The search is on once again for the most exciting emerging talent in the accountancy profession – as ICAS opens nominations for the 2026 CA Rising Stars.
The institute is looking to celebrate exceptional chartered accountants under 35 who are helping to redefine leadership, innovation and have an impact worldwide.
The 2025 winner was Grant Thorton’s Laura Mason.
This year the prestigious competition introduces a brand-new award category – Community and Social Value – to recognise CAs who are driving meaningful impact in their communities and contributing to wider societal good. Alongside this new category, the winners of each of the four awards and the overall Rising Star will be announced at a special event in central London in June.
The overall winner will go on to represent ICAS and Chartered Accountants Worldwide at the One Young World Summit – a renowned event that gathers young leaders from over 190 countries to collaborate on solutions to the most pressing global issues – being held in Cape Town, South Africa, on 3-6 November.
To apply, nominate, or learn more about the competition visit: CA Rising Stars 2026. Deadline for entries is 16 March 2026.
