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Learn how Microsoft is Customer One when it comes to Modern Finance
Join HSO, Microsoft and Aptitude for an exclusive event designed for CFOs and finance leaders. Discover how AI, automation, and data are reshaping finance—making it smarter, faster, and more strategic.
When
October 28
Time
2:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location
Microsoft office, Schiphol
Language
English
With Aptitude Software's Financial Experts, Microsoft's CFO, and HSO's Technology Experts, we will explore how finance leaders can leverage cutting-edge technology to drive efficiency, resilience, and strategic impact. From AI-powered forecasting to automated compliance, discover how an autonomous finance function unlocks new levels of agility and decision-making power.
Why should you attend?
✔ Learn from industry leaders – Gain insights from Aptitude Software (a global leader in finance digitalization), Microsoft’s senior Finance lead, and HSO’s finance transformation specialists.
✔ See automation in action – Experience live demos showcasing AI-driven finance solutions.
✔ Hear real-world success stories – Hear how leading businesses have redefined finance for the future.
✔ Engage & connect – Join discussions with peers, ask questions, and network with top professionals.
Who should attend?
This event is exclusively for CFOs and senior finance leaders who are shaping the future of finance within their organizations.
Close the quarter with Microsoft, HSO and Aptitude.
Program Agenda
14:30 – 15:00 | Arrival & Welcome
Guests arrive and are welcomed to the event.
15:00 – 15:15 | Introduction of Speakers, Experts & Participants
Get to know the key voices and attendees shaping today’s conversation.
15:15 – 15:45 | Microsoft's Vision on Modern Finance
Microsoft NL's Senior Finance Lead, takes you on Microsoft's journey and vision on Modern Finance. She will show how Microsoft helps their customers with Finance related challenges and how they tackle them in their own team.
15:45 – 16:15 | The Journey to AI-Driven Modern Finance
Guy Orridge and Peter Theunis from Aptitude shares key findings from our 2025 Global CFO Benchmark Survey. Gain valuable insights into where organizations currently stand in their Autonomous Finance journey and how AI is driving progress. The session also includes a brief showcase of a big insurance broker currently in the middle of this transformation.
16:15 – 17:30 | CFO Roundtable: From Idea to Execution
Join an interactive roundtable with fellow CFOs, guided by HSO's Fernando Founar, to explore how to build internal support, craft a compelling business case, and foster an agile mindset. The focus: making AI-driven finance transformation a practical reality.
17:30 - Onwards | Networking Drinks & Catered Dinner
Wrap up the day with relaxed networking over drinks and a fully catered three course dinner.
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