Speakers

Peter Dorrington
Host/Moderator
Executive Leaders Network

As the host and moderator, Peter is responsible for organising and facilitating the discussion, whilst fostering a collaborative environment where everyone's ideas are heard and respected.

Olav Maas
VP of Product Management, AP Automation
Basware

Olav Maas is a senior product leader in the Accounts Payable (AP) Automation space, with over 15 years of experience spanning product management, finance, and enterprise software. He is focused on productizing AI at scale—building the platform capabilities needed to deliver multiple AI agents over time, not just single-use features.

Simo Uusijoki
Offering Lead, Finance Strategy and AI
Deloitte

Simo helps CFOs and finance teams automate processes and gain clearer insights by integrating lean finance workflows with enterprise systems. He identifies the best automation opportunities and applies AI to deliver real-time analytics and predictive insights, helping finance teams work smarter and become stronger strategic partners.

AI That Works: Delivering Measurable ROI in Finance

AI investment is rising rapidly across finance functions, yet many organizations still struggle to convert that investment into measurable value. This session explores how finance teams are achieving tangible results by embedding agentic AI into real workflows, moving beyond experimentation to enterprise-level impact.

Drawing on new global research conducted with FT Longitude, combined with on‑the‑ground transformation experience, we will uncover where AI is delivering the strongest ROI, why some organizations accelerate while others stall, and how leaders are responsibly scaling agentic AI across finance.

Attendees will gain practical insights into the financial metrics CFOs rely on, the workflows that generate the fastest returns, and the operational shifts required to embed AI successfully. Whether your organization is at the pilot stage or already expanding automation, this session will equip you with the clarity and confidence to measure, communicate, and grow the value of AI.

Key Takeaways:

  • Identify where agentic AI delivers the fastest ROI: Understand why accounts payable is the most effective starting point for measurable value in finance.
  • Learn from finance leaders' real‑world experiences: Explore how ROI on AI investments has increased from 35% to 67% and what this means for future adoption.
  • Discover why agentic AI outperforms traditional initiatives: See how embedding task‑oriented AI directly into workflows can deliver returns of up to 80%.
  • Measure AI impact with confidence: Use the KPIs and financial metrics CFOs and boards rely on to assess AI value.
  • See how organizations scale AI responsibly: Learn from practical examples of finance teams expanding AI from early pilots to enterprise‑wide deployment.

Good news: This is a virtual event that can be attended from the comfort of your office/home, eliminating the need to travel. By choosing to attend this virtual event, you are contributing to a more sustainable future while still benefiting from valuable industry insights.