In an era where the role of the CFO is more dynamic and critical than ever, this symposium is your gateway to mastering the future of financial leadership. As CFOs, you are at the epicentre of a rapidly evolving financial landscape, where ambiguity and high stakes are the new norms. This event is crafted to empower you with the tools and insights needed to thrive amidst these challenges.

Malaysia, alongside the global community, faces a whirlwind of complexities—unpredictable economic shifts, fluctuating trade and investment patterns, and the pressing need to address climate change. As we strive to embed sustainability into our financial practices, the path forward is both challenging and exhilarating.

Dive into cutting-edge strategies for managing geopolitical tensions and adapting to supply chain disruptions. Discover how to harness technology not just to navigate risks, but to seize opportunities and drive profit. Engage with experts on the latest trends in ESG reporting and compliance, with a special focus on Southeast Asia’s evolving sustainability landscape.

Experience firsthand how Artificial Intelligence can revolutionise financial planning, how to advance cybersecurity measures in the wake of recent breaches, and the latest innovations in combating financial fraud. We’ll also spotlight the evolving role of CFOs as catalysts for organisational change and the crucial role of diversity in shaping vibrant corporate cultures.

From aligning with the aspirations of Gen Z workers to developing robust succession plans and retaining top talent, this symposium equips you with actionable insights to lead confidently and effectively. Join us to transform challenges into opportunities and redefine the future of financial leadership.

Discussion Points

01 Geopolitical tensions and strategies for adapting to supply chain disruptions;

the role of technology in maximising profits and reducing risks.

02 Barriers to robust ESG reporting and compliance;

internal awareness and the need for effective sustainability frameworks in Southeast Asia.

03 Implications of the digital economy’s growth for CFOs;

strategies for digitising and automating to drive business growth.

04 Fintech’s impact on Southeast Asia’s financial landscape;

key regulatory challenges and opportunities.

05 Benefits and risks of Digital Innovations like Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in Southeast Asia;

effective implementation and management of digital currencies.

06 Malaysia’s e-invoicing initiative;

adapting to evolving legal and regulatory frameworks and technology solutions for accounting systems.

07 Enhancing financial planning and analysis with Artificial Intelligence;

deriving predictive capabilities.

08 Addressing recent IT outages and data breaches;

advancing cybersecurity strategies and the role of CFOs.

09 Measures to prevent financial fraud and maintain trust;

leveraging technology for improved fraud detection and prevention.

10 The evolving role of the CFO in driving transformational leadership and organisational change.

11 The importance of diversity in driving transformation and shaping corporate culture.

12 Collaboration between CFOs and other C-suite executives for corporate culture and organisational growth.

13 Adapting traditional work culture to align with Gen Z expectations;

policies and initiatives for youth employment and integration.

14 Strategies for retaining talent and developing succession plans within finance teams.

Chief Financial Officers, Financial Controllers, Heads of Finance, SVPs/VPs Finance, Finance Directors, General Managers Finance, Senior Finance Managers & Finance Managers, that are involved in the following:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
Costing & Budgeting
Treasury Operations
Project Financing
Financial & Management Accounting
Merger & Acquisition (M&A)
Investment / Portfolio Management
Auditing & Internal Control
Tax Governance
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Statutory & Regulatory Reporting
Fiscal Policy Planning
Financial Technology Solutions
Digital & Finance Transformation

Panel Discussion 1
Topic: CFOs' Insights 2025 : Navigating Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Downturn to Mitigate Business Risks and Supply Chain Disruptions

This panel will address the pressing challenges CFOs face in an increasingly complex global landscape. This session will provide actionable strategies for managing and mitigating risks associated with economic slowdowns and geopolitical tensions. Expert speakers will share their insights on maintaining financial stability, optimising resources, and ensuring business continuity amid uncertainty. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on navigating external threats, leveraging risk management frameworks, and making resilient financial decisions to safeguard their organisations in 2025 and beyond.

Panel Speakers:
1. Diana Cheang, Regional Chief Financial Officer, Fosroc
2. Paul Puspanathan, Director Supply Chain Global Finance Operations, Baker Hughes

3. Ramanathan Thiagarajan, Chief Financial Officer, Airasia MOVE

Moderator:
Junaidy Ab-Mutalib, Managing Partner, JM & Co, Member of ICAEW Ethics Standards Committee

Technology Presentation 1

Topic: Modern Financial Planning & Consolidation to Navigate Uncertainties Ahead

In today’s world of rising geopolitical tension, business owners are grappling with multiple sources of disruptions on the horizon. Financial leaders play a vital role through proactive and efficient consolidation, business planning, budgeting, and forecasting. They provide data-driven analysis and make timely recommendations on how potential changes (positive or negative) may impact cash flow, profit & loss statements, and other key financial metrics while helping the leadership make informed decisions. To navigate these challenges, forward-looking companies leverage efficient consolidation and modern, continuous financial planning that go beyond traditional spreadsheets and legacy tools, allowing the Finance Team to play a strategic and relevant role to the business stakeholders. Find out how you can leverage modern financial planning and consolidation for your team.

