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      Explore the most pressing priorities shaping finance today and the emerging trends influencing tomorrow. From AI and investment strategy to resource allocation and business performance, discover the insights helping finance leaders navigate change with confidence.

      AI Economics

      Assess AI costs, benefits, and business value to prioritize investments and improve returns.

      Finance ERP Solutions & Implementation Providers

      Compare ERP platforms and implementation partners to support finance transformation.

      Leadership Effectiveness

      Strengthen leadership skills to drive results, influence decisions, and lead change.
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      Monday, 23 March, 2026

      10:15 AM - 10:45 AM AEDT

      CFO Risk Watch: Bridging Awareness and Action on Top Emerging Risks
      Mallory Bulman, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      As emerging risks have increased and intensified, most enterprises today have at best, only moderate operational readiness to respond. This disconnect is largely attributable to fragmented risk management practices, characterized by dispersed ownership and unclear accountability. This session clarifies how CFOs should respond to critical emerging risks requiring action today and the most effective influential actions to close the operational readiness gap. ... Show More Show Less

      10:15 AM - 10:45 AM AEDT

      Finance 2030: The Finance Workforce at Breakaway Firms
      Hilary Richards, VP Analyst, Gartner
      By 2030, CFOs at the breakaway firms will lead a workforce of digital talent that will regularly build new technology capabilities and accomplish core finance tasks by leveraging AI and tools. As a result, finance will scale and accelerate decision support and help overcome growth anchors. ... Show More Show Less

      10:15 AM - 10:45 AM AEDT

      Trends in the Finance Technology Market for 2026
      Nick Duffy, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      What technologies should finance be focusing on in 2026? Separate hype from reality in this session and learn about the technology investments other finance organizations make. Join the session to gain a research-based understanding of various technologies’ current usage and perceived value, as well as where finance leaders intend to invest in the near future. ... Show More Show Less

      11:45 AM - 12:15 PM AEDT

      Finance's 2026 AI Report Card
      Sanjay Champaneri, VP, Team Manager, Gartner
      Despite AI success stories and technology advancements, finance leaders are approaching AI with cautious optimism and reporting a deceleration in the pace of adoption. However, data shows that organizations that quickly pilot and implement AI are experiencing markedly better efficiency and effectiveness than peers. Join this session to benchmark your organization’s AI adoption, impact and speed of implementation — and refine your strategy to build forward momentum. ... Show More Show Less

      11:45 AM - 12:15 PM AEDT

      Mobilizing the C-Suite on Cost: CFO-Led SGA Cost Optimization Strategies
      Vaughan Archer, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      SG&A cost optimization is no longer just a finance initiative — it’s a cross-functional leadership challenge. In this session, we’ll explore how CFOs can lead enterprisewide cost transformation by activating governance structures, setting targets that inspire, aligning executive stakeholders and embedding accountability across the C-suite. ... Show More Show Less

      11:45 AM - 12:15 PM AEDT

      Succeeding as a New-to-Role CFO
      Dennis Gannon, VP Analyst, Gartner
      Taking on a CFO role is an exciting and rewarding career milestone, but the skills that help you succeed as a CFO aren't always the same ones that helped you achieve the role. This session will look at success factors that accelerate a new CFO's time to impact and best practices in ensuring a successful first few years as a CFO. ... Show More Show Less

      01:45 PM - 02:15 PM AEDT

      A CFOs Guide to Insightful Dashboards That Engage
      Matthew Mowrey, VP Analyst, Gartner
      Creating impactful dashboards involves understanding visual perception, providing context that influences behavior and coaching your team to develop good habits. CFOs often have strong opinions about dashboards but don't always know what they want until they see it. This session frames what good looks like, so that CFOs can proactively and productively assist their development teams. ... Show More Show Less

      01:45 PM - 02:15 PM AEDT

      Priority-Based Budgeting in Government: The CFO as Master Architect
      Farrah Watson, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      This session explores how CFOs can achieve more accurate and effective government budgeting by setting clear accountability standards and adopting priority-based budgeting. By allocating resources to the most important services and community needs, governments can improve transparency, optimize resources, and make informed decisions, even during fiscal constraints. ... Show More Show Less

      01:45 PM - 02:15 PM AEDT

      Redefining the CFO: 3 Strategic Roles for Maximizing ROI in Enterprise Data Analytics
      Valeria Di Maso, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      As organizations accelerate their investments in data and analytics, the expectations for CFOs are rapidly evolving. This session will explore how CFOs can transcend traditional finance roles to become enterprise data visionaries, enablers, and business partners — unlocking the full value of D&A investments and driving measurable business outcomes. ... Show More Show Less

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