CFO Connect Summit - Complete Collection 2024

The Future of Finance | October 08

Explore the evolving role of CFOs as strategic leaders and how AI is transforming finance operations in a digital landscape.

From Scorekeeper to Performance Driver: How the Modern CFO Helps Companies Win

Discover how the CFO role has evolved from a 'scorekeeper' to a 'Performance Officer' and the steps needed to become a strategic business partner. The speakers explore the importance of trust, business knowledge, and how AI can either threaten or enable CFOs to focus on higher-value activities.

Speakers:

Roy Hefer, CFO at TravelPerk
Raluca Ragab, Managing Director at Eurazeo Growth
Kinga Blaut, CFO at Visa France, Belgium, Luxembourg

Unleashing the Power of AI: Finance Automation for CFOs

The session explored the evolution of AI in financial services, from basic automation to decision-making powered by Generative AI and Large Language Models. It highlighted practical applications like transactional automation and financial reporting, while examining whether AI has delivered real value or remains in the exploratory phase for most businesses.

Speakers:

Paul Jun, CFO at Pilot
Sarah Fu, Angel Investor and Startup Advisor
Joyce Mackenzie Liu, Founder and CEO at Pegafund

Optimizing Finance Teams & Tools | October 09

Discover strategies to elevate finance team performance and improve systems.

Building a Modern, High-Performing Finance Team

The session examined strategies for building and nurturing a high-performing finance team, focusing on attracting top talent, fostering innovation, and integrating diverse skills. It also addressed how finance roles have been redefined in the digital age, alongside the impact of technology and AI on team efficiency and future-proofing skills.

Speakers:

Dav Masaon, Co-founder at Zanda
Anthony Reza, Head of Finance at Google
Val Elliott, UK Finance Director at Lavazza Professional UK
Kelly Chang, Head of Group Corporate Finance at Lloyds Banking Group

The Triumphant Tool Stack: How to Choose & Enhance Your Finance Systems

The session explored evolving strategies for evaluating and implementing finance tools, with a focus on scalability and successful integration. It also examined the role of AI in finance, addressing misconceptions, emerging trends, and challenges in implementation, while sharing tactics for maximizing tool adoption and impact within teams.

Speakers:

Rob Goldenberg, CFO at 6sense
Danielle Keeven, CFO at Vio.com
Richard Rosenberg, CTO at Spendesk
Luke Streeter, COO & Co-founder at flinder

Navigating Finance in Good Times & Bad | October 10

Learn how to manage your business through the ups and downs of the economy to make the most of any market environment.

Navigating Economic Uncertainty: Strategies for Resilience and Growth

The session focused on navigating financial uncertainty, exploring how leaders are reassessing risk management strategies and monitoring key economic indicators. The speakers also covered operational efficiency, AI's impact on processes, and innovative approaches to cost optimization, concluding with key recommendations for thriving in volatile environments.

Speakers:

Alexis Vilette, CFO at Hexa
Philippe Bouaziz, CFO at Deel
Amel Chouikh, Head of Finance at Uber
Stephane Dehaies, CEO at Spendesk Financial Services

Scaling Stories: Leading Finance in a Hyper-Growth Environment

The session examined how CFOs can navigate change while sustaining growth, shifting from operational focus to becoming strategic partners and demonstrating value during transitions from high growth to a value-driven approach. It also discussed managing risks in a volatile macroeconomic environment and the role of finance transformation, including the realistic potential of AI and strategies for evolving finance teams to embrace technological change.

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