08:30 - 09:00
Arrival, Registration & Breakfast Networking
09:00 - 09:10
Introduction from The Network Group & Chairperson
A brief introduction to the event software, SNS – this software, unique to the industry, empowers our attendees to make the most effective use of their time at the event by maximising networking opportunities. The software designs a personalised agenda & enables attendees to arrange one-to-one meetings with each other. This will be followed by a welcome from the chairperson.
09:10 - 09:40
The CFO as a Strategic Growth Architect
- Expanding the CFO’s role beyond financial oversight to drive innovation & business expansion
- Strengthening collaboration with executive leadership & key stakeholders to ensure alignment
- Balancing risk appetite with value creation to foster strategic growth
Guilherme Moda, Head of Controlling, Bosch
09:40 - 10:10
Tactics for Stability: Inflation-Proofing your Financial Strategy
- Methods of optimising operational efficiency & identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Leveraging data-driven forecasting to maintain profitability
- Best approaches to investment & risk diversification
10:10 - 10:50
Panel Discussion: AI & Automation: The Future of Finance?
- Assessing the benefits of automating financial planning & operations
- Outlining the potential risks of adopting AI software such as data breaches & bias
- Methods to identify & integrate the most effective AI software for your business needs
Jelena Maxim, CFO, Euromaster
Andrew Auseichyk, Finance Director, Enovis
Indradeep Das, Director Finance Operations, Delivery Hero
Lars Dornburg, CFO, Thermo Fisher
10:50 - 11:00
Coffee Break & Networking
11:00 - 11:25
Workshop 1
Financial Planning
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Workshop 2
Hosted by Avalara
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Workshop 3
Generative AI
11:00 – 13:05
One-to-One Meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Finance Data & Analytics
- AI in Finance Technology & Consulting
- Finance Talent & Skills
- Financial & Business Reporting
- ESG & Sustainability
- ERP
- FP&A
- Performance Management
- Intelligent Automation
- Risk Management
- Supply Chain Management & Optimisation
- Order to Cash
- Invoicing Financing & e-Invoicing
- Tax Technology & Consulting
- Treasury Management
- HR Systems & Technology
- Travel & Expense Management
- Rebate Management
13:05 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
Stream 1 - Operational Resilience
14:00 - 14:35
Case Study: Reducing Cost Base to Navigate Reduced Demand
- Unpacking how Deutsche Bahn has managed a rapid reduction in demand
- Considering different pricing strategies to ensure profitability
- Methods of reducing cost base to maintain service
Tim Wollnik, Head of Controlling, Deutsche Bahn
Stream 2 - All Things Data
14:00 - 14:35
Innovating FP&A to Unlock Value & Agility
- Exploring how new technologies can streamline financial planning & improve accuracy
- Building flexible financial models that allow for rapid adaptation to changing market conditions
- Ensuring FP&A integration with broader business goals
Stream 1 - Operational Resilience
14:35 - 15:10
Safeguarding Against Supply Chain Disruption
- Identifying vulnerabilities & stress-testing scenarios
- Streamlining procurement strategies to secure alternative suppliers
- Maximising insights to enhance supply-chain visibility & agility
Peter Gimperlein, Group CFO, Possehl Electronics
Stream 2 - ESG
14:35 - 15:10
ESG & Financial Strategy: Balancing Profitability & Purpose
- Understanding the CFO’s role in embedding sustainability into corporate strategy
- Navigating shifts in investor & customer expectations
- Unpacking why ESG is now a boardroom priority & how to stay ahead of the game
15:10 - 15:25
Coffee Break & Networking
15:25 - 15:50
Workshop 4
Hosted by Yokoy
15:50 - 16:15
Networking
16:15 - 16:40
Workshop 5
Performance Management
16:40 - 17:05
Networking
15:25 – 17:05
One-to-One Meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Finance Data & Analytics
- AI in Finance Technology & Consulting
- Finance Talent & Skills
- Financial & Business Reporting
- ESG & Sustainability
- ERP
- FP&A
- Performance Management
- Intelligent Automation
- Risk Management
- Supply Chain Management & Optimisation
- Order to Cash
- Invoicing Financing & e-Invoicing
- Tax Technology & Consulting
- Treasury Management
- HR Systems & Technology
- Travel & Expense Management
- Rebate Management
17:05 - 17:50
Panel Discussion: Balancing Risk & Opportunity in Finance Business Partnering
- Aligning finance teams with other departments to ensure financial decisions support long-term growth
- Techniques for evaluating potential risks while uncovering opportunities for value creation, ensuring a balanced approach to decision-making
- Establishing frameworks for ongoing risk assessments & developing proactive strategies to manage volatility while pursuing growth opportunities
Ulrich Schinabeck, CFO, Coface
Nevin Adaligil, CFO, Beko
Heiko Busse, CFO, Ceravis
Martin Klein, CFO, Helios Gesundheit
19:00
Networking Dinner & Drinks Reception
08:30 - 09:00
Morning Registration & Breakfast
09:00 - 10:10
Roundtable Discussions
Join group discussions with your peers on some of the most challenging & significant finance topics — please confirm attendance prior to the session. Each host will facilitate the discussion & give a short presentation of key findings in a wrap-up session.
