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NextGen represents the future of MGI Worldwide.
It brings together the next generation of professionals across our global community, creating opportunities to connect, collaborate and grow alongside peers from firms internationally.
Opportunities to connect, learn and lead
Through NextGen, members have access to a wide range of initiatives designed to support professional development and global collaboration. Click below to find out about some of the ways young professionals can get involved.
MGI NextGen Professional Development Programme
MGI's NextGen IC and Stretching the City are proud to be collaborating to bring the MGI NextGen Professional Development Programme to our network.
Designed for professionals with typically up to ten years' experience, this new four-part development programme will bring together members of our global NextGen community to build the skills and connections that will support them throughout their careers. DOWNLOAD THE FLYER
MGI's NextGen International Committee
This group of NextGen leaders works alongside the International Committee to provide fresh perspectives and insights from the next generation of professionals within the network. By contributing ideas and feedback, the NextGen IC helps inform discussions and decision-making at the highest level of MGI.
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Kerryn Haughton (O’Hare)
My name is Kerryn Haughton (O’Hare). I am a proudly South African audit manager with a love for people and teamwork. I am a sports fanatic! I play hockey and enjoy running, more recently challenging myself with some of Cape Town’s mountain trails. I am a fur mom to Coco and recently got married to my now husband Jon. We live in Cape Town and am very privileged to be close to the beautiful Wine Routes which I thoroughly enjoy visiting. Family is very important to me, I am very blessed to spend a lot of time with both my siblings, our bonds have taught us to stay humble, competitive and always supportive. I enjoy working with the young trainees and have a passion for teaching, training and mentoring. My favourite quote that drives me every day is "Crave the result so intensely that the work is irrelevant”.
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Jake Duignan
My name is Jake Duignan. I am a Partner in the Outsourced Accounting division of Accru Felsers Sydney (proud member of MGI Worldwide). I joined Accru in February 2013 and have a Bachelor of Commerce – Professional Accounting from Macquarie University and am a member of the Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand. I have a strong background in local and international taxation however my current focus is on commercial real estate & international inbound businesses from Europe. I was born and raised in Sydney and after a brief stint as a Pizza Chef in my younger years, have worked my entire accounting career at Accru. My team at Accru is focused on bringing tech-driving accounting solutions to create efficiency in all areas of business.
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Satish Sarab
My name is Satish Sarab, and I am a Partner at B. C. Shetty & Co, Chartered Accountants, based in Bangalore. I joined B C Shetty & Co in 2019 as an article assistant, completed my CA Final in 2022, and was subsequently promoted to Assistant Manager - Compliance. After serving for 1.5 years as an Assistant Manager, I became a Partner in April 2024, leading the GST team under my supervision. In addition to my expertise in GST, I also possess experience in internal audit, statutory audit, compliance, financial advisory, and corporate taxation.
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Alexander Damianopoulos
My name is Alexander Damianopoulos. I am a Tax Manager at MGI Parkinson in Perth, Western Australia and a member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand. I joined the firm in 2020 as an intern while completing my Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Marketing at the University of Western Australia. With a focus in tax and business services, I’ve worked across a broad range of industries/clients to build long-term relationships and navigate complex tax or business situations. I am also a member of the MGI Australasia Technology Adoption Group, where we aim to find better ways to develop/improve the use of new technologies across the Australasian network. 
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Anna Ebner
My name is Anna Ebner. After more than 4 years gaining experiences in the International Tax department at one of the big 4 firms, I decided that I wanted to work as a generalist in Tax and joined Pape & Co. in 2018. Now I‘m a Senior Manager and advise clients on very different tax and accounting matters as well as restructuring and financing issues within an international background. I live with my husband on the countryside in the very southeast of Germany and enjoy the closeness to the Alps.
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Andrés Osorio
I am Andrés Osorio, a 30-year-old Mexican Public Accountant. I am part of MGI Bargallo Cardoso y Asociados S.C. team, a distinguished firm in Mexico City with a rich 60-year history. Within MGI Bargallo Cardoso, I hold the position of Director of the International Division and oversee Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) operations. This role has given me the opportunity to work on a wide range of challenging projects and gain valuable insights into the complexities of the global business landscape. I am truly honored and excited to join this committee and represent the Latin American region. I look forward to contributing to our shared success. Thank you for the privilege of being a part of this exciting journey.
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Hana Elsakka
My name is Hana Elsakka. I’m an Assistant Manager in Risk Management and Internal Audit, advising clients across industries on governance, compliance, and risk management. My work spans internal audits, process improvement, and project coordination, including initiatives with an international dimension.
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Madeline Shands
I am Madeline Shands. I am a Tax Senior at Hoberman & Lesser CPAs, LLP in New York, where I joined the firm at the start of 2026. Prior to Hoberman & Lesser, I worked as a tax professional at Eide Bailly LLP for over three years. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from the University of Colorado Boulder. My professional background is predominantly in tax, with experience in real estate property reporting, oil and gas, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and international businesses and individuals.
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Sophie Woodburn
My name is Sophie Woodburn and I am a Manager with F. W. Smith, Riches & Co based in London. Having graduated from Loughborough University with a degree in Economics with Politics, I joined F. W. Smith, Riches & Co. in 2017, completed my ACA qualification, and was promoted to Assistant Manager, then Manager. As a Manager with F. W. Smith, Riches & Co., I predominantly provide audit and accountancy services to a range of clients. I am experienced in the audit and the preparation of financial statements under UK GAAP and IFRS across a range of sectors as well as acting for companies regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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