Association of Tax Consultants

What Association of Tax Consultants does

Association of Tax Consultants (АПК / Асоціація Податкових Консультантів) is a Kyiv-based Ukrainian civil (non-profit) organization that serves as the principal professional community for tax consultants, advisors, and attorneys in Ukraine. Founded to develop a transparent tax environment and elevate consulting standards, it operates as a membership platform whose stated functions include research and practical recommendations on tax issues, ethical and compliance standards for the profession, expert interaction with state bodies (Ministry of Finance, Verkhovna Rada committees, State Tax Service), and facilitation of access to its vetted attorney network for partners. Its activities are anchored by recurring educational programming — most prominently the weekly 'Crowe Tax Talks' webinar series, the 'Professional Tax Advisor' certification program delivered with IAPBE and PPK, and the annual 'Vision of Ukraine 2030' international business forum co-organized with Crowe Mikhailenko and GIZ Ukraine.

APK has no proprietary technology platform; its digital footprint is a WordPress website (tax-ac.com.ua), email distribution via Sendpulse and eSputnik, and webinar delivery through Zoom. Its revenue model combines membership fees from tax professionals, paid event and webinar tickets (forum packages priced at 500–5,000 UAH), tuition from professional certification programs (21,000 UAH for the 'Professional Tax Advisor' program), and sponsorship/partnership revenue from events. Crucially, revenue from underlying tax advisory and legal representation services flows to member consultants and attorneys rather than to the association itself. The organization is led by President Dmytro Mykhailenko (also Managing Partner of Crowe Mikhailenko and Chairman of the Tax Issues Committee at the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry) and Director Oleg Getman, with a disclosed headcount of 1–10 employees, reflecting a lean operational core that runs a high-event-throughput community platform.

The association's go-to-market is fundamentally community- and event-led, leveraging its regulatory access (participation in IMF-mission-related Ministry of Finance consultations) and a broad partner ecosystem — including Crowe Mikhailenko, GIZ, UN Global Compact Network Ukraine, the American and Norwegian-Ukrainian Chambers of Commerce, the Ukrainian Agrarian Council, and others — to position its members as the leading expert voice on Ukrainian tax policy, de-shadowing of the economy, and post-war fiscal reform. Customers and stakeholders span businesses requiring tax advisory, member tax consultants seeking professional development, and government bodies seeking expert input on legislation and administration.

Name

Association of Tax Consultants

Legal name

ГО АСОціація Податкових Консультантів

Website

https://www.tax-ac.com.ua

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Association of Tax Consultants (АПК) is a Kyiv-based Ukrainian non-profit professional community uniting leading tax consultants, advisors, and attorneys, providing ethical standards, continuing education (weekly Crowe Tax Talks webinars, certification programs), regulatory advocacy with the Ministry of Finance and Verkhovna Rada, and member-only access to vetted tax advisory and legal representation services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tax Advisory and Professional Association Services

NAICS

Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services (5412), Offices of Certified Public Accountants (541211), Other Accounting Services (541219), Business Associations (813910), Offices of Lawyers (541110)

SIC

Services-Legal Services (8111), Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Tax Advisory & Compliance (BPAHABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Transfer Pricing & International Tax Services (BPAHABAI), Indirect Tax (VAT/GST/Sales & Use) Services (BPAHABAJ), Tax Policy, Legislation & Rulings (BPAIADAA), Tax Law (BPAHAAAG)

Keywords

• Tax advisory services
• Tax compliance consulting
• Professional tax certification
• Tax education programs
• Professional association services

