Key Themes & Agenda
Wednesday, 15th May 2024
TIME
DAY 1: FOUNDATIONS OF AI AND AUTOMATION IN FINANCE
3:00 – 3:50 pm BST
7:00 – 7:50 am PDT
10:00 – 10:50 am EDT
7:00 – 7:50 am PDT
10:00 – 10:50 am EDT
Session 1: Virtual Welcome and Opening Keynote: Mapping Automation & AI in Finance – Present Insights & GrowCFO Survey Launch
Overview: Explore the current state of Automation and AI in Finance, uncovering industry trends. Plus, discover insights from our GrowCFO Finance Function Effectiveness survey, illuminating modern Automation and AI use in finance.
Subject Matter Experts: Dan Wells & Chris Tredwell
Platinum/Gold Speaker:
4:00 – 4:50 pm BST
8:00 – 8:50 am PDT
11:00 – 11:50 pm EDT
8:00 – 8:50 am PDT
11:00 – 11:50 pm EDT
Session 2: Fireside Chat – CFO Insights on Cutting-Edge Technologies and Best Practice
Overview: Gain valuable insights from CFOs as they discuss the adoption and implementation of Cutting-Edge Technologies and share best practices.
Panel Chair: Catherine Marks
Panelist: Silver/Bronze
Panelist: Silver/Bronze
Panelist: Silver/Bronze
5:00 – 5:50 pm BST
9:00 – 9:50 am PDT
12:00 – 12:50 pm EDT
9:00 – 9:50 am PDT
12:00 – 12:50 pm EDT
Session 3: Leveraging APIs for Finance Automation and Data Analytics
Overview: Learn how APIs are utilized to automate Finance processes and leverage data analytics for informed decision-making.
Panel Chair:
Joe Paget
Panelist: Silver/Bronze
Panelist: Silver/Bronze
Panelist: Silver/Bronze
6:00 – 6:50 pm BST
10:00 – 10:50 am PDT
1:00 – 1:50 pm EDT
10:00 – 10:50 am PDT
1:00 – 1:50 pm EDT
Session 4: Copilot AI for Finance
Overview: Discover the capabilities and potential applications of Copilot AI specifically designed for the Finance sector.
Subject Matter Experts: Christian Martinez
Platinum/Gold Speaker:
7:00 – 7:50 pm BST
11:00 – 11:50 pm PDT
2:00 – 2:50 pm EDT
11:00 – 11:50 pm PDT
2:00 – 2:50 pm EDT
Session 5: Will AI Replace Financial Analysts?
Overview: Engage in a critical discussion on the possibility of AI replacing Financial Analyst roles and its potential impact on the finance industry.
Subject Matter Experts: Emma Chieppor
Platinum/Gold Speaker:
8:00 – 8:50 pm BST
12:00 – 12:50 pm PDT
3:00 – 3:50 pm EDT
Session 6: Keynote – AI and Machine Learning in Finance: Transformative Applications
Overview: Explore transformative applications of AI and Machine Learning in various aspects of Finance, revolutionizing traditional practices.
Subject Matter Experts: Adam Shilton
Platinum/Gold Speaker:
Thursday, 16th May 2024
TIME
DAY 2: DRIVING INNOVATION AND ADOPTION IN FINANCIAL AUTOMATION
3:00 – 3:50 pm BST
7:00 – 7:50 am PDT
10:00 – 10:50 am EDT
7:00 – 7:50 am PDT
10:00 – 10:50 am EDT
Session 7: Automating the Month-End Close Process
Overview: Explore strategies and technologies for automating the Month-End Close Process, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
Subject Matter Experts: Dan Stockdale
Platinum/Gold Speaker:
4:00 – 4:50 pm BST
8:00 – 8:50 pm PDT
11:00 – 11:50 pm EDT
8:00 – 8:50 pm PDT
11:00 – 11:50 pm EDT
Session 8: Delivering Impactful Finance Transformations
Overview: Learn strategies for delivering impactful Finance Transformations, covering transformation strategy, technology selection, and outcome measurement.
Subject Matter Experts: Oliver Deacon
Platinum/Gold Speaker:
5:00 – 5:50 pm BST
9:00 – 9:50 am PDT
12:00 – 12:50 pm EDT
9:00 – 9:50 am PDT
12:00 – 12:50 pm EDT
Session 9: Expert Insights – Marketplace tools for Automation and AI in FP&A
Overview: Gain insights into marketplace tools tailored for Finance, focusing on Automation and AI applications in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A).
Panel Chair: Paul Barnhurst
Platinum/Gold Speaker:
6:00 – 6:50 pm BST
10:00 – 10:50 am PDT
1:00 – 1:50 pm EDT
10:00 – 10:50 am PDT
1:00 – 1:50 pm EDT
Session 10: Charting the Future: Expert Perspectives on Finance and AI Trends
Overview: Join an expert panel discussion where industry leaders share insights and perspectives on key trends and challenges in Finance and AI.
Subject Matter Experts: Kevin Appleby
Panelist: Silver/Bronze
Panelist: Silver/Bronze
Panelist: Silver/Bronze
7:00 – 7:50 pm BST
11:00 – 11:50 am PDT
2:00 – 2:50 pm EDT
Session 11: Workshop – Navigating Technological Change
Overview: Participate in a workshop focusing on managing the human side of technological change in finance, addressing impacts, and facilitating adoption.
Subject Matter Experts: Catherine Clark/Vineta Bajaj
Platinum/Gold Speaker:
8:00 – 8:50 pm BST
12:00 – 12:50 pm PDT
3:00 – 3:50 pm EDT
Session 12: Closing Keynote – Future of AI and ChatGPT in Finance
Overview: Explore the potential applications and benefits of ChatGPT in the Finance sector, concluding the event with a forward-looking perspective.
Subject Matter Experts: Nicolas Boucher
Platinum/Gold Speaker:
