Finance Breakfast for CFOs

Description

CFO Breakfast by Spendesk AI, control, and the new role of the CFO The financial function is changing. Artificial intelligence is already beginning to transform processes, teams, and decision-making approaches. However, between the hype and the reality, there are still many open questions: On September 15th at 9:15 AM, Spendesk and Aticco will gather a small group of CFOs, Finance Directors, and Heads of Finance at the Barcelona Finance Hub to discuss these issues openly, practically, and without commercial speeches. It will not be a conference nor a succession of presentations. It will be a conversation among peers. In a private and participatory format, attendees will share experiences, real challenges, and learnings about how artificial intelligence is transforming the financial function and the role of the CFO within the company. What will we talk about? AI in finance: from hype to reality We will compare the maturity level of the companies present in the room: what tools are being tested, what use cases are adding value, and what still remains more promise than reality. We will also discuss the main blockers: technology, internal adoption, data quality, regulation, and cultural resistance. Control vs. agility How can Finance offer more autonomy to teams without losing visibility over spending and risk? We will explore one of the major dilemmas of the modern CFO: finding the balance between financial control and business speed, and understanding whether automation and AI are helping to resolve it or adding new layers of complexity. The new role of the CFO As tasks such as reporting, reconciliations, or expense control become automated, the CFO has the opportunity to dedicate more time to strategy, decision-making, and business growth. But are organizations really prepared for this change? What does the CEO expect from their CFO today? And what needs to change within the finance teams themselves? What will you take away? A real conversation with other financial directors facing similar challenges. Practical insights on the application of AI in finance. Actionable ideas to improve processes, teams, and decision-making. New connections with professionals from the financial ecosystem in Barcelona. A different format The meeting will be held in a U-shaped table to encourage participation from all attendees. Each block will start with a triggering question, but the conversation will be open and organic. No idealized success stories, no commercial pitches, and no passive audience. Spendesk will open the session with a brief reflection on the evolution of financial departments and facilitate the debate. The rest of the conversation will be in the hands of the attendees. Practical information Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Time: 9:15 AM to 11:15 AM Location: Barcelona Finance Hub by Aticco Format: Private executive breakfast Profile: CFOs, Finance Directors, and Heads of Finance Capacity: approximately 15 attendees Participation is subject to approval to ensure a relevant, diverse group with shared challenges. Request your spot and join the conversation.