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyiv

HQ country

Ukraine

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership fees: The association operates as a public organization (громадська організація) and likely generates revenue through membership fees from tax consultants and advisors. Details are not publicly disclosed.
2. Event and webinar revenue: Revenue is generated from paid educational events, webinars, conferences, and professional courses (e.g., Crowe Tax Talks weekly webinars, professional tax advisor programs). Ticket prices for the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum ranged from 500 to 5,000 UAH per 2-ticket package.
3. Professional consulting services: The association facilitates connections to member tax consultants and attorneys for paid tax consulting, compliance, legal representation, and advisory services. Revenue flows to member advisors rather than the association directly.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Association of Tax Consultants (АПК) is a non-profit professional association that provides tax advisory, legal representation, and financial accounting services through its member consultants and attorneys to businesses and individuals. Beyond client services, it runs paid certification programs (Professional Tax Advisor with IAPBE and PPK), recurring educational webinars (Crowe Tax Talks), the "Vision of Ukraine 2030" international business forum, and topical courses on tax compliance control and business transformation. It also engages in tax policy advocacy with the Ministry of Finance, Verkhovna Rada committees, and the State Tax Service.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tax Advisory, Legal Representation, and Financial Accounting Services Tax advisory, legal representation, and financial accounting services delivered through the association's member consultants and attorneys to businesses and individuals operating in Ukraine. Member services are available exclusively to partners and cover tax compliance, tax risk reduction, transaction analysis, and representation under Ukrainian tax law.
• Professional Tax Advisor Certification Program Professional certification program for tax consultants and finance professionals, delivered jointly with IAPBE and Praktyk-Podatkowy Konsultant (PPK) and instructed by Mark Isaak. Program participants earn a recognized professional credential in tax consulting at a listed price of 21,000 UAH.
• Crowe Tax Talks Weekly Webinar Series Weekly educational webinar series hosted by the association under the Crowe Tax Talks brand, featuring expert speakers on current Ukrainian and international tax topics. Delivered virtually via Zoom and open to members and broader tax professional community.
• Vision of Ukraine 2030 International Business Forum Flagship international business forum hosted by the association, focused on the future of Ukraine's business and tax environment through 2030. The event attracts investors, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and government officials, with sponsored participation by major Ukrainian and international firms.
• Tax Compliance Control and Business Transformation Courses Topical paid courses offered by the association on tax compliance control and business transformation, complementing the Crowe Tax Talks webinar series and the Professional Tax Advisor certification program. Targeted at tax professionals and finance specialists seeking practical training on Ukrainian tax compliance and corporate transformation.
• Professional Association Membership Membership in the Association of Tax Consultants for tax consultants, attorneys, and finance professionals. Members gain access to the professional community, ongoing educational programming, policy advocacy channels, and the member consultant and attorney referral network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Participated in Ministry of Finance consultations prior to IMF mission, influencing de-shadowing policy
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship, major and minor.

