FutureCFO Conference 2020: Manila

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

As per the latest updates from the Philippines’ government (12th Mar 2020), the country has now raised the Code Alert System to Red Sublevel 2 that bans travel to and from Metro Manila, as well as prohibits mass gatherings such as events to minimize the spread of CoVid-19.

In view of these recent developments, the CXOCIETY team, organizer of the FutureCFO Conference series, is postponing our upcoming FutureCFO Conference Philippines in Manila originally scheduled to be held on 29 April 2020 to a later date till further notice.

In the meantime, CXOCIETY will continue monitoring the outbreak situation in Philippines closely and provide updates again on the new event date once that is firmed up and once official clearance has been given by the government.

Stay tuned to our website for updates. Thank you everyone for all your support during this period!

WELCOME NOTE

The Philippines is dubbed as one of the most dynamic economies in the East Asia region. Despite the rising global uncertainties, the World Bank projected the Philippines’ growth to remain strong at 6.1% for 2020.

A further good news is that the current administration’s economic team has recently announced that the new tax reforms programme, that includes the reduction of corporate income tax and the number of capital income tax rate, will take place in 2020.

However, this rosy outlook aside, recent events that saw disputes between major utility companies and the Philippine government have caused overseas investors to pull out $173 million in December last year. As a result, the country‟s benchmark index fell as it welcomed the New Year. Analysts believe that this fallout, should the worst occur, will negatively affect overall investor sentiments and the real economy. There is also concern that current saga will be a precedent for other businesses in the Philippines, especially those which are heavily regulated, and dampen FDIs as investors are taking conservative positions more than usual now.

Amidst uncertain geopolitical conditions and high regulatory risks in the country as well as constantly evolving technologies and the current Co-VID 19 outbreak, how should CFOs, who also act as their company‟s strategic business partner and catalyst, ensure corporate growth and successfully mitigate risks and challenges in 2020? How can CFOs reimagine finance functions and their organizations to survive and thrive in today‟s fast-paced and digitally driven landscape?

FutureCFO Conference Manila will address many of the latest macroeconomic and regulatory changes updates. The by invitation only conference will also cover cutting-edge technologies that CFOs need to keep abreast and practical strategies in creating value and driving successful finance transformation in the Philippines. This event will gather over 120 senior finance professionals from multiple industries in the Philippines for a day of insightful presentations, real business case studies, best practices and incisive panel discussions to answer some of the most pertinent questions and challenges facing the finance function in the country this year.

We look forward to having you at this exciting event!

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

The FutureCFO Conference aims to give CFOs, who also act as their company’s strategic business partner and catalyst, insights on ensuring corporate growth and successfully mitigating risks and challenges amidst the current economic and political uncertainties in their countries. The conference will also address strategies and best practices on how CFOs can reimagine finance functions and their organizations to survive and thrive in today’s fast-paced and digitally driven landscape.

This by-invitation only one-day event will gather over 120 senior finance leaders from multiple industries and offers the best opportunity to hear from the industry’s leading professionals, contribute questions from the floor, engage in incisive panel discussions that discuss real-life business cases, updates and strategies to meet the most pertinent challenges facing the finance function in 2020.

High-Level Industry Speakers

We gather 20+ industry speakers and experts from leading organizations for keynote presentations and incisive discussions so you can tap on their invaluable insights and best practices important to your finance function management and transformation.

Interactive Discussions

Be part of our interactive panel discussions that address the current hot topics, share ideas and experiences and get the answers to your pressing questions from prominent finance leaders on stage.

Networking Opportunities

Meet new business partners, engage and forge new connections with fellow finance and treasury leaders in the region, solution providers and many more at our event through luncheons, coffee breaks, one-to-one meetings and informal introductions.

Targeted In-Depth Sessions

8 hours of learning and networking opportunities packed into 10 in depth sessions. Listen to corporate-driven best practices and case studies sharing that are targeted to your profession through the personalized country-specific conferences we crafted for you - FutureCFO Conferences.

AGENDA

09:15

EXECUTIVE DIALOGUE: Philippines’ CFO Agenda and Priorities for 2020

The Philippine’s outlook for 2020 is positive with GDP expected to expand to 6.1% and consumer spending to remain resilient this year. However, amidst this decent outlook, recent events and regulations in the Philippines may affect businesses as well as investor sentiment.

Developments on economic landscape and regulatory frameworks that affect the financial system in the Philippines: risk or opportunity?
Making sense of the political uncertainty and how CFOs can manage these risks in the Philippines
Shifts in the Philippines’ credit markets and how CFOs can leverage these trends
Investment trends and opportunities for FDIs, M&As and diversifications

INTERVIEWER:
Allan Tan, Group Editor-in-Chief, CXOCIETY

INTERVIEWEE:
Ruben Carlo O. Asuncion, Chief Economist, UNION BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES

09:45

FIRESIDE CHAT: Updates on the Philippines’ Tax Laws and Their Business Implications

In this session will hold a conversation between a tax expert who will summarize the intricacy of the new tax regulations in the Philippines and a CFO who will share the impacts of the new tax laws to his business.

The latest corporate taxation landscape in the Philippines
How will the new tax reforms affect finance functions and overall business models in 2020 in the country?
Who will be the ‘winners’ and the ‘losers’ in the new tax bill?
What are the business risks and opportunities arising from the new tax laws?

INTERVIEWER:
Allan Tan, Group Editor-in-Chief, CXOCIETY

INTERVIEWEE:
Whilczel Canlas, CFO, LOS BANOS DOCTOR HOSPITAL (A MEMBER OF MPIC – HEALTHCARE GROUP)

10:15

KEYNOTE: Collaboration in a Digitally Transformed World

Trends that shape finance digital transformation in 2020
How does digital transformation change the dynamics of C-Suite?
How can CFOs tap into Collaboration and Connected Planning to stay competitive and agile in today’s era of disruption

11:15

KEYNOTE: : CFO as the Leader of Digital Transformation 2.0

The “Chapter One” in the digital revolution is coming to an end. Digital is no longer an add-on to an organization but a core part of any business. What does this change mean for finance leaders?

Key trends for CFOs embracing new technologies to drive business-model innovation
How CFOs can address the opportunities, enable cultural change and overcome challenges of their firms‟ digital transformations
Preparing finance team to be the next generation of digitally-driven finance executives
Collaborating with IT for success across departments

J’mabelard Rivera Gustilo, Director of Global Internal Controls (GIC) – Corporate Finance Worldwide, JOLLIBEE

11:45

PANEL DISCUSSION I: Propelling Finance Functions into the Future with Digital Transformation and Innovation

Digital transformation as a key enabler of strategic finance function
Adopting RPA and AI to automate cash flow management, payment processes, improve forecasting for budgeting and produce better internal data quality 
Making smart and rapid investments in digital tools that enhance decision-making and support profitability across multiple dimensions
Roles of CFOs as digital “transformation head hunters” to proactively seek innovative solutions in an increasingly complex digitalized marketplace

PANELISTS:
Maria Corazon G. Dizon, CFO and Treasurer, AC ENERGY
Shahzad Mahmood, Head of Global Treasury, CFO, IBEX
Lorie Paz M. Chavez, CFO, SUMMIT MEDIA (SUMMIT PUBLISHING)
Rizalito Oades, EVP & Chief Strategy Officer, UNILOGIX

13:30