Comprised of executive leaders and experts, the CONNECT CFO Leadership Advisory Board provides strategic program guidance to build our event agendas. All programming and topics are designed to enlighten, support and initiate conversations that are current, ultra-relevant, and provide genuine value to your strategic vision.

A Strategic Agenda Crafted By Senior Finance Executives

Watch 35+ presentations on demand and with lifetime access.

Choose from over 8 sessions, 15 presentations and 25 speakers

Agenda

Explore how to develop ethical AI frameworks.

AI & Machine Learning

Dive into insight-led content – from [AI to cyber resilience] – with 30+ expert speakers designed to inform strategic decisions.

On-Demand Content & Key Themes

Thousands of Finance leaders have discovered cutting-edge solutions through CONNECT CFO Online. Now, you can access exclusive one-to-one meetings and on-demand insights, all on your schedule.

Insights, Solutions, and On-Demand Expertise

Networking Welcome Reception

Networking Breakfast

Keynote Address: Beyond the numbers: The evolution of the CFO as a strategic leader

Session One: Digital Transformation

Morning Networking Refreshments

Session Two: Reporting & ESG

Lunch

Session Three: Elevating Talent & The CFOs of The Future

Afternoon Networking Refreshments

Session Four: Economic Outlooks & Mitigating Risk

Dinner & Drinks Reception - The East Wing

Keynote Address: The CFO balancing act: Navigating the paradoxes of modern finance leadership

Session Five: Leadership & Strategy

Morning Networking Refreshment

Session Six: Change Management & Transformation

End of Conference - Thank you for joining us!

Where senior finance leaders gather to explore innovative solutions, share proven strategies, and build meanignful connections that drive business forward. Whether navigating economic shifts, driving digital transformation, or optimising financial performance, this summit is where finance leaders find clarity, strategy, and connection.

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Bringing together industry decision makers and the most innovative suppliers for a personalised itinerary of one-to-one meetings, networking and interactive discussions. CONNECT CFO breaks the mold of traditional Finance leadership events. Whether you’re harnessing AI for finance transformation, optimising spend management, or streamlining financial operations; we connect senior finance leaders with the technology, strategies, and partners to drive agility and growth.

Join an exclusive gathering of finance leaders

Reserved for executives and tailored to support your professional and departmental goals. 

Our CONNECT Partners

As an in-person attendee, you’ll receive the following at no cost:
<ul>
<li>One-night complimentary accommodation</li>
<li>All on-site catering provided</li>
<li>Multiple Networking Receptions with your senior-level peers (with open bar included)</li>
<li>Generous travel reimbursement</li>
<li>Dedicated team to tailor your experience</li>
</ul>

A Full Suite of VIP Benefits

Your time is valuable, which is why we skip the usual “wandering the exhibition hall” and connect you directly to relevant solution providers.
Tell us about your current challenges during registration, and we’ll arrange meetings with a tailored set of solution providers who can help. It’s a simple, highly effective way to conduct solutions research relaxed, no-pressure environment.

Curated Research Meetings

Key connections. Elevated ambience.

Customise the ideal experience to fit your busy schedule and connect from the comfort of your own home or office.
All presentations are available to watch on-demand, and our dedicated Attendee Relations team will work around your agenda to schedule all meetings.

Inspiration at a time that suits you

Since we can’t treat you to an incredible venue, luxury hotel or any of our fantastic Networking Events with our Online event, we’ve designed a reward system worthy of your time.
All attendees who complete their meetings schedule will earn their choice of amazing rewards, including gift cards, Apple products, charitable donations and much more. Speak to the team to learn more.

Earn Rewards

Meaningful connections with relevant providers, fitted around your working week.

Online

Join senior finance leaders this spring and move your priorities forward.

Trusted by Finance Leaders. Here’s what your peers are saying.

Meet CFOs and CROs with active budgets, challenges, and project timelines. CONNECT, connects you directly with decision-makers through guaranteed 1:1 meetings, thought leadership and hosting experiences that drive pipeline momentum.

FOR SOLUTION PROVIDERS

Connect with Senior Finance Leaders at CONNECT

We partner with leading [technology and cybersecurity] providers across a wide scope of services - from [email security and penetration testing to zero trust and cloud resilience]. Your 1-to-1 meetings are matched to the challenges you share, ensuring every conversation moves your strategy forward.