Roundtable 1: AI
Roundtable 2: Financial Planning
Gary Pettman, Head of FP&A, Byborg Enterprises
Roundtable 3: Strategic Leadership
Usman Wain, Head of Finance, Imperial Brands
Roundtable 4: Crisis Management
Fabio Pesenti, CFO Emerging Markets, Zimmer Biomet
Roundtable 5: ESG
Roundtable 6: The Human Side of Data Integration
Brooke Wauchope, Head of Finance, PowerUs
10:10 - 10:50
Roundtable Wrap-Up
Each host gives a short overview of key findings from their discussion & creates an ideas board to be distributed post event with the presentations.
10:50 - 11:00
Coffee Break & Networking
11:00 - 11:25
Workshop 6
The Finance Transformation Journey
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Workshop 7
Data Integration
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Workshop 8
Improving Cash Flow
11:00 – 13:05
One-to-One Meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Finance Data & Analytics
- AI in Finance Technology & Consulting
- Finance Talent & Skills
- Financial & Business Reporting
- ESG & Sustainability
- ERP
- FP&A
- Performance Management
- Intelligent Automation
- Risk Management
- Supply Chain Management & Optimisation
- Order to Cash
- Invoicing Financing & e-Invoicing
- Tax Technology & Consulting
- Treasury Management
- HR Systems & Technology
- Travel & Expense Management
- Rebate Management
13:05 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
Stream 1 - Compliance
14:00 - 14:35
Navigating Auditing & Tax Challenges for Financial Success
- Discussing current tax reforms & audit requirements & how they affect financial strategy
- Identifying opportunities to optimise tax liabilities
- Integrating proactive audit strategies to ensure accurate reporting & to built trust with stakeholders
Stream 2 - Financial Strategy
14:00 - 14:35
Strategic Finance: Leveraging M&A Experience in the CFO Seat
- Translating M&A expertise into strategic leadership
- Insights on structuring finance teams, systems & processes to support scalable growth
- Driving performance & influencing enterprise-wide decision-making with a transactional mindset
Ahmet Adsiz, Head of Group M&A, MOSOLF
Stream 1 - Compliance
14:35 - 15:10
Strengthening Governance Frameworks through Robust Compliance Practices
- Establishing a solid governance structure with clear roles & processes to ensure accountability
- Embedding compliance into everyday operations to minimise risks
- Implementing ongoing monitoring to drive continuous improvement
Stream 2 - Financial Strategy
14:35 - 15:10
Preparing a Global Finance Function within a PE Environment
- Understanding the key financial performance metrics that drive value creation in a PE-backed environment
- Developing structures & processes that support rapid growth across borders
- Leveraging financial planning & working capital management to maximise returns
Daniel Rupp, CFO, Berlitz
15:10 - 15:55
Panel Discussion: Unlocking Recruitment Success: Attracting, Hiring & Retaining Top Talent
- Strategies to set your organisation apart & attract top talent
- Adopting open hiring practices to allow you to find the best candidates, even if they may require upskilling or reskilling support
- Establishing retainment strategies to keep high performers motivated & reduce employee turnover
Michaela Tuschl, Finance Director, Mondi
Usman Wain, Head of Finance, Imperial Brands
Thomas Haeny, Head of Finance, Ypsomed
Heiko Busse, CFO, Ceravis
15:55 - 16:00
Closing remarks from the Chairperson