Are you a Director of a Company incorporated under the Companies Act? Then this session is for you. As a director, you are responsible for running the company in such a way that promotes the success of the company. This means to deal in good faith, act in the best interest of the company and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. The Companies Act requires that directors perform certain vital duties, and it is important that all directors understand these requirements. Whether you are a brand new director or need a refresher on the requirements, this session will give you the information needed to understand your duties under the Companies Act and other important standards and legislation.

Content Discussed:

• What is a director?
• Executive and non-executive directors,
• Prescribed directors
• What makes a good director
• Rights and responsibilities of directors as per the Companies Act
• Important Companies Act requirements for the business
• The relationship between directors, shareholders and other stakeholders
• The liability of a director
• The board of directors and sub-committees
• Professional Ethics
• Other important legislation that may affect your business
• POPI
• Anti-money laundering

About the Presenter:

MS YVONNE ROSSOUW | B.Com Honours(SA), CA (SA)

Yvonne Rossouw is a CA(SA) with a passion for doing the right thing. With ten years of experience in the auditing and accounting profession, Yvonne applies the knowledge she has obtained towards uplifting and training others. Yvonne started her professional career as an academic clerk at the University of Pretoria, where she was an assistant lecturer to the CTA students. This is where she developed her enthusiasm for teaching and developing others. She completed her articles at BDO South Africa Inc and pursued her dream of training those in the auditing and accounting profession.

Yvonne joined ProBeta team in 2015 as a public speaker and consultant, facilitating auditing and legislative courses to a range of different audiences. When she is not presenting, Yvonne consults with clients on auditing and accounting matters, as well as compliance with legislation such as FICA and POPI.

Yvonne also volunteers on various committees and working groups within IRBA and SAICA to provide input and guidance in the development of the auditing and accounting profession.

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