Strategic Solutions by Category:

Solutions Matched to Your Priorities

Marko Sebastian

Chief Financial Officer

Huiming Chen

Maxime Yao

Operating Unit CFO

Dabinder Hutchinson

Interim Finance Director

Maliha Ahmed

Finance Director

Harsh Amarasuriya

Global Head of FP&A

Bhev Chandrasena

Susanne Liepmann

FiPlus

Faruk Aysoy

CFO 

Guillermo Martínez González

Head of Finance

Csilla Torma

Director of Finance, MaygarCom

Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Usman Rana

Programme Director - Business Finance

Speakers

Content from industry leaders in Finance.

Advisory Board + Speakers

Sarah Watson

Director of Finance and Technology

Amit Sinha

CTO - SMB and Scale

Andreea Popescu

Global Director Business Control Digital and Technology

Rajiv Subramanian

Head of Finance, Strategy & Technology

Michael Goerz

Vice President Finance

Michael Mills

Director of Finance - Strategy  & Sustainability

Atif Hasan

Stéphane Suveg

Finance Business Development Director

Suresh Sankaran

Head of Model Risk Governance

François Vestjens

 VP Finance Europe & APAC 

Baron Anyangwe

Former Head of Finance

Malcolm Finn

Director of Finance – Global Operations and Control 

Vicky Thornton

Miguel Rodriguez

ADP UK is a leading provider of cloud-based human capital management, payroll, HR and workforce solutions for businesses of all sizes. It simplifies payroll processing, compliance, talent management, time tracking and benefits administration with scalable technology and expert support, helping organisations automate complex HR tasks and focus on growth. Backed by global experience and local expertise, ADP UK drives efficiency, accuracy and strategic people management. 

Embat is a European fintech transforming treasury and financial operations for medium and large businesses with its cloud-based, real-time treasury management platform. It centralises cash flow, payments, forecasting, accounting and reconciliation while automating manual processes using AI-powered tools, freeing finance teams to focus on strategic decisions. With connectivity to thousands of banks and ERP systems, Embat delivers visibility, efficiency and smarter financial control.

Consark.ai is a finance automation SaaS platform that helps CFOs and finance teams streamline complex controllership tasks such as financial close, variance (flux) analysis, transaction matching and risk reporting with intelligent automation, real-time insights and simplified workflows. Trusted by global enterprises and mid-market organisations, its unified platform reduces manual effort, accelerates accuracy and enhances strategic decision-making for modern finance operations.

Spendesk is a modern spend management platform that helps finance teams control company spending with smart tools for budgeting, purchase requests, virtual and physical cards, invoice automation and real-time expense visibility. Designed for growing businesses, it centralises all payments and approvals in one intuitive system, reducing manual work and increasing financial transparency. Spendesk empowers teams to spend confidently while maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.

Abacum is an AI-native FP&A platform that empowers finance teams to unify data, automate planning, forecasting, reporting and scenario analysis, and deliver real-time insights that drive smarter business decisions. Designed for mid-market companies, its cloud-based solution simplifies complex workflows, eliminates manual tasks and enhances collaboration across teams. Abacum turns financial planning into a strategic growth engine with scalable, intuitive technology. 

Farseer is a cloud-based financial planning and analysis (FP&A) platform that transforms how medium to large enterprises plan, budget, forecast and report with real-time insights, automation and collaborative workflows. Replacing error-prone spreadsheets with a single source of truth, it accelerates forecasting, scenario modelling and decision-making while improving accuracy and visibility. Farseer drives smarter, faster strategic planning at scale. 

Aico and Mercur have joined forces to create a comprehensive, integrated platform for the Office of the CFO. By combining Aico’s financial close automation with Mercur’s budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis capabilities, the merged business delivers an end-to-end solution that helps CFOs and finance teams gain clarity, streamline processes and make better, faster, more confident decisions across the entire finance lifecycle for modern organisations worldwide.

Remote is a global HR and employment platform that helps companies hire, manage and pay employees and contractors anywhere in the world with built-in payroll, tax, compliance and benefits support. Trusted by organisations of all sizes, its all-in-one solution simplifies international workforce operations, removes legal barriers and accelerates global expansion without requiring local entities, making cross-border hiring seamless, compliant and scalable. 

AppZen is an AI-driven finance automation company helping organisations streamline and secure expense, invoice and spend management processes. Through its enterprise AI platform, it automatically audits transactions in real time, detects fraud, enforces compliance and delivers actionable insights that eliminate manual work and financial leakage. Trusted by global enterprises, AppZen empowers finance and procurement teams with faster approvals, stronger controls and data-backed decision-making across the entire spend lifecycle.

