This Masterclass is part of the Global CFO Academy and is delivered in collaboration with Bayes Business School, London.
This masterclass equips CFOs to lead complex M&A activity in a technology-driven landscape shaped by AI, advanced analytics and accelerated deal cycles. As competition for assets intensifies and due diligence becomes increasingly data-rich, CFOs must combine financial discipline with digital fluency to assess value, manage risk and drive integration success. The session explores how AI is reshaping deal sourcing, valuation, diligence and post-merger integration, and how finance leaders can use intelligent tools to enhance decision quality and execution speed. Topics include:
• The CFO’s strategic role in AI-enabled M&A
• Using advanced analytics to enhance valuation and due diligence
• Identifying technology, data and capability synergies
• Assessing digital assets, intellectual property and innovation pipelines
• Managing integration risk and realising post-deal value
• Leveraging scenario modelling and predictive insights in deal strategy
This is for Global CFO Academy Delegates only, to find out more or become involved please contact Sandy Markwick (sandy.markwick@winmarkglobal.com)
SPEAKERS
Scott Moeller, Professor in the Practice of Finance, Founder of M&A Research Centre, Bayes Business School
This Masterclass is part of the Global GC Academy and is delivered in collaboration with The Dickson Poon School of Law, King’s College London.
This masterclass provides General Counsel with the tools, insights and frameworks to proactively manage legal risk and respond confidently to disputes and crises. With rising regulatory complexity and reputational stakes, GCs must lead on risk awareness, compliance and organisational resilience. The session covers how to assess and mitigate legal, regulatory and commercial risks, embed a risk-conscious culture, and prepare for crisis scenarios. Practical strategies will be shared for managing litigation, optimising external spend, and implementing an effective crisis response.
Topics include:
• Staying ahead of legal and regulatory developments
• Embedding risk awareness across the organisation
• Avoiding and managing litigation effectively
• Crisis planning and the Prepare / Respond / Recover framework
• Legal’s leadership role in business continuity
• Leveraging legal tech and external partners in risk mitigation
This is for Global GC Academy Delegates only, to find out more or become involved please contact Ben Palmer (ben.palmer@winmarkglobal.com)
SPEAKERS
Harry Borovick, General Counsel & AI Governance Officer, Luminance Technologies | Mark Cockerill, SVP, Legal – Corporate, M&A and International Development, ServiceNow Inc.
This Masterclass is part of the Global CFO Academy and is delivered in collaboration with Bayes Business School, London.
This masterclass examines the CFO’s role in engaging investors, navigating financial markets, and interpreting macroeconomic forces that shape enterprise performance. In a volatile capital environment, CFOs must understand market expectations, capital allocation dynamics, and economic signals, translating them into clear financial strategy and credible stakeholder communication. The session explores how finance leaders position their organisations effectively in the capital markets while strengthening investor confidence and board-level insight. Topics include:
• Engaging institutional investors and managing market expectations
• Capital structure, funding strategy and market positioning
• Interpreting macroeconomic trends and financial market signals
• Communicating performance, outlook and risk with credibility
• Supporting board oversight of market-facing strategy
• Aligning financial strategy with shareholder value creation
Designed for CFOs seeking to deepen their capital markets expertise and strengthen strategic influence with investors and boards.
This Masterclass is part of the Global CFO Academy and is delivered in collaboration with Bayes Business School, London.
SPEAKERS
Junli Zhao, Lectuer, Bayes Business School | Manju Malhotra, NED & Former CFO, Smith News plc
This Masterclass is part of the Global CFO Academy and is delivered in collaboration with Bayes Business School, London
Attracting, retaining, and growing top finance talent is critical in an era of skills shortages, evolving expectations, and transformation fatigue. This masterclass equips CFOs with strategies to build resilient, high-performing teams through a blend of talent analytics, culture development, and adaptive leadership. You’ll learn how to compete in a high-demand market, nurture key capabilities, and create attractive and diverse career paths.
Topics include:
• Finance workforce trends and strategic hiring
• Closing skills gaps and hiring for adaptability
• Motivating teams in flat or matrix structures
• Raising the finance function’s profile as an employer of choice
• Leveraging L&D, coaching, and cross-skilling
• Building a culture of accountability, agility, and inclusion
This is for Global CFO Academy Delegates only, to find out more or become involved please contact Sandy Markwick (sandy.markwick@winmarkglobal.com)
Value at Velocity: What Can We Learn from Private Equity?
Today’s most successful Private Equity firms are experts at building better businesses faster. HBR finds that PE-owned companies outperform peers in terms of financial returns and transformative operational improvements. The contrast is most starkly seen in the average 8-12% productivity gains companies bought by PE firms achieve in their first two years vs 2-4% for public companies.
SPEAKERS
Tim Pointer, Operating Partner – Human Capital, Three Hills
Discover what sets exceptional boards apart in this highly engaging session led by Patrick Dunne OBE, experienced Chair and author of the award-winning book Boards.
Ideal for board members and executives seeking to elevate their board practice and navigate today’s governance challenges.
Don’t miss this opportunity – reserve your place today!
From Exit to Onboarding: Leveraging the CHRO Role in CEO Transitions
A CEO transition is one of the most defining moments in an organisation’s life. When Darlington Building Society welcomed a new CEO after almost a decade of stable leadership, Chief People Officer Helen Easton found herself navigating a rare opportunity: shaping a relationship before day one.
SPEAKERS
Helen Easton, Chief People Officer, Darlington Building Society
In an era defined by disruption and continuous transformation, the ability to lead change and build organisational agility has become a defining leadership capability. This dynamic session — led by Perry Timms, CIPD Chartered Member and HR’s Most Influential Thinker of 2022 — explores how leaders can foster adaptability, resilience, and alignment in fast-changing environments.
TRAINERS
Perry Timms, Founder and Chief Energy Officer, People & Transformational HR Ltd
