond to evolving public sector reporting needs and strengthen our focus on supporting the implementation of our standards around the world.” 

    About the IPSASB  

    The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB) works to strengthen public financial management globally through developing and maintaining accrual-based International Public Sector Accounting Standards® (IPSAS®) and other high-quality financial reporting guidance and sustainability reporting standards for use by governments and other public sector entities. It also raises awareness of IPSAS and the benefits of accrual adoption. The Board receives support from the Asian Development Bank, the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada, the New Zealand External Reporting Board, the government of Canada, and the World Bank. The structures and processes that support the operations of the IPSASB are facilitated by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). For copyright, trademark, and permissions information, please go to permissions or contact permissions@ifac.org.  

    About the Public Interest Committee  

    The governance and standard-setting activities of the IPSASB are overseen by the Public Interest Committee (PIC), to ensure that they follow due process and reflect the public interest. The PIC is comprised of individuals with expertise in public sector or financial reporting, and professional engagement in organizations that have an interest in promoting high-quality and internationally comparable financial information.  

  • Berry Wammes Named Chair of IFAC PAO Development Advisory Group

    New York English

    The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) has named Berry Wammes Chair of its Professional Accountancy Organization (PAO) Development Advisory Group, succeeding outgoing chair Jelena Misita. Wammes was nominated by IFAC member the Royal Netherlands Institute of Chartered Accountants (NBA) and appointed by the IFAC Board as recommended by the IFAC Nominating Committee.

    The PAO Development Advisory Group is comprised of experts with decades of experience working with and for PAOs and developing their capacity. Its members serve as important strategic advisors and contributors, helping IFAC develop strong, sustainable PAOs around the world through knowledge sharing, collaboration, and resource development.

    Other advisory groups to IFAC include the International Panel on Accountancy Education, chaired by Sinéad Donovan; the Professional Accountants in Business Advisory Group, chaired by Josephine Okui Ossiya; and the Small and Medium Practices Advisory Group, chaired by Helene Agélii.

    Jean Bouquot, IFAC President, said: “The PAO Development Advisory Group helps us understand the opportunities and challenges facing PAOs in very different environments and strengthens our ability to respond to what our members need. Bold and effective leadership will be essential for the group's continued success. I am delighted to welcome Berry, with his extensive experience leading a PAO, building partnerships, and driving organizational change. I look forward to what the group will achieve with his leadership in the years to come.”

    Jelena Misita said: “Berry brings extensive experience in PAO leadership and a strong commitment to collaboration and organizational development. I have seen firsthand the value of that collaborative spirit through my work with PAO Development Advisory Group, and it has been a privilege to work alongside colleagues across the profession who are deeply committed to advancing PAOs around the world. I am delighted to see Berry appointed as the group’s chair and confident that, under his leadership, the advisory group will continue to support PAOs in building their capacity and enhancing the value they create for their members and the communities they serve.”

    Berry Wammes said: “For PAOs, the ability to learn quickly and proactively collaborate with stakeholders is key in today’s environment. The PAO Development Advisory Group brings together leaders with deep experience of the opportunities and challenges PAOs face in their own jurisdictions. I look forward to learning from their perspectives and experience, while helping create more opportunities for PAOs to learn from one another. Working together, we can turn that shared knowledge into practical support that reflects local contexts and strengthens the profession globally.”

    Wammes’ three-year term as chair begins January 1, 2027.

    About IFAC

    IFAC, by connecting and uniting its members, makes the accountancy profession truly global.

    IFAC member organizations are champions of integrity and professional quality, and proudly carry their membership as a badge of international recognition.

    IFAC and its members work together with the Forum of Firms and other key stakeholders to shape the future of the profession through learning, innovation, a collective voice, and commitment to the public interest.

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