Straight from the buzz of XeroCon 2025, we're bringing you an on-the-ground conversation with Xero’s Managing Director, Angad Soin. Nine months into the role and fresh off delivering his first XeroCon keynote, Angad reflects on what makes this event more than just a tech showcase, it’s the people, the passion, and the unmistakable energy of a community that genuinely cares.In this episode, we dig into the excitement around Xero’s return to product innovation. From Syft integration and bank auto-reconciliation to the launch of the Xero Partner Hub, the announcements landed with real impact. But as Angad points out, these weren’t just flashy new features, they were thoughtful, strategic responses to long-standing challenges voiced by the accounting and bookkeeping community.What stands out most in our conversation is the uncommon sense of collaboration within this industry. While technically competitors, firms openly exchange ideas, cheer each other on, and work together toward a shared goal: empowering small biz. That spirit of abundance was palpable across the exhibition hall, and in Angad’s perspective on leadership and growth.We also take a moment to highlight some standout moments from the conference, including the keynote from Joe Brumby of Bluey, whose reflections on optimism and change struck a chord with many.So whether you were there in person or watching from afar, this episode captures what made XeroCon 2025 feel like more than a conference, it felt like a movement.FOLLOW US ON THE SOCIALSwww.accountingadventures.com.auAccounting Adventures (@accadvpodcast) | InstagramAccounting Adventures | FacebookAccounting Adventures | LinkedInAly & Andrews All Aussie Accounting Adventures (@accadvpodcast) | X Email: [email protected] US OUTALL IN Advisory | Your squad of award-winning accountants, tax wizards, and business visionaries, perfectly tailored to elevate your biz. Let's soar together! Illumin8 | Purpose-led cloud-driven accounting humansMUSICENTENTE (@ententemusic) | InstagramPRODUCTIONDavid Easton (@davidjeasty) | Instagram

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