Speaker: Linh Chu, Value Manager, Workday

Technology Presentation 2
Topic: Transforming Businesses Globally - The Power of Intelligent Finance Automation

Insights into the transformative outcomes of Accounts Payable Invoice Automation (APIA) as experienced by four diverse and successful global enterprises.

CFO's can lead the revolutionary outcomes of intelligent finance automation to propel organizations into a new era of efficiency and innovation on a global level. Creating a modern way of working, boost productivity using the newest AI innovations and tackling the numerous e-invoicing challenges.

Attendees will discover how Finance teams seeking to strive to meet today's dynamic business demands using latest cloud platforms and AI enhanced technologies to revolutionize
everyday processes.

Speaker: Tony Cheung, Global Vice President Enterprise Accounts & Strategic Alliances, xSuite

Executive Presentation I
Topic: Effective ESG Reporting and Compliance in Today’s Sustainability Landscape

As stakeholders demand greater transparency, this presentation highlights best practices in ESG reporting, compliance with evolving regulations, and the integration of sustainability into core business strategies. It aims to equip finance leaders with insights to enhance their organisation’s ESG performance while navigating the complexities of today's sustainability landscape.

Speaker: John Teoh, Chief Sustainability Officer, GDEX Berhad

Panel Discussion 2

Topic: Harnessing Digital Strategies for FP&A to Propel Business Growth

The panel discussion will explore how digital transformation is reshaping Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and enabling businesses to drive growth. Industry experts will discuss the latest technologies, including automation, data analytics, and AI, that are revolutionizing FP&A processes. The session will focus on how these digital tools provide real-time insights, improve forecasting accuracy, and enable more strategic decision-making, ultimately empowering companies to remain competitive and achieve sustainable growth in an increasingly complex financial landscape.

Panel Speakers:
1. Nor Adni Ismail, Chief Financial Officer / VP Finance & Business Ventures, Multimedia University (MMU), Education Arm of Telekom Malaysia Berhad

2. Suraya Mahmud, Head of Group Reporting & Corporate Planning, Malaysian Airlines

3. Daphne Looi, Regional Sales Director, Workday

Moderator:

Bonnie Lee, Director in the Strategy, Risk & Transactions, Deloitte Malaysia

Technology Presentation 4

Topic: Empowering your organization with Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Automation

Gartner, McKinsey and many other analysts predict that Artificial Intelligence (AI), including Generative AI, is one of the top investment areas for companies seeking a competitive advantage in 2024 and beyond. The AI revolution is impacting all businesses and organizations, and we cannot afford to ignore the opportunity to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and increase user satisfaction.
• How to make sense of the AI landscape and identify where to start
• Leveraging AI and Intelligent Automation to increase business process efficiency
• Improving performance visibility and drive continual process improvement with analytics

Speaker: Alex Chow, Senior Strategic Advisor, Tungsten Automation

Panel Discussion 4

Topic: Breaking Barriers - How Female CFOs/Finance Leaders are Driving Transformation, Diversity and Shaping Corporate Culture

This panel will explore the pivotal role female CFOs play in leading organisational change and fostering inclusive corporate environments. This panel discussion will feature inspiring stories of overcoming challenges, insights into driving financial and digital transformations, and strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion. Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on how female CFOs influence corporate culture through innovative leadership and mentorship, paving the way for future generations of women in finance.

Panel Speakers:
1. Phoebe Toh, Chief Financial Officer, Knight Frank Malaysia
2. Azleen Waris, Group Financial Controller, EDOTCO Group

3. Jessica Tan, Chief Financial Officer, Malaysia, Safran Landing Systems

Moderator:
Joyce Loh, Group Chief Financial Officer, Kliqxe Group

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The DigitalCFO Asia Symposium Series is free to attend for individuals who are currently holding CFOs or senior accounting & finance role in their companies, subject to availability. DigitalNow Asia reserves the final rights to approve or reject any registration should there be any discrepancies between both parties.

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Please bring along the confirmation email and your business cards for registration and networking purposes.

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Yes. You can purchase a networking pass here to attend the event, subject to availability and approval from the event organiser.

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Kuala Lumpur | 10 October 2024 | 9AM - 5PM

3rd DIGITALCFO ASIA MALAYSIA SYMPOSIUM 2024

EVENT SYNOPSIS

01 Geopolitical tensions and strategies for adapting to supply chain disruptions;

the role of technology in maximising profits and reducing risks.

02 Barriers to robust ESG reporting and compliance;

internal awareness and the need for effective sustainability frameworks in Southeast Asia.

