Mei (May) Long, an immigrant from China, has built a successful career in finance since joining one of the Canadian Big 5 Banks in 2004. Currently, she holds the position of Senior Director in Finance and has extensive experience in areas such as Financial Planning & Analysis, Strategy, Performance Measurement, and more. As a dedicated CPA with an MBA from McMaster University, May is highly recognized for her commitment to empowering young professionals in their career journey. Join Mei (May) Long at the CCPAA career development event for an insightful discussion. As an immigrant, May navigated language and cultural challenges to establish herself in Canada’s financial sector. Reflecting on her journey, she’ll share valuable lessons learned from both successes and setbacks. Attendees will gain practical advice on excelling in interviews, navigating career transitions, and seeking advancement. Moreover, May will touch upon leveraging individual strengths in the evolving tech landscape of the CPA profession, offering guidance on continuous learning, effective communication and relationship building. With May’s tried-and-tested insights, you’ll get a clear path to grow and succeed in your career, no matter where you started.