• GIZ Ukraine (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025GIZ, the German development agency, is co-organizer of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum alongside Crowe Mikhailenko and АПК. GIZ implements the PROGRESS project ('Promoting Green Deal Readiness in the Eastern Partnership Countries'), funded by the German government's International Climate Initiative (IKI). The partnership brings international development expertise, OECD partnerships, and green economy focus to АПК events.
• Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ТПП України / ТПП)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025АПК's President Dmytro Mykhailenko serves as Chairman of the Committee of Entrepreneurs on Tax Issues at the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ТПП). The two organizations jointly organize webinars (e.g., on CFC reporting and transfer pricing justification) and other professional events, with ТПП providing institutional access to Ukraine's business community.
• UKRSIBBANK BNP Paribas GroupflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025UKRSIBBANK BNP Paribas Group served as the title partner of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum organized by Crowe Mikhailenko and АПК. As title partner, the bank provided high-profile sponsorship and co-branding for the flagship event, which attracted over 300 participants including government officials, business leaders, and international organizations.
• AltbankmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Altbank (АТ АльтБанк) joined as a partner of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum. The modern Ukrainian bank supports innovation, business development, and sustainable financial ecosystems, aligning with the forum's themes around post-war economic recovery and investment.
• Forbes UkrainemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Forbes Ukraine served as the general information (media) partner of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum, providing media coverage and brand amplification for the event and the association's activities.
• UN Global Compact Network UkraineminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025UN Global Compact Network Ukraine joined as an information partner of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum. The platform unites responsible businesses committed to sustainable development, human rights, and integrity — aligning with the forum's focus on Ukraine's long-term strategic vision.
• Norwegian-Ukrainian Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025The Norwegian-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce served as an information partner of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum, promoting economic partnership between Norway and Ukraine and supporting the forum's objectives.
• Zezman HoldingminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Zezman Holding, a company transforming cities into sustainable Phygital ecosystems, joined as a partner of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum, supporting the event's focus on innovation, environmental care, and quality of life.
• Qweedo RoboticsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Qweedo Robotics, a robotics and automation company, joined as a partner of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum, aligning with the forum's technology and innovation themes.
• Fratelli (Ukrainian winery brand)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Fratelli, a modern Ukrainian winery brand, joined as a partner of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum, contributing to the event's networking and hospitality aspects.
• Window of Recovery (Вікно Відновлення)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Window of Recovery, a media network uniting over 130 Ukrainian regional and national media outlets, civil society organizations, and analytical centers, served as an information partner of the Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum.
• Ukrainian Agrarian CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025The Ukrainian Agrarian Council participates in АПК-organized events and conferences focused on de-shadowing and tax policy, bringing agricultural sector expertise and representing agribusiness interests in discussions on tax compliance and regulatory reform.
• American Chamber of Commerce in UkraineminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Representatives of the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine (particularly the Tax Committee, co-chaired by Mykhailo Poliakov) participate in АПК-organized conferences and provide input on tax policy, FATCA/CRS compliance, and de-shadowing measures.
• Ukrainian Association of Renewable EnergyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025The Ukrainian Association of Renewable Energy participates in Vision of Ukraine 2030 forum discussions, contributing expertise on energy sector taxation, green recovery, and sustainable development policy as part of Ukraine's post-war reconstruction strategy.
• Growford InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Growford Institute expert Tetiana Koshchuk contributes analysis on the shadow economy, particularly regarding electronic cigarette taxation (92% shadow market share), presenting research at АПК-organized conferences on de-shadowing.
• BRDO (Office for Effective Regulatory Enforcement)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025BRDO participated in the conference on improving conditions for small and medium-sized businesses organized by АПК, contributing expertise on deregulation, de-shadowing, and new rules for state-business interaction.
• Crowe MikhailenkocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Crowe Mikhailenko is the closest strategic partner of АПК. Managing Partner Dmytro Mykhailenko serves as President of the Association of Tax Consultants. The two organizations co-organize the weekly Crowe Tax Talks webinar series, the Vision of Ukraine 2030 international business forum, and various conferences and educational programs. Crowe Mikhailenko tax lawyers regularly participate in АПК events and provide expert commentary on legislative developments.
• IAPBE (International Association of Professional Bookkeepers and Accountants)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024АПК partners with IAPBE on the 'Professional Tax Advisor' international certification program (Програма 'Професійний податковий радник'). The program provides comprehensive training in tax planning, IFRS, analysis, and regulatory frameworks, with tuition of 21,000 UAH. IAPBE logos appear on АПК's partner section of the website.
• AlterraminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Alterra logo appears in the partner section of the АПК website alongside IAPBE and Crowe. The nature and scope of the partnership is not detailed in the available source material.
• PPK (Palaта Податкових Консультантів / Chamber of Tax Advisors)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024PPK (Palaта Податкових Консультантів) and АПК jointly offer the 'Professional Tax Advisor' program with IAPBE. PPK President Vitaliy Smerdov participates in public commentary on tax legislative changes on behalf of the professional community.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• CFE Tax Advisers Europe (Confédération Européenne des Experts Fiscaux): European-level professional association for tax advisers that mirrors АПК's role at the supranational layer. Comparable in that both unite vetted tax professionals, set ethical standards, and provide policy input to tax administrations and legislatures across multiple jurisdictions.
• Tax Institute (Taxation Institute of Australia): National professional association for tax practitioners in Australia. Like АПК, it provides member education, technical guidance, and a policy voice to government on tax law reform, with a comparable mix of events, certifications, and thought-leadership content.
• Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ТПП України): Domestic Ukrainian umbrella business association where АПК's President chairs the Committee of Entrepreneurs on Tax Issues. Overlaps АПК in hosting tax-themed events and providing policy input, but operates across all sectors rather than tax specifically.
• American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine: Major Ukraine-based business association with a Tax Committee co-chaired by figures who participate in АПК events. Comparable as a competitor for tax-policy convening, member mindshare, and international sponsor attention in Ukraine.

Broad incumbents

• The Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT): UK-based chartered body for tax professionals with a much larger established membership base. Comparable as a tax-specialist professional association offering qualifications, continuing education, and policy submissions, but operating at a more mature scale than АПК.
• International Fiscal Association (IFA): Global organization for tax professionals that, like АПК, fosters cross-border tax dialogue and provides input on international tax policy. Comparable in thought-leadership function, but IFA operates at a much broader global scale across all tax specialisms.

Emerging players

• STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners): International professional body covering trust, estate, and related tax planning topics. Comparable as a membership-driven association offering certifications and policy engagement, with partial thematic overlap through succession, transfer pricing, and private-client tax.
• Kyiv School of Economics (KSE): Ukrainian educational and research institution that frequently partners on policy and business events, including tax and economic reform topics. Comparable as an adjacent convening and research player in Kyiv that overlaps with АПК's thought-leadership audience.

Regional players

• AOTCA (Asian-Oceanian Tax Consultants' Association): Regional tax consultants' association for Asia and Oceania. Mirrors АПК's role as a national-level tax adviser association and provides a regional convening function, but in a different geography and without direct competition in Ukraine.

Others

• Crowe Mikhailenko: Ukrainian member of Crowe Global and АПК's closest strategic partner, supplying its President and co-organizing flagship events. Not a competitor but the most directly intertwined commercial counterparty in АПК's distribution and content model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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