03 Implications of the digital economy’s growth for CFOs;

strategies for digitising and automating to drive business growth.

04 Fintech’s impact on Southeast Asia’s financial landscape;

key regulatory challenges and opportunities.

05 Benefits and risks of Digital Innovations like Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in Southeast Asia;

effective implementation and management of digital currencies.

06 Malaysia’s e-invoicing initiative;

adapting to evolving legal and regulatory frameworks and technology solutions for accounting systems.

07 Enhancing financial planning and analysis with Artificial Intelligence;

deriving predictive capabilities.

08 Addressing recent IT outages and data breaches;

advancing cybersecurity strategies and the role of CFOs.

09 Measures to prevent financial fraud and maintain trust;

leveraging technology for improved fraud detection and prevention.

10 The evolving role of the CFO in driving transformational leadership and organisational change.

11 The importance of diversity in driving transformation and shaping corporate culture.

12 Collaboration between CFOs and other C-suite executives for corporate culture and organisational growth.

13 Adapting traditional work culture to align with Gen Z expectations;

policies and initiatives for youth employment and integration.

14 Strategies for retaining talent and developing succession plans within finance teams.

AgendaThe Redefined CFO:

Navigating the Future: AI, Innovation and Sustainability

8:30 AM

Registration & Welcome Drinks

9:00 AM

Opening Remarks by DigitalCFO AsiaSpeaker: Ryan Kwa, Group Publisher, DigitalCFO Asia

9:15 AM

Morning Keynote PresentationTopic: The Evolving Role of the CFO - Leading Transformational Leadership and Organisational ChangeSpeaker: Ramanathan Thiagarajan, Chief Financial Officer, Airasia MOVE

9:35 AM

10:15 AM

Technology Presentation 1

Topic: Modern Financial Planning & Consolidation to Navigate Uncertainties Ahead

10:35 AM

AM Coffee Break & Networking

10:55 AM

Technology Presentation 2Topic: Transforming Businesses Globally - The Power of Intelligent Finance Automation

11:15 AM

Executive Presentation ITopic: Effective ESG Reporting and Compliance in Today’s Sustainability Landscape

11:35 AM

Technology Presentation 3

Topic: e-Invoicing Insights: Key Takeaways for CFOs from Malaysia’s Phase 1 Rollout

11:55 AM

Panel Discussion 2

12:30 PM

Networking Lunch

e-Invoicing Live Demo by Pagero

1:30 PM

Afternoon Keynote PresentationTopic: The CFO Revolution: Leading with Strategic Agility and Sustainability

1:50 PM

2:10 PM

Panel Discussion 3Topic: Adapting Work Culture for Gen Z and Aligning Finance Talents’ Expectations with Corporate GoalsPanel Speakers:1. Rachel Hong, Head of Finance, Supply Chain, HR & IT, Jollibee Malaysia2. Adrine Ong, Finance Director, Classic Fine Foods Malaysia

2:45 PM

PM Coffee Break & Networking

3:00 PM

Panel Discussion 4

3:40 PM

Panel Discussion 5Topic: Future Trends - Leveraging AI & other Digital Innovations for Strategic Growth and Transformation Across the Board

4:20 PM

Lucky Draw / Closing Remarks

4:30 PM

End of Symposium

Meet our Speakers.

Diana Cheang

Paul Puspanathan

Phoebe Toh

Chief Financial OfficerKnight Frank Malaysia

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3rd DIGITALCFO ASIA
MALAYSIA SYMPOSIUM 2024

Agenda

The Redefined CFO:

Opening Remarks by DigitalCFO Asia
Speaker: Ryan Kwa, Group Publisher, DigitalCFO Asia

Morning Keynote Presentation
Topic: The Evolving Role of the CFO - Leading Transformational Leadership and Organisational Change

Speaker: Ramanathan Thiagarajan, Chief Financial Officer, Airasia MOVE

Technology Presentation 2
Topic: Transforming Businesses Globally - The Power of Intelligent Finance Automation

Executive Presentation I
Topic: Effective ESG Reporting and Compliance in Today’s Sustainability Landscape

Afternoon Keynote Presentation
Topic: The CFO Revolution: Leading with Strategic Agility and Sustainability

Panel Discussion 3
Topic: Adapting Work Culture for Gen Z and Aligning Finance Talents’ Expectations with Corporate Goals

Panel Speakers:
1. Rachel Hong, Head of Finance, Supply Chain, HR & IT, Jollibee Malaysia
2. Adrine Ong, Finance Director, Classic Fine Foods Malaysia

Panel Discussion 5
Topic: Future Trends - Leveraging AI & other Digital Innovations for Strategic Growth and Transformation Across the Board

Chief Financial Officer
Knight Frank Malaysia