Dost is an AI-powered financial automation software company helping organisations eliminate manual invoice processing and streamline accounts payable and receivable operations. Through its intelligent SaaS platform, it automates document capture, data extraction, approval workflows, ERP integration and real-time analytics, reducing errors and administrative costs while improving visibility, efficiency and control. Trusted by enterprises across industries, Dost accelerates financial workflows with precision and measurable impact.

iplicit is a cloud financial management platform helping organisations simplify accounting, billing and revenue operations with automation and real-time visibility. Through its unified SaaS solution, it combines general ledger, AR/AP, subscription billing and reporting into a single intuitive system that reduces complexity, accelerates close cycles and improves financial control. Trusted by growing businesses and enterprise teams, iplicit empowers finance leaders to drive efficiency, clarity and smarter decision-making.

Sixthfin is a data-driven fintech company helping institutional investors and risk teams quantify and monitor crypto market risk with precision. Through its analytics platform, it delivers real-time risk metrics, stress testing, portfolio insights and scenario modelling that illuminate volatility, counterparty exposure and systemic threats. Trusted by hedge funds, trading firms and allocators globally, Sixthfin empowers smarter capital deployment, risk-adjusted decision-making and resilient performance in digital asset markets.

Staria is a global CFO Office solutions and ERP technology partner helping growth companies scale with confidence and clarity. Through its expert NetSuite consulting, global accounting, business intelligence and planning services, it streamlines financial operations, ensures compliance and unlocks real-time insights that support international expansion. Trusted by ambitious organisations across sectors, Staria empowers finance leaders with integrated services that simplify complexity and accelerate sustainable growth.

Yooz is a cloud-based accounts payable automation company helping organisations streamline and accelerate invoice processing, approvals and payments. Through its intuitive SaaS platform, it combines AI-driven capture, automated workflows and seamless ERP integrations to reduce manual work, cut costs and improve control across the procure-to-pay cycle. Trusted by finance teams worldwide, Yooz empowers businesses with greater efficiency, visibility and compliance in financial operations at scale.

Discover strategies from field experts, research new solutions, and meet like-minded peers. Your invitation is waiting.

Join Finance's most esteemed Summit

Whether you&#8217;re at home, in the office, or on the move, our online summit ensures that your time is used efficiently and effectively, providing you with valuable insights and actionable outcomes that align with your current priorities.
Join from anywhere, at times that work best for your schedule. With just 3–5 hours spread across the week, you can participate from anywhere and without disrupting your daily responsibilities.
Engage in meaningful, high-impact conversations that are thoughtfully tailored to your specific needs, interests, and active projects.

On Your Schedule

Watch expert-led educational sessions whenever it suits your schedule—morning, evening, or even during a quick break in your day. Our flexible, on-demand sessions allow you to access valuable insights without the need to rearrange your calendar.
Covering a wide range of timely topics—from artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to cloud infrastructure and emerging technologies—our carefully curated content is designed to help you stay ahead of industry trends.
Learn at your own pace, gain practical takeaways, and stay informed—without disrupting your workflow or daily responsibilities.

Insights, On Your Time

Get intelligently matched with solution providers who align with your real-world needs, current challenges, and active areas of research or exploration. Through a thoughtful and personalized approach, you&#8217;ll be connected with experts who truly understand your goals.
Participate in pre-scheduled, one-on-one online meetings that are mutually agreed upon—ensuring your time is spent productively and with purpose. These focused conversations are designed to help you explore potential solutions, uncover new opportunities, and move your projects forward efficiently, with clear next steps and real value for your organization.

The Right Partners

Since we can’t treat you to a renowned venue, luxurious setting, or exquisite in-person dining experience, our online event is designed to make your participation just as rewarding in other meaningful ways.
To show our appreciation for your time and engagement, we’re offering exclusive rewards that bring real value to you.
You can earn up to £300 in high street rewards of your choice through our virtual marketplace. Popular options include versatile Visa gift cards, the latest Apple products, charitable donations to causes you care about, and many more appealing selections.

Incredible rewards

Attendees explore the big ideas and trends shaping the future of finance — with insight from experts and peers.

CONNECT CFO delivers a customised path to smart solutions and high-impact connections.

