App-y Hours feature 10-minute, quick-fire pitches and product demos from your favourite apps in the Xero app marketplace.
We're continuing to add to the app line-up, so stay tuned!
Speaker: Christian Antono - Strategic Partnerships Manager, Asia
22 - 25 September
Watch on-demandAll timings are based on Singapore Standard Time (GMT+8).
Agenda is subject to change.
Introduction to Xero for accounting firms
Tue, 22 Sep | 9:30 - 11:00 AM
Speaker: Arie Rahardjo - Partner Development Lead, Asia
Do you know how cloud accounting can benefit your practice? This session is designed for accounting firms who are new to Xero, join us to debunk the myths of cloud accounting, discover tools for your practice and clients, and watch a live demonstration of Xero.
Introduction to Xero for businesses
Tue, 22 Sep | 9:30 - 10:15 AM
Speaker: Julian Wong - Small Business Evangelist, Singapore
Make using spreadsheets a thing of the past. Tune in to hear how using Xero will save you time and help keep your business’s financial information safe and secure.
The power of the platform
Tue, 22 Sep | 11:05 - 11:50 AM
Speaker: Polly Liu - Strategic Partnerships Manager, Financial Services
The more apps you connect to Xero, the more powerful the platform becomes. Discover the most popular apps used by small businesses and accountants in Asia, and find out how you can unlock greater efficiencies and profit in your business when you use Xero with connected apps.
Convincing clients to go cloud
Wed, 23 Sep | 10:20 - 11:20 AM
Speaker: Alex Ng - Senior Account Manager, Singapore
When your clients run their business on Xero, it’s good for their business and it’s good for you. But convincing your clients to move to the cloud can be difficult. Learn more from Xero experts on how to position the benefits of cloud accounting, find the answers to common questions and field the most common objections like a pro.
Automate data capture & extraction with Hubdoc
Tue, 22 Sep | 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Speaker: Ananya Chopra - Partner Consultant, Asia
Learn more about Xero's vision for data automation, get an overview of Xero's current data automation solutions and take a deep dive into Hubdoc with a product demo. See how Hubdoc is changing the financial reporting process and your practice’s workflow. By using Hubdoc and Xero together, you and your clients can dramatically reduce the time spent on repetitive, manual processing and coding in Xero.
Increasing client engagement - the key to unlocking profitability for your practice
Thu, 24 Sep | 9:30 - 10:15 AM
Speaker: Daniel Hustler - Education Manager, Asia
What your clients say about your practice is the single biggest factor in your success – or lack of it. But very few accountants actually know what their clients think of them and many practices are unknowingly going down a path that may rapidly lose them clients and revenue. But by making a few simple changes and putting client experience at the centre of your practice, any practice can turn things around and experience a bright future of stability and growth.
Why you should not be competing on pricing
Wed, 23 Sep | 9:30 - 10:15 AM
Speaker: Fanshen Chan - Account Manager, Malaysia
As your SME clients become more sophisticated, accounting, bookkeeping and compliance services become increasingly marginalised. There are many reasons why SMEs choose one accountant over another, or worse, switch accountants. However, price is rarely the reason. Join this session for practical tips on how your firm can stand out against competitors and win more clients.
Managing cash flow and getting paid faster with Xero
Thu, 24 Sep | 10:20 - 11:20 AM
Speaker: Esther Li - Senior Partner Consultant, Asia
For small businesses, cash flow is king. That's why we've accelerated the launch of new features in Xero to give you and your clients visibility and insights into cash flow. Discover Xero features that help with data accuracy, our latest cash flow forecasting features and cash flow apps that work seamlessly with Xero.
The power of the platform
Tue, 22 Sep | 11:05 - 11:50 AM
Speaker: Polly Liu - Strategic Partnerships Manager, Financial Services
The more apps you connect to Xero, the more powerful the platform becomes. Discover the most popular apps used by small businesses and accountants in Asia, and find out how you can unlock greater efficiencies and profit in your business when you use Xero with connected apps.
Hubdoc and Xero Expenses: Managing invoices and reimbursing employees
Wed, 23 Sep | 2:20 - 3:05 PM
Speaker: Kelvin Wee - Partner Consultant, Asia
Stop holding on to paper receipts and constantly juggling bills and invoices between your inbox and filing cabinet. Using Hubdoc and Xero Expenses, we'll explore how you can dramatically reduce the time you spend on repetitive, manual processing and coding in Xero, so you can spend more time doing what you love.
Managing your day to day in Xero
Tue, 22 Sep | 1:30 - 2:15 PM
Speaker: Daniel Hustler - Education Manager, Asia
Taking the leap into digital, cloud-based systems can seem overwhelming and intimidating, but it’s easy once you’ve got the basics. Join the Xero team to see how you can use Xero to manage your day to day activities, from raising your first invoice to running reports on your business.
Managing cash flow and getting paid faster with Xero
Thu, 24 Sep | 10:20 - 11:20 AM
Speaker: Esther Li - Senior Partner Consultant, Asia
For small businesses, cash flow is king. That's why we've accelerated the launch of new features in Xero to give you and your clients visibility and insights into cash flow. Discover Xero features that help with data accuracy, our latest cash flow forecasting features and cash flow apps that work seamlessly with Xero.
Xero tips & tricks
Wed, 23 Sep | 1:30 - 2:15 PM
Speaker: Daniel Hustler - Education Manager, Asia
Discover helpful tips and tricks in Xero to help you manage your business more efficiently and save you time. Employing just a few of these tips could save you up to two hours a day. Imagine what you can achieve with all that extra time!
App-y Hour 1: Apps for digitising your business
Thu, 24 Sep | 1:30 - 3:50 PM
This session features apps that help digitise and promote your retail and F&B business.
App-y Hour 2: Payroll apps that connect with Xero
Fri, 25 Sep | 9:00 - 10:10 AM
This session features payroll apps that connect with Xero.
App-y Hour 3: Apps for your accounting practice
Fri, 25 Sep | 10:30 AM - 12:05 PM
This session features reporting, consolidation and workflow management apps for your accounting practice.