Future of Finance 2022 | Ramp | 1 May 2022 | Eden Roc Miami Beach, 4525 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140, USA

Why this event?
The fastest-growing companies of this generation have unlocked the secret (and the power) of becoming finance-led. Their leaders are challenging the traditional ways of running a business and they’re rearchitecting their finance organizations to be growth drivers, not cost centers. Because these leaders know the future of finance belongs to the bold, the provocative, and the clever.

An event designed to spark conversation and celebrate the challengers, this conference will be a transformative 3 days for finance teams and business leaders alike. We promise you’ll leave with strategic insights and tactics that will fundamentally change the way you run your business, build your teams, and challenge the world around you.

What is this event?
Ramp is bringing together leaders from some of the world’s best companies for the first annual Future of Finance conference. At this unique event you will hear the brightest and boldest voices in business share their views on the future of finance and finance operations. Join us!

Who should attend?
Finance leaders and their teams.

Sessions:
• Finance in 2022
Setting the scene: What’s top of mind for CFOs and finance leaders in 2022 - our hand-picked panel give their views.

• Going Global
How do you know when it's time for international expansion and what are the common pitfalls you should avoid?What countries tie you up in red tape and who rolls out the red carpet? We're gathering some experienced travelers to the pitfalls and mistakes so you don't have to make them.

• Fintech 2.0
Fintech’s on fire and a whole new wave of digitally native financial services are about to hit. We’ll help you navigate the hype to see what’s really going to impact your business.

• The Secrets Vendors Don't Want You to Hear
Ramp’s head of savings, Kimia Hamidi, shares his insights from negotiating thousands of big ticket contracts.

• The Great Crypto Debate
Should you be investing in crypto or has the ship sailed? What are the implications of crypto for finance teams? Is DeFi ready for prime time? Get answers to these and much more.

• Fraud: What Should You Really Be Worried About?
What are the threats, both internal and external, that finance teams are facing in 2022? We will share experiences with with dark web scraping, phone and ID verification, and dealing with Russian hackers, amongst others.

• Why Are Supply Chains Still Broken?
Why have you got so much capital tied up on products that still haven't been delivered? With the global supply chain taking so long to heal, how can you mitigate the impacts on your business?

• The New Space Race
Is space the new horizon for private investment? Or is it just a sure fire way to lose your money?

• Future of Finance Salons
It’s your turn to take the mic as our FoF Salons provide a platform for open discussion and debate with your peers, in a forum led by subject matter experts. Come ready to share (and hear) best practices, lessons learned and alternative viewpoints. Topics for discussion at the Day 1 interactive sessions include liquidity management, audits and T&E post-pandemic.

• The New CFO Mandate
We know the role is changing, but what’s actually keeping your peers awake at night? It’s probably not what you think.

• Board Members: Friend or Foe?
The healthiest businesses have built board relationships based on partnerships. Hear from high profile board members on how you should be making the most of their time, how you get alignment between investors and operators and what to do it a board member isn’t adding value.

• Path to Public…Or Not?
What is the market really looking for? Is IPO the only show in town or are direct listings and SPACs still a viable option? Should you stay private longer and look for alternative sources of capital?

• What They Don't Tell You Before You Go On The Road
A tell-all fireside with a CFO who has led one of the most successful listings of the last year

• The REAL future of work
Sick of hearing that hybrid is the future of work? So are we. Our panel will answer your practical concerns - everything from how much real estate you should lease to managing the return to the office.

• Ramp’s Take On The Future of Finance
The team behind Ramp share their philosophy on the future of finance and how they're building the platform that will enable you to benefit from the innovations coming down the track.

• The Definitive Guide to FinOps
The new paradigm of FinOps and automation promises that finance can finally become a strategic partner and growth driver for the rest of the business. So how can you take advantage?

• Winning The War For Talent
It's never been harder to evaluate and attract top finance talent. How can you gain the edge?

• Bear Down- Survival Guide for a Changing Market
The signs are everywhere- the market is taking a turn. What do you need to do to ensure your business is ready to weather the storm?

2022 Speakers

Keith Rabois
GP, Founders Fund

Nimi Katragadda
Partner, BoxGroup

Terry Angelos
SVP Fintech, Visa

Edwine Alphonse
Controller, Ramp

Packy McCormick
Founder, Not Boring

Aron Sussman
CFO, Ro

Jerry Raphael
CFO, Axonius

Ivan Makarov
VP of Finance, Webflow

Rachel Mayer
VP of Product, Circle

Karen Quint
Partner, CFO and Board Practice Spencer Stuart

Philippe Bouaziz
CFO, Deel

Nick Pomponi
Co-Head of Global Software Investment Banking, Goldman Sachs

Jack Anstey
SVP, Software Investment Banking, Goldman Sachs

Eric Glyman
CEO, Ramp

Logan Bartlett
Managing Director, Redpoint Ventures

2022 Sponsors

• VISA