Inspiring the Next Generation of International Talent

ETL Global Future Stars brings together emerging legal, tax and audit professionals from across the network for an international competition built around collaboration, innovation and professional development.   

Now is the perfect time to get involved in this groundbreaking initiative. Mark your calendars for 9-11 September 2027 to join us as we continue to push boundaries and help shape the future.

Our Story

2026 Winners

A global competition for the next generation

ETL GLOBAL Future Stars was created to recognise and develop emerging talent across the network.  

This international competition gives young legal and tax professionals the chance to step outside of their usual roles, gain international recognition and develop key skills that will shape their future careers.  

Through a practical task, participants can put their knowledge to the test and collaborate on real-world advisory. This competition is about building a stronger future, one team at a time. 

Meet the founders!

The ETL GLOBAL Future Stars competition was a visionary idea our founders launched to nurture and empower the next generation of talent. A special thanks to Juan Bermudez Claveria, Anette Holzinger, David Jones, Riccardo Benussi, Robert Jurka, Jörg Hörauf and Vojtěch Sucharda – the famous “cross-selling group”, who spearheaded this groundbreaking project.  

Their leadership and expertise have created a platform for young professionals to develop and showcase their skills on an international stage. With their guidance, the competition is set to grow even further in 2027.  

Juan Bermudez Claveria

Juan Bermudez Claveria

CEO ETL GLOBAL SPAIN

David Jones

David Jones

UK Head of Legal

Anette Holzinger

Anette Holzinger

Partner, mgr ETL

Vojtěch Sucharda

Vojtěch Sucharda

Partner, Arrows

Robert Jurka

Robert Jurka

Managing Partner Czech Republic

Riccardo Benussi

Riccardo Benussi

Partner, Dezan Shira & Associates

Jörg Hörauf

Jörg Hörauf

Founding Partner, ETL Steuerberatung Spanien, S.A

Grow your network

Expand your network by collaborating with global professionals and exchanging diverse ideas. 

Build Essential Skills

Develop critical skills and gain hands-on experience in solving complex, cross-border challenges. 

Showcase your talent

Showcase your talent by presenting your work in front of senior partners at the ETL GLOBAL Conference. 

The 2026 ETL GLOBAL Future Stars Competition brought together emerging talent from across the group for three days of international collaboration, problem-solving and professional development. 

The energy, creativity, and teamwork on display made this edition truly inspiring. 

Congratulations to Team Lyra, who embraced the challenge and delivered an exceptional performance to secure the top spot.

Martin Južanin – ETL Audit 

Iryna Kucheriava – Dravecký & Partner 

Sarin Cooray – Wilder Coe 

Adele Edwards – Laytons ETL  

As winners, they will present their pitch at the ETL GLOBAL International Conference 2026, gaining valuable exposure to senior partners and the wider network. 

 

Looking ahead to ETL GLOBAL Future Stars 2027

With the 2026 competition now complete, attention turns to the next generation of Future Stars, could it be you?

If you’re eager to be part of something extraordinary, now is your chance to join us and make your mark on the future of the group.

Register your interest today to take your place among the next generation of Future Stars, and hear more about the next competition.

Competitions like this are so important because it really pushes you out of your comfort zone.

Roxana Vasii, 2026 participant

The future stars programme is a true case of teamwork, intercultural communication, client simulation, and strengthening of connections.

Riccardo Benussi, Founder

Future Stars allows the younger generation to see how easy it can be to work across borders.

Anette Holzinger, Founder

This competition shows participants what the ETL Group can do for them.

David Jones, Founder

If you’re thinking about going for an opportunity like this, do it – you never know where it might take you.

Ryan Baratzi, 2026 Participant

You don’t learn anything new by doing the same thing over and over again – it’s these new experiences that teach you new things.

Regan Saffhill, 2026 Participant

Innovation
Collaboration
Talent
Performance

REGISter your interest

Interested in taking part in the 2027 ETL GLOBAL Future Stars competition?  

Whether you’re an emerging legal or tax professional looking to develop your international experience, or a firm looking for an opportunity to support the next generation of talent, Future Stars is the initiative for you.  

The closing date for all applications is 26 February 2027.