The judges have been announced for the ICB LUCA Awards 2024.

Experts on tax, software, accountancy and bookkeeping have been announced as judges in the bookkeeping industry’s leading awards – the ICB LUCAs.

The list of judges in full:

• Graham Hambly PQ Magazine (Lead judge)
• Paul Aplin OBE Tax & Technology Writer
• Kasim Choudry Enterprise Ambassador for Pathway Group
• Dayle Rodriguez Systems Advisory Manager, Kreston Reeves  
• Della Hudson FCA, C.ICB Accountant, Author, Speaker
• Alex Newson XU Magazine
• Richard Sergeant MD Principle Point
• Jo Wood C.FICB PM.Dip The 6 Figure Bookkeeper
• Penelope Allard FICB PM.Dip Director, Wild Bookkeeping
• Bev Flanagan Speaker and Business Coach

Bookkeepers and vendors serving the bookkeeping community can enter the awards here before Weds 11 September.

The awards – held every year as part of the ICB Bookkeepers Summit – recognise bookkeepers of all shapes and sizes in addition to training providers and software vendors that support the industry.

ICB CEO Ami Copeland is passionate about having a high-calibre judging committee.

“The ICB LUCA Awards are highly respected in the industry, and a big part of that comes from our exceptional judges—experienced professionals who really understand our members and the challenges they face.

We also believe it’s important to have a diverse group of judges, including those from education, journalism, consultancy, and, of course, practice. We’re especially excited to welcome Bev Flanagan to the judging team, 12 years after she won a LUCA award herself! And a warm welcome to Penelope Allard FICB PM.Dip, last year’s large practice award winner and a strong advocate for bookkeepers.”

Graham Hambly, lead judge, commented:

“The LUCA awards are a fantastic way to celebrate the world of bookkeeping. As lead judge I continue to be amazed at the real difference bookkeepers are making to small businesses everywhere. I am also looking forward to seeing all the shortlisted nominees at the awards, on what is always a highlight in the bookkeeping calendar.”

Bev Flanagan comments:

"Joining the panel for the LUCA Awards is a privilege and an exciting challenge. It's an opportunity to witness firsthand the incredible creativity, innovation, and talent within our bookkeeping industry. I'm looking forward to celebrating the brilliance of those who push boundaries and inspire others through their exceptional work. I won a LUCA for Practice of The Year in 2012 so I know from first hand experience what this means to individuals and their practices. I'm looking forward to celebrating with you all!"

Nominations are open until Wednesday September 11. Winners will be announced at a black-tie ceremony on Monday 11 November, held as part of the ICB Bookkeepers Summit.