Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) members in North America
This is the Chartered Accountants Network USA landing page for ICAEW members. Its purpose is to highlight ICAEW related activity, connect you to our ICAEW representatives, Mark Coles and Philip Varley and also to the ICAEW itself.
What is Chartered Accountants Worldwide Network USA?
Chartered Accountants Worldwide Network USA (CAW Network USA) is an organization dedicated to helping Chartered Accountants succeed in North America. CAW Network USA is run by a team of US based volunteers with a full time Chief Executive.
CAW Network USA is the first local network of Chartered Accountants Worldwide, an organization that represents 1.8 million Chartered Accountants and students worldwide and is dedicated to global promotion of the Chartered Accountancy profession.
Benefits for ICAEW members
Membership fees are automatically covered by ICAEW for all ICAEW members in good standing living / working in the United States. From March 2023 members living / working in Canada and the Caribbean are eligible to join. We have added a few chapters in Canada in 2023 and plan to add others based on demand in 2024.
What are the benefits of registering with CAW Network USA for ICAEW members?
- By registering with CAW Network USA, you will be participating in a 7,000+ strong, US based organization with a nationwide presence that is dedicated to supporting the needs of Chartered Accountants who reside in the United States.
- Networking with likeminded individuals and access to technical and other resources to help you fulfil CPD requirements of ICAEW membership.
- No membership fees – ICAEW automatically pays membership fees and all ICAEW ACAs and FCAs resident in the USA are eligible for membership.
- Access to in person local Chapter events in 22 cities as of November 2023.
- Access to webinars and events put on by CAW Network USA, and its strategic partners.
- Supporting ICAEW members working/living in the USA. CAW Network USA is a non-profit organization helping educate and network CAs. All revenue goes towards supporting and improving our support for members.
Networking
Opportunities to network with fellow Chartered Accountants and Chartered Professional Accountants in our national network of local Chapters.
Network in both social and professional settings with individuals who like you are transplants to North America and share common interests and experiences along with similar challenges of living and working in North America.
CPD
Access to a wide spectrum of educational conferences, webinars and events including ones that help fulfill your Continuing Professional Development or Continuing Professional Education Requirements.
As a NASBA accredited educational provider, CAW Network USA issues US CPE credits for CPE accredited events.
Discounted Courses
Discounted access to CAW Network USA's proprietary online IQEX exam training course for Chartered Accountants and Chartered Professional Accountants who are eligible to take advantage of Mutual Recognition Agreements to become US CPAs.
Whether you are thinking about a move, or are already in the United States, ICAEW can provide resources and networking opportunities. ICAEW has two dedicated council members and knowledgeable contact members in the United States. From local events to online resources and e-learning opportunities, we are here to support you.
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ICAEW Board, Council and Home Institute Representatives
Mark R Coles, FCA
ICAEW Home Institute Representative
As an ICAEW member resident in the United States, you are automatically a member of CAW Network USA. If you also register with us, you will have access to our fellow institutes’ knowledge base, local events and networking with fellow CAs from around the world based here. There is also an opportunity to get involved with the Board, Chapters and individual events. Newly arrived CAs should make CAW Network USA a first stop as they get used to their new country.
Mark Coles: CAW Network USA’s representative working with ICAEW; ICAEW Council member USA (East Coast) and the Caribbean.
About Mark Coles
Based in the USA since 1997, Mark has been involved with CAW Network USA and its predecessor, ACAUS, for nearly 20 years, three of which he served as President. He is also a member of ICAEW Council in London and until 2024 was also on the ICAEW Board. He is a private equity investor and has found CAW Network USA to be an excellent source of networking and educational opportunities.
Philip G Varley, FCA
ICAEW Council Representative
Our in-person meetings enable us to maintain a link to our home institute, as well as discuss matters of importance to the profession in an international context.
Philip Varley: ICAEW Council member USA (Central, South and West Coast) and Central and South America.
About Philip Varley
Based in the USA since 1985, Philip has been involved with CAW Network USA and its predecessor, ACAUS, for nearly 10 years, as the Denver Chapter Head. He is also a member of the Council of the ICAEW in London. He is a turn-around specialist and has authored a book and written a number of articles and presented courses for both ICAEW and CAW Network USA. His participation in CAW Network USA led to his interest in running for Council, and now, almost 40 years after qualifying as an ACA, finds it rewarding on Council to be able to maintain the quality and reputation of the qualification, and mentor some of the younger members.
Registration for ICAEW members for CAW Network USA
In order to be added to our membership database and to gain access to member only events and resources, please fill out the request form below.
Stay connected with CAW Network USA Events
CAW Network USA – New York Cheese and Wine Networking – April 23rd 2025
The CAW USA Network – New York chapter invites you to a ‘Spring Cheese and Wine evening' on Wednesday April 23rd. Our hosts, the Siegfried Group will provide the venue and charcuterie for the evening. We plan to share in a fun evening of networking, wine tasting and discussing leadership concepts. We encourage members attending to bring a bottle of their favorite beverage and invite others in their network (there is no charge for your guests if you bring a bottle of wine). The event is free of charge for all members. The 'theme' requested is 'Napa Valley / West Coast'.
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Seattle Chapter AI Fireside chat and Networking mixer
CAW Network USA Seattle chapter AI Fireside chat and Networking mixer. We will host Boaz Ashkenazy, of Augmented AI Labs, for a fireside chat on the latest developments in AI and the implications for Chartered Accountants in business and practice.
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Dallas Chapter – Transfer Pricing & Accounting and Finance Outsourcing
Dallas Chapter meeting hosted by Venturity Financial Partners featuring presentations on Accounting and Finance Outsourcing / Transfer Pricing
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