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Main Stage30 minsAI isn’t the next phase of digital transformation it’s something else entirely. It’s moving faster, scaling wider, and rewriting the rules of business in real time. In this no-nonsense session, entr ...
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Main Stage30 minsFrom the pit wall to the boardroom, winning comes down to decisions made under pressure. In this keynote, Bernie Collins draws on her experience as a Formula 1 Head of Race Strategy to explore what fi ...
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Main Stage45 minsToday’s CFOs are expected to do more than manage the balance sheet. They’re shaping strategy, driving transformation, and helping organisations make better, faster decisions. In this candid fireside c ...Chairperson
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Digital Finance & Transformation Theatre30 minsAutomation in finance often raises concerns about job losses, but it shouldn’t. In this session, Mitja Sadar unpacks what finance automation really means in practice. Rather than replacing people, aut ...
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Digital Finance & Transformation Theatre30 mins
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Digital Finance & Transformation Theatre45 minsData is the currency of strategic finance but only if it’s clean, accessible, and actionable. Learn how leading teams are using dashboards, KPIs and forecasting to elevate decision-making.
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Digital Finance & Transformation Theatre45 minsTake a moment to step away from the sessions and connect with fellow finance leaders over coffee and refreshments. This is your time to build meaningful relationships, exchange insights, and spark une ...
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Digital Finance & Transformation Theatre30 mins
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Digital Finance & Transformation Theatre45 minsFinance transformation isn’t a one-size-fits-all. In this honest session, finance leaders share what worked and what didn’t in their change programmes. From team buy-in to process redesign, hear the l ...
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Digital Finance & Transformation Theatre30 mins
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Digital Finance & Transformation Theatre30 minsWhile most finance teams have embraced analytics dashboards and automation tools, two massive productivity opportunities remain largely untapped and this is where AI is making a massive impact: the in ...Speakers
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Finance Leadership Theatre30 mins
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Finance Leadership Theatre30 minsAgile Leadership empowers finance teams to act faster, take ownership, and drive efficiency—even in crisis mode. Traditional control-based leadership is too rigid for today's demands. By introducing t ...
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Finance Leadership Theatre45 minsAs the finance function evolves, so must its people. Hear how top-performing teams are being built around agility, talent development, and leadership at every level even amid headcount and skills pres ...Chairperson
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Finance Leadership Theatre30 minsFinance is evolving fast — and those leading the charge are rethinking their role entirely. This session explores how today’s CFOs and senior finance leaders are turning their functions into commercia ...
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Finance Leadership Theatre30 minsThis afternoon networking slot is another opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and revisit earlier conversations in a relaxed setting. Whether you're picking up momentum or just joining ...
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Finance Leadership Theatre30 minsAI is no longer just a future possibility; it’s already reshaping the CFO role. As AI rapidly evolves, CFOs stand at a pivotal moment—facing a choice to either defensively react or proactively adapt a ...
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Finance Leadership Theatre45 minsWhat does effective leadership look like in today’s finance function? In this candid panel discussion, senior finance leaders explore how the role of finance leadership is evolving — from traditional ...
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Finance Leadership Theatre30 minsWhat does it really take to move from senior finance roles into the CFO seat? In this candid discussion, finance leaders share their own journeys — the mentors, missteps, and mindset shifts that shape ...
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Finance Strategy Theatre30 minsPeter Arnold, UK Chief Economist at EY, takes the stage to break down the economic forces shaping 2025. From global uncertainty and industrial strategy shifts to the pressures closer to home, this ses ...
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Finance Strategy Theatre30 minsAs AI and automation reshape every corner of business, the biggest transformation challenge isn't technology—it's capability. In this session, QA’s CEO shares key trends in how organisations are equip ...Speakers
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Finance Strategy Theatre30 minsTight deadlines, leaner teams, and rising expectations have made finance one of the most stretched functions in many organisations. This session explores the most common tension points affecting teams ...
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Finance Strategy Theatre30 minsLearn exactly what a buyer looks for when acquiring a business. Even if you're not looking to sell, these 7 x areas will drastically improve the performance of your business. Bradley will also share t ...
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Finance Strategy Theatre45 minsESG is no longer a bolt-on it's a core part of financial strategy. From capital allocation and risk modelling to access to funding and stakeholder reporting, finance leaders are under pressure to deli ...
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Finance Strategy Theatre45 minsUse this break to keep the momentum going - grab a coffee, recharge, and meet more of the brilliant minds shaping the future of finance. Whether you're connecting with speakers, continuing hallway con ...
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Finance Strategy Theatre30 minsDrawing on real-world experience from across multiple organisations, this session explores what makes or breaks an acquisition. From early-stage setups and integration missteps to dedicated deal teams ...
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Finance Strategy Theatre30 minsAI isn’t just a tool for efficiency. For forward-thinking finance teams, it’s a way to shape strategy and influence the direction of the business. This session looks at how AI can be used to evaluate ...
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Finance Strategy Theatre30 minsBuzzFeed’s rise from a viral content platform to a publicly traded digital media business involved fast growth, strategy shifts and key acquisitions. This session looks at how the finance team played ...
