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Tamara Shipley
VP Analyst
Gartner
Speaker Topics
- ERP Finance
- Enterprise AI
- Change Management
- Financial Planning
- Accounting and Transactional Processes and Technologies
- Board, Investor and Stakeholder Comms
- AI in Finance
- Leadership Effectiveness
Speaker Bio
Tamara Shipley is an analyst in Gartner's Finance practice focusing on finance process excellence & automation and technology-driven process improvement, particularly in the invoice to cash and procure to pay space. She leads Gartner's market research for invoice to cash / accounts receivable applications. Tamara brings extensive knowledge of end-to-end processing, global process ownership models, process improvement, process governance, shared services and business process outsourcing service delivery models to the role.
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Sessions
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.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM EDT
Roundtable: Getting Strategic in P2P and O2C Technology-Driven Improvement
Tamara Shipley,
VP Analyst, Gartner
Discover strategies for technology-driven improvement in P2P and O2C processes that span multiple functions, including upstream procurement and sales. Learn from peers on what’s worked to prioritize high-impact projects and how to harness AI and automation to drive efficiency and insights. Leave equipped with new tactics and peer-tested solutions for advancing your organization’s P2P and O2C.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM EDT
Who Owns What? Navigating Process and Product Ownership in Finance
Tamara Shipley,
VP Analyst, Gartner
Finance needs specific roles to advance its digital initiatives and improve processes. Join this session where we'll demystify the differences between process ownership and product ownership, helping you decide when, why and if global process owners and product owners are needed. Learn how to build accountability for technology-driven process improvement and how to foster effective collaboration and synergy between roles to maximize results.
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Friday, May 29, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM EDT
Ask the Expert: Evaluating and Adopting AI in Accounts Receivable
Tamara Shipley,
VP Analyst, Gartner
Join our expert-led Q&A to get answers on adopting AI in accounts receivable. Learn where to start — credit, collections, cash application or disputes — and how to assess value and prioritize initiatives. Gain clarity on high-impact use cases, building a business case and preparing teams. Leave with practical insights and next steps to confidently advance your AI journey.
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