After shaping much of the economic narrative in 2025, tariff-related stagflation risks are now being joined by other forces that will influence growth and inflation in 2026. These include the impact of AI on business investment and productivity, immigration and fiscal policy, the uneven consumer sector, affordability pressures, and a Federal Reserve that has become more cautious to start the year as it waits to see how these forces unfold. 

Speaker:
Michael Gregory, CFA, Deputy Chief Economist | BMO

Receive an update on the FASB's recent standard-setting activities, including recently issued accounting standards and projects on the current agenda. 

Speaker:
Lauren Pringle Hegg, CPA, Partner - Accounting, Controls, and Reporting Advisory | Deloitte & Touche LLP

Most finance leaders know artificial intelligence (AI) matters, but many are stuck chasing big, risky transformations that stall or disappoint. Reframe AI success as a series of small, practical wins that deliver measurable value without disrupting core finance operations. Learn how to identify, prioritize, and scale AI “singles” that improve speed, insight, and decision quality. 

Speaker:
Ray Beste, Principal AI Strategist | Sikich LLP

In fast-paced finance environments, conflicts surface around budgets, forecasts, controls, audits, and performance expectations, often when stakes, pressure, and scrutiny are highest. But conflict can also be a driver of stronger decisions and healthier relationships when it’s handled well. Leave with concrete strategies you can apply immediately in the workplace to turn conflict into clarity, alignment, and action. 

Speaker:
Heather Holland, SPHR | The Holland Collective

Discover how to build and interpret short-term cash flow forecasts—particularly 13-week cash projections—to improve visibility, anticipate liquidity risks, and support day-to-day decision making. Use real-world examples to highlight common pitfalls and best practices in forecasting operational cash inflows and outflows and leave with a clearer framework for applying it to your business operations. 

Speakers:
Eric Uquillas, Vice President | Palm Tree LLC
Mark Esshaki, Senior Associate | Palm Tree LLC

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In-person attendees are invited to stay after the conference to connect and interact  over light refreshments. We hope you can join us!