Driving resilience and growth: the 2026 CFO conundrum with Yooz

Event information

This webinar is brought to you in partnership with Yooz.

Resilience and growth: an expert panel explores the 2026 CFO conundrum of how to navigate uncertainty while building agile, future-ready finance teams.

Delve into the evolving role of a Chief Financial Officer steering an organisation through a period marked by economic volatility, shifting market expectations, and rapid technological change. Rather than simply reacting to uncertainty, CFOs are increasingly expected to become strategic architects, balancing financial stewardship with forward‑looking leadership that fuels sustainable growth.

Explore how finance leaders can redesign their operating models, adopt digital tools, and streamline processes to build more agile, data‑driven finance functions. The discussion will highlight actionable strategies for improving forecasting accuracy, strengthening organisational resilience, and enabling faster, more informed decision‑making. The webinar aims to equip CFOs and senior finance professionals with the mindset and methods needed to thrive in an unpredictable economic landscape while positioning their organisations for long‑term success.

Key topics

• Driving business resilience: the uncomfortable truth for CEOs.
• Growth strategies in an uncertain environment: advice for CFOs balancing margin protection and growth.
• E‑invoicing & AP automation: opportunity in 2026, turning e‑invoicing from compliance to strategy.
• Q&A session with our expert speakers.

About the speakers

	James Smalley, Accounting & Outsourcing Partner, Forvis Mazars James supports the finance function of international companies, not for profit and financial services, specialising in the review of the finance function and making sure the best solution is provided either through implementation of new technology or change in processes to ensure the most efficient utilisation of existing resource.
	Chris Ortega, Fractional CFO for SMBs, Fresh FP&A Chris helps small and mid-sized business (SMBs) CEOs, owners, and founders turn financial complexity into financial clarity, cash-flow confidence, and profitable growth.
	Shelsea Adrian, AP Automation Expert, Yooz Shelsea has over 12 years' experience in International Sales and Customer Services, including several years helping global clients to improve their internal processes and gain efficiency in both B2B and B2C sectors. Shelsea is seen as a trusted advisor who helps companies of all sizes implement adapted strategies and reach their full potential.

CPD hours

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Costs

There is no charge to attend this event. ICAEW members and non-members are welcome to join.