All 2026 Conference Sessions

Gartner Finance Symposium/Xpo 2026 dives deep into key topics for finance leaders around cost optimization, growth, AI and more to help you address your organization’s mission-critical challenges.

2026 Conference Theme

Autonomous Finance: Building Resilient, AI-Driven and Value-Centric Enterprises

CFOs are under pressure to deliver a more autonomous finance function, but that future won’t arrive on its own. This year’s agenda focuses on what it really takes to build that kind of finance organization where insights lead to faster decisions, automation supports more of the close and forecast, and finance teams engage with the business without becoming a bottleneck.

Autonomous finance is not a destination. It is a discipline. And CFOs must lead the way. Explore our sessions below, all developed with this theme in mind. 

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

09:30 AM - 10:15 AM EDT

Gartner Opening Keynote: Finance at the Forefront: Winning When AI Is Changing (and Breaking) Everything

Clement Christensen, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Tamara Shipley, VP Analyst, Gartner
As organizations adapt to AI, many early efforts fall short. Yet, some companies unlock extraordinary value from their AI investments. In this keynote at Gartner’s 2026 Finance Symposium, discover the strategies and mindsets that set such leaders apart. Learn how CFOs become architects of AI-driven transformation, driving innovation, efficiency and competitive advantage in an AI-first enterprise. Join us to explore actionable insights and the pivotal role finance will play in shaping the future of business. ... Show More Show Less

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

CFO Circle Ask the Expert: How CFOs Build Cost-Conscious Cultures That Stick

Vaughan Archer, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Most cost-cutting efforts fail not because of poor strategy, but because of weak culture. In this session, CFOs will learn how to complement cost optimization strategies with a cost-conscious culture that lasts, by leveraging social incentives like peer recognition, internal competition and teaching-focused finance business partnering. ... Show More Show Less

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

Roundtable: Redefining the Future of Accounting Talent

Hilary Richards, VP Analyst, Gartner
Join this peer-to-peer discussion, lightly facilitated by a Gartner expert, on how the role of accountants is evolving. In this session, we will also explore the implications on recruiting and development of accountants in an AI-enabled function. ... Show More Show Less

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

CFO Circle Peer Meetup: AI Use Cases Within Finance

What AI use cases have you implemented within your function? What resources did you need and investments did you make? What results were achieved and lessons learned? Share and learn from your peers. Meetups are networking sessions that allow you to connect with a small group of peers, without Gartner facilitation, in the spirit of solving business problems together. Please make every effort to attend your Meetup as your peers will be looking forward to meeting with you.
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM EDT

CFO Risk Watch: Bridging Awareness and Action on Top Emerging Risks

Janel Everly, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
As emerging risks have increased and intensified, most enterprises today have at best, only moderate operational readiness to respond. This disconnect is largely attributable to fragmented risk management practices, characterized by dispersed ownership and unclear accountability. This session clarifies how CFOs should respond to critical emerging risks requiring action today and the most effective influential actions to close the operational readiness gap. ... Show More Show Less

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

CFO Circle Roundtable: Redefining the CFO-CIO Partnership to Accelerate Digital Value

Marcus Marion, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
CFOs and CIOs share responsibility for how technology drives enterprise performance, yet many still operate in parallel rather than partnership. This roundtable brings finance leaders together to share practical ways to align with CIOs on strategy, funding, and governance that link technology investments to measurable business outcomes. ... Show More Show Less

11:00 AM - 11:20 AM EDT

Market Trends and Magic Quadrant Insights for Financial Close and Consolidation Solutions

Renata Viana, Director Analyst, Gartner
The financial close and consolidation solutions support automation, compliance and collaboration within an organization’s group close, consolidation and reporting processes. CFOs will use this research to assess vendors best suited to support transformation within accounting processes. Join the session to learn more. ... Show More Show Less

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

CFO Circle Roundtable: Share Your Most Successful and Insightful AI Use Case Stories

Join this unique session for the chance to exchange ideas, celebrate successes and discuss lessons learned with fellow attendees around implementing AI use cases in your finance organization. Roundtables offer a valuable opportunity to connect with colleagues at a similar stage in their journey and expand your professional network by guiding the conversation in the direction that is most beneficial for you. A Gartner expert will facilitate to maintain momentum and ensure everyone has the chance to contribute. ... Show More Show Less

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM EDT

The Future of ERP: What CFOs Must Know to Build a Future-Proof Strategy

Johan Jartelius, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
ERP transformation is accelerating, but without a clear strategy, finance leaders risk funding tech that doesn’t deliver. This session highlights what CFOs must understand to ensure their ERP strategy is future-proof and aligned with business outcomes.
Explore key trends, AI readiness, and the principles needed to guide smarter, value-driven ERP decisions.
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