Melanie Proffitt has been appointed as the new deputy president of ACCA, marking a significant step in the organisation’s leadership.
- Proffitt brings extensive experience from various industries including healthcare, automotive, and engineering to the global governing Council she joined in 2015.
- She joins Ayla Majid and Datuk Zaiton Mohd Hassan, making history as the first all-women senior officer team in ACCA.
- Proffitt has been active in international member conventions and advocates for sustainability and women’s fairness in business.
- Her leadership is expected to continue ACCA’s mission of expanding opportunities and promoting sustainable business practices worldwide.
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) recently announced Melanie Proffitt as its new deputy president. With her background as CFO of Farncombe Estate, she steps into this role with a wealth of experience, having served on ACCA’s global governing Council since 2015. Farncombe Estate, located in the picturesque Cotswolds, is home to three acclaimed hotels, showcasing her competence in managing diverse industries.
Proffitt joins Ayla Majid, president, a sustainability strategist from Pakistan, and vice president Datuk Zaiton Mohd Hassan from Malaysia. This marks a historic first for ACCA, as women hold all three top officer positions simultaneously. Such a move reflects the organisation’s commitment to diversity and inclusion at its highest levels.
Her experience is vast, having spoken at member conventions in Africa, delivered keynote speeches on financial and sustainable reporting in India, and welcomed members in Poland and Scotland. Proffitt’s diverse industry background spans healthcare, print and packaging, automotive, and heavy engineering.
Proffitt remarked on her appointment: “I’m really looking forward to continuing to play my part in ACCA’s valuable work in opening up opportunities to more people around the world. I always knew ACCA was a truly global organisation, but being able to see the work we do at first hand has been a remarkable experience.” Her words underscore an ongoing commitment to global outreach and professional development.
Her focus will continue to be on advocating for sustainable business practices and promoting fairness for women in the business world. Her leadership is anticipated to further ACCA’s goals of increasing global inclusivity and driving forward its sustainable business agenda.
Melanie Proffitt’s appointment promises a continued legacy of innovation and inclusivity for ACCA’s global initiatives.
