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Exclusively for AAT members, AAT Connect puts you front and centre.
Returning to The Brewery in London, this year's event has been supercharged with even more opportunities to learn, grow and celebrate as one AAT community.
At the event, you'll get the chance to join us for member-led sessions on the topics that matter to you, get your practical questions answered with one-on-one support from industry specialists, search out new and exciting tech at our exhibition and most importantly, meet with each other at a day designed for connection.
We'll also be hosting the third annual AAT Impact Awards, an unmissable opportunity to dine, be inspired and celebrate the difference that AAT members continue to make to the industry and each other.
All that's left is to secure your place.
Tickets are £75 – including your day of connecting, your dining and your place at the AAT Impact Awards.
How will you spend the day
Registration
8.00–10.00
Meet our friendly team at registration, and we'll get you all checked in.
Start your day
New member breakfast
8.30–9.00
Start the day with a coffee and a chat with other new members, before the buzz of the day begins. Get familiar with the space and find out what to expect from your first AAT Connect.
MTD breakfast session
8.30–9.00
Fancy breakfast with a side of Making Tax Digital? Let’s look back at the MTD journey, reflect on the challenges we’ve overcome and share what we’ve learnt along the way.
Find your tribe
Bookkeepers catch up
9.15–9.45
Joined one of our online Bookkeeper’s catch ups, or always wanted to? Now’s your chance and we’re taking it offline.
Meet members who understand the challenges you face, hear how they overcome them and build connections with people who’ve been where you are. Because sometimes, you just need to talk to someone who gets it.
AAT practice owner community
9.15–9.45 and 9.45–10.15
Calling all practice owners… This is your chance to meet the people who really understand what it takes to run a practice.
Going it alone isn’t always easy, and good advice can be hard to come by. Here, you’ll find a room full of AAT practice owners facing the same decisions, challenges and opportunities as you.
Member meet up: industry edition
9.45–10.15
Meet other AAT members working across industry and start building your network.
This is your opportunity to hear from and learn from the experiences of members who have been where you are and may already be where you want to be.
The main event
AI in action
10.30–11.00
Let’s talk AI. It’s the hottest topic around – it’s practically impossible to miss, but how can you actually use it to make your working day easier?
Discover how we’re already putting AI to work, to tackle bigger business challenges and to take care of those everyday tasks that eat into your time. You can expect real examples, lessons learnt and practical ideas you can take away and try for yourself.
Attracting, developing and retaining talent in finance
10.30–11.00
Finding great people is one thing. Keeping them is another.
We’ll discuss how to attract great talent and help them grow, all while creating workplaces they want to stay in. We’ll also cover what employees are looking for now and what finance teams can do to build a strong workforce for the future.
Keep your eyes peeled…
A live filming of the podcast? Really?
11.05–11.55
We can’t tell you everything just yet. But if you’ve ever wanted to see what happens when the microphones switch on, you might want to keep this slot free.
Look who’s dropping in…
11.00–12.00
Let’s just say there might be a familiar face with something to share. You’ll have to wait a little longer to find out who.
Career panel
The confidence gap: speaking up, stepping up and owning your voice
12.00–12.30
Ever held back from speaking up, put off going for an opportunity or wondered whether you’re ready for the next step? You’re not the only one.
Our panel will get into the confidence gap and how it can show up throughout your career. They’ll share their own experiences, what they’ve learnt and practical ways to quieten the self-doubt and back yourself when it matters.
Get the conversation started with Connect Online
These aren’t just conversations for you to listen to, we want you to be a part of them too.
Before we come together at AAT Connect you can join fellow members online for two live panel discussions tackling some of the bigger conversations happening across the profession.
We’ll be talking about growth and navigating change on 22 October, followed by legacy and shaping the future of accountancy on 29 October.
AAT Impact Awards
Nominate yourself, or someone you know who's making waves in the industry, changing lives for the better or simply showcasing the integrity and skill that comes with being an AAT member.
The awards will take place in the afternoon where we'll be crowning our winners as attendees dine and connect at a three-course gourmet lunch.
Nominations are now closed for all awards expect the AAT Outstanding Contribution Award.
Location: The Brewery, London
Join us once again at this truly unique venue, combining historical charm, state-of-the-art facilities and the perfect place to connect. The closest stations are:
- Moorgate (5-minute walk)
- Liverpool Street (10-minute walk)
- Barbican (5-minute walk)
- Old Street (12-minute walk).
Four reasons to book now
Learn from industry experts, tech insiders and AAT's own team members to come away fully loaded with the latest insights.
Strengthen your professional and personal network with AAT members from across the country.
Maximise your membership: make sure you're making the most of everything it has to offer.
Celebrate the collective success and undeniable value that the AAT community brings to the industry at the AAT Impact Awards.
Don't just take our word for it
See what happened at AAT Connect 2025
Hear from last year's attendees on why AAT Connect is a must-attend event.
Meet our sponsors
Premium sponsor
Sage
Sage is a UK-based leader in business software, delivering AI-powered cloud solutions for finance, payroll and HR. Trusted by millions of small and medium-sized businesses worldwide, Sage helps organisations automate manual processes, stay compliant with changing regulations and gain real-time insights. By combining innovative technology with deep industry expertise, Sage empowers businesses to work smarter, improve productivity and make faster, more confident decisions in an increasingly digital world.
Sponsors
Bright
Bright Software Group provides an end-to-end software ecosystem for accountants and payroll professionals. At the heart of Bright is a fully integrated suite of products, enhanced by AI to automate processes, streamline workflows and improve efficiency. From payroll and compliance to practice management and client collaboration, Bright helps firms save time and work smarter every day confidently.
