The Future of Finance Leadership: Powered by AI, Led by People

The world of finance is evolving faster than ever. Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a tool for automating processes, it transforms how decisions are made, how leaders influence outcomes, and how organizations create value. At the same time, human judgment, leadership, and strategic thinking remain more critical than ever.

This exclusive Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria event brings together senior finance leaders and executives for an afternoon of thought leadership, discussion, and networking. It is designed for professionals seeking to understand the future of finance, stay ahead of emerging trends, and connect with peers shaping the industry.

Keynote Speakers:

Tony McMurray FCMA, CGMA, Cluster CFO at Ingram Micro, will deliver the keynote address, introducing the concept of the Chief Future Officer and demonstrating how finance leaders can move from reporting the past to shaping the future. He will emphasize the importance of storytelling, effective communication, and framing decisions, as well as building finance teams capable of influencing strategic outcomes.

Jeremy Osborn FCMA, CGMA, Global Head of Sustainability at The Association, will share insights on how AI is transforming finance leadership. He will guide attendees on balancing human judgment with machine intelligence and outline the competencies required to lead responsibly in an AI-driven world.

Following the keynotes, an interactive panel discussion moderated by Jeremy Osborn will feature regional finance leaders and industry practitioners. The panel will explore real-world finance strategies, leadership in dynamic environments, and AI-driven decision-making.

Why Attend

• Gain exclusive insights from global finance leaders on the future of leadership, AI, and strategic decision-making.
• Learn how to apply emerging trends in finance to your organization.
• Take away practical guidance and thought leadership that can be implemented immediately.
• Network with senior finance professionals and expand your professional connections.

Agenda:

• 15:30-16:00 Registration and networking
• 16:00-16:05 Welcome and Introduction: Piotr Glowacki, Senior Manager, Strategic Partnership CEE, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
• 16:05-16:15 Welcome and Introduction: Ivan Mihaylov, CEO, American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria
• 16:15-16:25 Keynote speech: From CFO to Chief Future Officer: How storytelling and the mountain mindset turns numbers into decisions; Tony McMurray FCMA, CGMA, Cluster CFO, Ingram Micro
• 16:25-16:45 Keynote speech: Finance Leadership in an AI-Enabled Enterprise; Dr Jeremy Osborn FCMA, CGMA, Global Head of Sustainability, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
• 16:45-17:15 Coffee Break
• 17:15-18:15 Panel discussion and Q&A
  Moderator: Dr Jeremy Osborn FCMA, CGMA
  Panelists:
  Mladen Markoski, Executive Director & Senior Director Finance, А1 Bulgaria
  Iliya Kardashliev, Financial Director, SOF Connect
  Tony McMurray FCMA, CGMA, Cluster CFO, Ingram Micro
  Teodor Marinov, CFO, UBB
• 18:15-19:30 Cocktail and Networking

This event is an opportunity to understand how finance leadership is evolving, gain actionable insights from top industry experts, and engage with peers who are shaping the future of business.

Register today!

Location

Hilton Sofia, 1 Bulgaria Blvd., Sofia, 1421, Bulgaria

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Speakers

Tony McMurray FCMA, CGMA
Tony is a senior finance leader at Ingram Micro with over 30 years of international experience across the UK, Europe, and Bulgaria. Tony is a Fellow of the CIMA Institute and a certified Six Sigma Black Belt. In his current role, Cluster CFO, he is accountable for all aspects of strategic financial management and operational excellence across a number of countries in the EMEA region.

Beyond his corporate career, Tony is actively involved in youth development and civic leadership. He serves as a board member of both AmCham Bulgaria and the BEST Foundation (Bulgarian English Speech & Debate Tournaments Foundation), and as Chair of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bulgaria, supporting education, public speaking, and fundraising initiatives.

Dr. Jeremy Osborn FCMA, CGMA, FCPA (Aust.)
Jeremy is an accounting iconoclast with deep experience of how sustainability catalyses systems change. Jeremy is AICPA & CIMA’s Global Head of Sustainability, supporting the accountancy profession through the Association’s members, candidates and registrants in 188 countries and territories to embed sustainability into their organizations and then measure and communicate the value this is creating for their investors and other stakeholders.

He was honoured to be named by Accounting Today as one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting in November 2022.