The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICEAW) stages its annual West of England dinner next week against a backdrop of improving confidence among its members.
Keynote speaker at the event, sponsored by law firm Thrings and Lloyds Bank, will be explorer, fundraiser and author, Sir Ranulph Fiennes. 
The only man alive ever to have travelled around the Earth's circumpolar surface, Sir Ranulph will be sharing inspiring anecdotes of his explorations and the challenges that he has faced to an audience made up of the West’s leading accountants and guests.
ICAEW West of England president Geoff Gollop said: “The West of England Annual dinner is the largest business dinner in the South West and has been a great success in previous years thanks to the support of our members and the business community.
“I am certain that Sir Ranulph will encourage us to reflect on the challenges faced in our own businesses.”
The event is at The Marriott City Centre Hotel, Bristol, next Thursday.
Tickets can be bought online at www.icaew.com or by calling the booking team on 01908 248159.
