Julie Missimore serves as the Head of Public Affairs for the Americas at ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants). With a career dedicated to advancing the accounting and finance profession, Julie brings extensive experience in public affairs, policy advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. In her current role, she is responsible for shaping ACCA's public policy agenda across the Americas, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, and promoting the interests of ACCA. Julie's work focuses on crucial issues such as sustainability in finance, risk management, and the upskilling of finance teams to meet evolving regulatory standards.