Your Pass Is Covered

Tailored Meetings

Content That Matters

Personalised Experience

Exclusively for executives and tailored to support your professional and departmental goals

We work closely with a handpicked selection of solution providers who make it all possible. 
Solution providers invest in accessing the event through sponsorship, which allows qualified delegates to attend at no cost. (And to receive some exclusive perks along the way). 
While there’s no “one type” of attendee we look for, we use the following as general guidelines for complimentary passes: 
&#8211; Company size: 100+ employees or annual revenue of £15m+ 
&#8211; Seniority level: Senior Manager or above 
&#8211; Intentions: We do not offer complimentary passes to consultants or sales representatives. (And of course, we ask that delegates be employed in the industry corresponding to the event they apply for).

Qualified Delegates Attend Free

We work closely with a handpicked selection of solution providers who make it all possible. 
Simply put, our solution providers underwrite the cost of the event, which allows invited executives to attend our Summits at no cost. Whether your choose to attend in-person or online, conference passes are always complimentary for qualified professionals.
For our in-person summits, this includes a one night hotel stay, all dining experiences, open bar, and a generous travel reimbursement. For online summits, attendees are eligible for up to £300 to spend in our rewards marketplace, similar to Amazon.

Our sponsors underwrite the majority of your cost of attendance.

Your Pass is Covered

Experience the difference. This is the only event truly catered to you and your individual needs.
Every event attendee is assigned a member of the attendee relations team from the moment your registration is complete. We get to know everything about what you&#8217;re looking to achieve with your professional and departmental goals.
Your attendee relations executive will work with you to build a talk track, find relevant solution providers, and handle every aspect of your attendance, all the way down to dietary needs. Complete your registration and leave the rest to us.

Your Summit experience is fully customised around you and your needs.

Come in with a challenge. Leave with options, contacts, and a game-plan.
Researching B2B solutions can be a long, frustrating process—especially when you’re already stretched thin. That’s what makes One-on-One meetings so powerful. Instead of wandering an exhibition hall, we ask about your priorities in advance, and arrange short, informal meetings with solution providers who match your needs.
It’s a fast, easy, and no-pressure way to handle month’s worth of solutions research with ease. As a thank you, our solution providers will cover your entire costs of the event, including your conference pass and other event benefits. It’s a win-win!

Make genuine progress with solution meetings tailored to your needs.

One-on-One Meetings

Quartz Network events are reserved for senior-level leaders, allowing you to connect with high-profile peers across a variety of networking receptions.
Our in-person events are known for attracting the top leaders in the industry. Since passes are invitation-only, we tailor our guest list to include the key decision-makers that are transforming their industry.
All in-person event include multiple networking receptions, where you’ll be able to mingle with your high-profile peers (we’ll even pick up your bar tab). You’ll also enjoy delicious catered meals alongside your fellow attendees, creating ample opportunities to create powerful new connections.

CFO Leadership Summit | Spring

OnlineW/C 18 May, 2026

Content from industry leaders in Finance.

Advisory Board + Speakers

Marko Sebastian

Sarah Watson

Amit Sinha

Andreea Popescu

Rajiv Subramanian

Michael Goerz

Michael Mills

Atif Hasan

Stéphane Suveg

Suresh Sankaran

François Vestjens

Baron Anyangwe

Malcolm Finn

Vicky Thornton

Miguel Rodriguez

Your Pass Is Covered

Tailored Meetings

Content That Matters

Personalised Experience

Trusted by Finance Leaders. Here’s what your peers are saying.

Join senior finance leaders this spring and move your priorities forward.

Solutions Matched to Your Priorities

Strategic Solutions by Category:

Connect with Senior Finance Leaders at CONNECT

Still have questions?

Online Event

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CFO Leadership Summit | Spring, UK

CFO Leadership Summit | Spring

OnlineW/C 18 May, 2026

Content from industry leaders in Finance.

Advisory Board + Speakers

Marko Sebastian

Sarah Watson

Amit Sinha

Andreea Popescu

Rajiv Subramanian

Michael Goerz

Michael Mills

Atif Hasan

Stéphane Suveg

Suresh Sankaran

François Vestjens

Baron Anyangwe

Malcolm Finn

Vicky Thornton

Miguel Rodriguez

Your Pass Is Covered

Tailored Meetings

Content That Matters

Personalised Experience

Trusted by Finance Leaders. Here’s what your peers are saying.

Join senior finance leaders this spring and move your priorities forward.

Solutions Matched to Your Priorities

Strategic Solutions by Category:

Connect with Senior Finance Leaders at CONNECT

Still have questions?

Online Event

Why is the event complimentary?

What are the One-on-One meetings?

Who attends?

Do I have to be online at a specific time or day?

Why should I attend?

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CFO Leadership Summit | Spring, UK