All 2026 Finance 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

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

CFO Circle Roundtable: Managing Successful M&A

Rob Habura, Executive Partner, Bus Services, Gartner
This CFO peer-to-peer discussion will be lightly facilitated by a Gartner executive partner who is a former CFO. Join this session to learn how to effectively navigate mergers and acquisitions. ... 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 - 11:45 AM EDT

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

Mallory Bulman, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
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 analyst will facilitate to maintain momentum and ensure everyone has the chance to contribute. ... 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 analyst, 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

12:30 PM - 01:15 PM EDT

CFO Circle Roundtable: AI-Driven Analytics

David Squires, Executive Partner, Bus Services, Gartner
This CFO peer-to-peer discussion will be lightly facilitated by a Gartner Executive Partner who is a former CFO. Join this session to learn how to effectively navigate the impactful role of AI-driven analytics on business performance. ... Show More Show Less

02:30 PM - 03:15 PM EDT

(State/Local) Public Sector Roundtable: Technology Modernization in a Constrained Environment

Marcus Marion, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Join this roundtable to hear how experienced CFOs and Finance leaders have navigated technology modernization during times of fiscal constraint. Discover practical strategies for balancing tight budgets with innovation, driving efficiency and resilience through smart tech investments, and aligning modernization efforts with operational goals. Attendees will engage in open discussion, ask questions, and gain actionable insights for leading their organizations through change and achieving sustainable technology progress in challenging times. ... Show More Show Less

02:30 PM - 03:15 PM EDT

CFO Circle Roundtable: Best Practices With Managing Cybersecurity Risks

Jackie Lyons, VP, Executive Partner, Gartner
Join this CFO peer-to-peer discussion, lightly facilitated by a Gartner executive partner who is a former CFO, on how to effectively navigate cybersecurity risks. Show Less

02:30 PM - 03:15 PM EDT

CFO Circle Roundtable: Tracking and Measuring Technology Investments

Nisha Bhandare, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
As technology becomes key to strategic growth, organizations risk falling behind if their technology investments fail to deliver business results. In this session, learn how CFOs are championing the use of outcome-driven metrics to capture the financial, intangible and innovation impact of technology — enabling smarter technology investment decisions. ... Show More Show Less

04:00 PM - 04:45 PM EDT

(State/Local) Public Sector Roundtable: Navigating Talent Challenges and Culture in Government Finance

Farrah Watson, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
In an era marked by rapid change and workforce challenges, government CFOs and finance leaders must adapt to new realities. This roundtable provides a collaborative space for peers to share experiences and practical strategies for managing budget constraints, leveraging technology, and reimagining financial operations with limited resources. Together, we’ll discuss ways to maintain effectiveness, foster collaboration, and build resilient teams in the face of disruption. Bring your challenges and ideas to connect with fellow leaders and learn from each other’s approaches. ... Show More Show Less

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