CFO Engage

    We believe that networking and knowledge-sharing should be personal and inspiring. Our events bring together senior Finance leaders from diverse backgrounds and expertise to engage in meaningful conversations and form lasting relationships.

    16 May 2024
    8:45am - 4:30pm BST
    London, UK

Speakers

Peter Dorrington
Host/Moderator
Executive Leaders Network

As the host and moderator, Peter is responsible for organising and facilitating the discussion, whilst fostering a collaborative environment where everyone's ideas are heard and respected. We strive to create an environment where attendees can learn from each other, build their networks, and grow professionally.

Lindsey Roberts
UK Chief Financial Officer
Valeo Foods

A commercial finance transformation leader of 25+ years in FMCG working across listed, privately owned and PE backed businesses including a significant amount of time leading on Strategy. As UK CFO of Valeo Foods Group (Kettle crisps, Rowse Honey, Barrett’s confectionary to name a few) Lindsey has responsibility for legal and exec oversight of procurement.

Daniel Hobden
CFO
Yodel

Dan started his career in Accountancy before moving into Investment Banking. As Head of FP&A at Gett he was an integral team member leading the attempted SPAC & subsequent corporate restructure; to become a profitable, cash generative business. Dan officially joined Shift at the start of 2024 as CFO and helped lead the acquisition of Yodel in February.

Jemma Phillips
Finance Director
Leaders Romans Group

Jemma Phillips, Finance Director at the Leaders Romans Group – one of the UK’s largest property services groups – backed by private equity firm, Platinum Equity.  LRG have a network of over 245 branches across the country and employ 2,600 people. Jemma manages the day to day running of the finance function including Management Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Treasury & Tax.

Funto Agbeniga
Head of Commercial Finance & Planning
GB RailFreight

Funto Agbeniga serves as the Head of Commercial Finance & Planning at GB Railfreight, where she plays a pivotal role in steering the financial and strategic planning initiatives, contributing significantly to the company's growth and operational efficiency in the competitive rail freight sector.

Karina Kuks
Head of Finance Europe
Stonex

A resourceful, integrity-driven leader experienced in directing financial operations, streamlining treasury, approving balance sheets & managing risk operations, leading highly skilled teams to obtain excellent results. Excels in devising strategic improvement plans, driving bottom-line growth to accomplish financial objectives. 

Fiona Smithyes
Head of FP&A
Euromonitor International

Fiona leads an experienced Group FP&A team at Euromonitor International, diligently managing the financial planning and performance of the organization on a global scale. She is an integral member of the senior finance leadership team, demonstrating robust communication and interpersonal skills. Furthermore, Fiona actively champions mental health and diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Alex Canavan
Head of Finance - Corporate Strategy & Business Development
Jaguar Land Rover

As Head of Finance at JLR supporting the Global Corporate Strategy & Strategic Partnerships teams Alex has experience across the automotive & telecommunications industries with roles covering FP&A, Contract Accounting, Cost Management, Business Partnering, Strategy, Commercial and Treasury. Outside of finance she is passionate about DE&I and people development, paving the way for positive progress.

Gunjan Tripathi
EMEA Director of Solutions Marketing 
Vertex

Gunjan shapes the strategic messaging and course for Vertex's Indirect Tax offerings. An experienced Chartered Tax Advisor, specialising in European VAT working with EY, European Shared Service Centre for SC Johnson, Endeavor & Thomson Reuters. She has a Bachelor of Honours in Economics, an MSc in Development Studies, is an Executive MBA scholar & member of CIOT.

Cath Marsh
Finance Operations Director
abrdn

Cath will be attending the summit as a panellist in a collaborative discussion between Finance and Procurement professionals.

Krishnan Raghunathan
Head - Finance & Accounting Services
WNS

Krishnan is the Head of Finance & Accounting (F&A) practice and operations at WNS. He also oversees International Operations and Delivery Centres and has decades of experience across F&A, BPM, Sales Solutions and Capability functions. Prior to WNS, Krishnan held several key roles at Genpact. He is a Chartered Accountant (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

Who's Attending

A Finance Transformation Event for Senior Finance Executives

Step into the future of finance at the CFO Engage Summit, an exclusive enclave for senior finance executives to forge connections, gain insights, and lead the charge in finance transformation. This summit is a melting pot of over 60 distinguished finance leaders from diverse sectors, all converging to dissect and navigate the evolving landscape of finance.

Summit Experience:

  • Keynote Presentations: Absorb groundbreaking insights from financial vanguards.
  • Panel Discussions: Participate in thought-provoking dialogues with industry stalwarts.
  • Breakout Sessions: Tailor your summit journey with focused explorations into critical finance topics.

Networking Nexus: Seize unparalleled opportunities to mingle with peers and trailblazers in the finance realm.

Session Spotlights:

  • CFO Evolution: Chart the transformative journey of the modern CFO.
  • Finance Reimagined: Explore finance through the lens of growth and innovation.
  • Digital Reporting Revolution: Stay ahead with ViDA updates and tax navigation strategies.
  • Macro to Micro Leadership: Master the art of financial leadership from a broader perspective.
  • Cross-Functional Synergy: Unlock collaborative value between finance and procurement.
  • Rethinking Employee Engagement: Venture beyond surveys to initiate meaningful engagement.

Why You Can’t Miss It:

  • Expert Convergence: Unite with finance professionals and mavens for a shared learning experience.
  • Engaging Dialogues: Dive into discussions that will broaden your financial acumen.
  • Triple Summit Access: Enjoy the privilege of three summits in one, with entry to the CPO Engage Summit & HR Engage Summit.

Who Should Attend: Finance, Procurement, and HR leaders seeking to broaden their horizons will find this event particularly beneficial, especially with the opportunity to engage with counterparts from co-located summits.

Event Location: Join us at the America Square Conference Centre, a stone’s throw from the iconic Tower Hill - 1 America Square, 17 Crosswall, London EC3N 2LB.

Agenda Sneak Peek: Embark on a pre-summit exploration and preview the transformative agenda that awaits. Discover what’s in store!