ICAC President, Ms. Angela Lee Loy, has received the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) Achievement Award for the Americas for her contribution to the accountancy profession, and to business and society. The first female President of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of the Caribbean (ICAC) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Trinidad & Tobago (ICATT), Ms. Lee Loy was presented with the international award in London recently.
In nominating her for the award Richard Young of Scotiabank Trinidad and Tobago Limited said, “Angela Lee Loy enjoys a high profile in the national business community and is well known for her ‘can do’ attitude and willingness and ability to get things done regardless of the obstacles." “If one was to reflect on all she has done for the accounting profession and in the national community, Ms Lee Loy epitomises the ultimate professional and her contribution to Trinidad and Tobago are exemplary and is truly deserving of being recognised for her achievements,” he added.
In presenting her with the award, Richard Aitken-Davies, President of ACCA lauded her for being a leading role model for women in the accountancy profession. Ms. Lee Loy is also recognised for her wide-ranging professional and civic achievements and her long-term contribution to business and society.
“After an extensive career at PwC - including becoming the only second ever female partner in the office - Angela embarked on her own very successful business venture, with Aegis Business Solutions Limited and Aegis Management Solutions Limited. In addition to holding the highest office in both the national and regional professions, Angela has worked extensively for charitable organisations and is currently the Chairman of the National AIDS Coordinating Committee (NACC).” Mr. Aitken-Davies stated.
In 2002, she was inducted into the International Association of Business Leaders and in 2004 she was selected as an honoured member of the Who’s Who of Professionals.
Angela Lee Loy is presented with the ACCA Achievement Award by ACCA President Richard Aitken-Davies (right) and Sir John Stuttard, former Lord Mayor of London and Vice-Chairman of PwC UK's Advisory Panel.
