Experience an objective, strategic digital finance perspective

No matter the size or scope, the North American banking and investment services industry is moving away from traditional business methods. In this dynamic environment with numerous decision risks, technology is more crucial than ever. A Gartner survey indicates that industry CEOs have prioritized technology at unprecedented levels.

Program Highlights:

We'll delve into strategic and practical decisions by industry CIOs, from short-term fintech engagements and smarter banking products to long-term investments aligned with key future prosperity drivers.

Connect with finance technology experts and peers

  • Industry Networking
  • Highlights
  • Meet a Gartner Expert
  • 2025 Key Sessions for Banking and Finance
Industry Networking

Join industry interactive sessions

Interactive sessions allow you to engage with a small group of your industry peers - facilitated by Gartner - on specific topics and issues*

Networking activities

From breakfasts and lunches to breaks and evening receptions, Gartner provides plenty of opportunities to organically meet peers and make connections. 

Find your industry peers

Download the Conference Navigator mobile app and opt-in to Attendee Networking. Search for peers by role, org size, industry sector and region. 

*Pre-registration is required. These sessions are available to end users only; space is limited.
Highlights
  • Two one-on-one meetings with a Gartner expert to directly address your key initiatives and challenges, tailored to the expert answers you need
  • Roundtable sessions to connect with peers from leading organizations to discuss relevant topics, inspired by the latest research and hosted by a Gartner expert
  • Peer networking events designed to provide natural conversations away from a screen
  • Access to our IT Xpo including the leading technology solution providers innovating essential business capabilities
Meet a Gartner Expert

Take the opportunity to meet with a Gartner expert who specializes in banking and finance while attending Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo. Each conference ticket includes two one-on-one meetings with a Gartner expert to explore any topic of your choosing.
2025 Key Sessions for BFSI

Hear directly from Gartner experts specializing in finance and connected with peers in your industry through key sessions, including:

  • Banking: Maximize Value of AI in Banking
  • The 7 Forces Impacting Your Organization’s Future: Tapestry 2026
  • Signature Series: Emerging Technology Vision 2026
  • Autonomous Business: What's Next After Digital Business
  • Maverick Research: Artificial General Intelligence — The Definitive Overview Of Hype, Hope, Substance and Noise
  • Ask the Expert: The Top Emerging Technology Trends Affecting Banking
  • The Strategy, Leadership and Culture Nexus — Managing These in Tandem for Better Change And Performance

“I am constantly amazed at the amount of strategic value I get from spending time at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo each year. There’s no question that without it, I would not have an as well-informed agenda.”

Michael Albano
Director, Vanguard