Circle of Leaders CFO London Edition

Agenda

Programme · GMT

1. 8:30 – 9:00
   Registration & networking breakfast
   Networking
2. 9:00 – 9:15
   Welcome address — Omer Suttar, Circle of Leaders
   Welcome
3. 9:15 – 9:45
   Opening keynote: Economic Outlook 2027 — What Finance Leaders Need to Know

   Richard Grenfell-HillChief Economist, Diageo
   Keynote
4. 9:45 – 10:15
   The AI Power Play - Uniting Business, Technology & Finance

   AI is no longer the responsibility of one function. This session explores how Business, Technology and Finance can work together to turn AI ambition into measurable business value. Aligning investment and priorities while driving adoption, governance and real-world impact.

   Riccardo CallianoVP Finance, GenAI Commercial Investments, GSK
   Fireside
5. 10:15 – 10:25
   Innovation Partner — TBC
   Partner
6. 10:25 – 10:35
   Innovation Partner — TBC
   Partner
7. 10:35 – 10:55
   Networking AM break
   Networking
8. 10:55 – 11:25
   The Future CFO: Leading Through Transformation and Disruption

   The CFO role is evolving rapidly as organisations navigate transformation, disruption and an increasingly unpredictable business environment. This panel explores how today’s finance leaders can balance strategic growth with resilience, embrace new technologies and influence organisation-wide transformation. A candid conversation on the leadership, mindset and decision-making needed to navigate uncertainty, unlock opportunity and shape the future of the organisation.

   Lindsey RobertsCFO - UK, Valeo Foods GroupRandip SinghFinance Director (UK Operations), WPP MediaSonya MatharuCFO International, Pharmaceutical Diagnostics, GE HealthCareThompson KoramoaDirector of Finance , NQA
   Panel
9. 11:25 – 11:55
   Operational Resilience as a Competitive Advantage

   When disruption is inevitable, how can finance leaders move beyond simply managing risk to building resilience that creates a genuine competitive advantage? Can a more resilient organisation respond faster, maintain customer confidence and capture opportunities while competitors struggle? This panel explores what it takes to build resilience across the organisation — from people and processes to technology, decision-making and leadership.

   James OwenGroup CFO, PharmanoviaMaria GhibuGlobal CFO, Testhouse
   Panel
10. 11:55 – 12:25
    The Sustainable Consumer: Turning Changing Expectations into Business Opportunity.

    How are changing consumer expectations shaping the future of sustainability? This fireside chat explores how businesses can turn the growing demand for sustainable products and practices into commercial opportunities, build consumer trust and drive long-term growth.

    Catherine WrightDirector - Corporate Finance, HSBC
    Fireside Chat with Omer Suttar as Moderator
11. 12:25 – 1:05
    Roundtable discussions

    Table 1- Beyond the Algorithm: How Finance Professionals Can Stand Out in the Age of AI? Saf Ali- Head of Finance- Fujitsu Table 2- Resilient by Design: Developing People, Skills & Future Finance Leaders Olaide Olunloyo - Head of Finance - Jesus House Table 3- From Automation to Intelligence: The Next Era of AI in Finance - Finance Director - Avalere Health Table 4- "Revenue Recognition IFRS 15/ASC 606, From Technical Compliance to Implementation Challenges" - Thi Luu - CFO - VinFast Europe

    Olaide OlunloyoHead of Finance, Jesus HouseSaf AliHead of Finance & Corporate Planning, FujitsuImelda LeeVice President, Finance Operations, TeadsAmit KatariaFinance Director, Avalere HealthThi LuuCFO, VinFast Europe
    Roundtable
12. 1:05 – 2:00
    Networking lunch
    Networking
13. 2:00 – 2:30
    Building Cyber Resilience Across the Finance Function

    This session explores the CFO’s role in building cyber resilience across the finance function, from protecting financial data and strengthening controls to preparing for disruption and responding effectively when incidents occur. A strategic discussion on treating cyber risk as a core business priority, strengthening organisational resilience and protecting enterprise value.

    Panel
14. 2:30 – 3:00
    Forecasting in Volatile Markets: Strategies for Finance Leaders

    This session explores how senior finance leaders can navigate volatility through more agile forecasting, scenario planning and data-driven insight. A strategic discussion on challenging assumptions, preparing for multiple outcomes and giving the business the clarity and confidence to act in uncertain markets.

    Khushboo JainDirector Financial Management, SodexoAurelia Znakova Finance Director EMEA & APAC, Imagine Communications
    Panel
15. 3:00 – 3:30
    Mergers & Acquisition - Deal or No Deal?

    Put your strategic thinking to the test in an interactive M&A challenge designed to bring finance leaders together. Teams will assess a live-style acquisition scenario, weigh the risks and opportunities, and make the call on whether to proceed. A fast-paced, competitive session combining decision-making, collaboration and networking.

    Kashif AslamHead of Corporate Development, Experian
    Interactive Challenge
16. 3:30 – 3:50
    Networking PM break
    Networking
17. 3:50 – 4:20
    Unlocking FP&A's Strategic Potential Through Data and Analytics

    As organisations face greater complexity and uncertainty, data and analytics are transforming how finance teams plan, forecast and make decisions. This panel explores how better data, technology and insight can help finance leaders improve visibility, challenge assumptions and drive more confident, forward-looking decisions.

    Damien FlosiVice President Centre Of Excellence Franchise, AccorFiona SmithyesDirector of FP&A and Tranformation, Westcon-Comstor
    Panel
18. 4:20 – 5:00
    Closing keynote panel: Breaking Down Silos — How CFOs, CIOs, CDOs & CISOs Are Driving Business Transformation Together

    Riccardo CallianoVP Finance, GenAI Commercial Investments, GSKSandra StanleyChief Data Science Officer, DunnhumbyAnthony OsijoCEO, Bboxx
    Panel
19. 5:00 – 6:00
    End of the day games
    Networking