ICAS announces top 35 CA Rising Stars for 2026

7 April 2026

Last updated: 8 April 2026

ICAS

We’re delighted to reveal our CA Rising Stars for 2026, recognising the 35 leading Chartered Accountants (CAs) worldwide aged 35 and under.

These CAs are already raising the bar. They’re innovators, ethical leaders, changemakers and community champions – and today, we’re celebrating their achievements.

Selected from across the profession, these exceptional CAs are already making a powerful impact. From driving innovation and strengthening trust, to championing sustainability, EDI and social value, each individual reflects the profession at its best.

CA Rising Stars shines a spotlight on the CAs who are not only excelling in their careers but also making a meaningful difference within their organisations, communities and the wider profession. As part of the programme, the final 35 will gain unrivalled opportunities to raise their professional profile, connect with inspiring peers and engage with senior leaders from across the profession.

Cat Devaney CA, Executive Director of Learning and judge on this year’s panel, said:

“Our 35 CA Rising Stars represent the very best of the profession’s future. The calibre of nominations was outstanding, making the judging process both inspiring and challenging. Those shortlisted stood out not only for their talent and ambition, but for the leadership, innovation and integrity they bring to their work.

"We’re proud to recognise these outstanding individuals and celebrate the impact they’re already making. They reflect the depth and diversity of talent across the profession, setting a powerful example for the next generation of Chartered Accountants. Congratulations to everyone in the 35, you thoroughly deserve to be recognised.”

One outstanding star – our overall winner – will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday 4 June 2026 at the OXO Tower in London. We’ll also announce the winners of each of the four categories: Ethical Leaders, Innovators in Technology, Changemakers and Community and Social Value.

Congratulations to all our 2026 CA Rising Stars – your achievements deserve to be celebrated. This is just the beginning.