Finance Futures: The Executive Summit returns to the Leeds Marriott Hotel on Wednesday 25 February 2026, bringing together finance leaders and business professionals for an engaging half-day conference designed to deliver practical ideas, honest discussion, and forward-looking insights.
Hosted by Headstar in partnership with TheBusinessDesk.com, the summit will explore the key trends and challenges shaping finance in 2026, helping delegates prepare their businesses for the year ahead.
And for a short time only you can grab an early bird ticket and get a 20% discount off the ticket price, meaning you’ll only pay £40 + VAT. Simply use the promo code HEADSTAR20 at www.financefutures.co.uk to book your place.
Why This Summit is Crucial for Finance Leaders
This year’s agenda tackles the most pressing topics for finance and business leaders, including:
- The economic outlook for 2026 and what it means for your organisation.
- How finance teams are using AI to drive performance and productivity.
- The evolving CFO–CEO dynamic and how to make it thrive.
- Real experiences of stepping from CFO to CEO.
- Protecting your business amid a surge in cybercrime and digital risk.
Attendees will benefit from engaging keynote speeches and live panel discussions, featuring industry leaders and experts, alongside valuable networking opportunities with peers from across the region.
Your Day at a Glance
The half-day programme is packed with keynotes, panels, and ample networking opportunities:
- 8:30am – 9:05am: Arrival & Registration
- 9:05am – 9:20am: Opening Keynote Speech: Economic Outlook
- 9:20am – 9:55am: Panel: Business Outlook
- 9:55am – 10:20am: Keynote
- 10:20am – 10:35am: Fireside Chat: Females in Finance
- 10:35am – 10:55am: Making the Leap from CFO to CEO
- 10:55am – 11:15am: Tea/coffee & networking
- 11:15am – 11:45am: The CFO – CEO Dynamic
- 11:45am – 12:05pm: Cybercrime Surge: How Finance Leaders Can Strengthen Resilience
- 12:05pm – 13:05pm: The Reality of Finance in AI
- 13:05pm – 13:10pm: Reflections and Conclusions
- 13:10pm – 2:00pm: Lunch & Networking
Click here to check out the full agenda and the current speaker line-up (with new speakers to be announced soon).
Book Your Place Today
Secure your spot today at www.financefutures.co.uk
Tickets are normally £50 + VAT, but be sure to use the promo code HEADSTAR20 for 20% off early bird tickets for just £40 + VAT.
The Finance Futures: Executive Summit will take place on Wednesday 25th February 2026, 8.30am – 2.00pm at Leeds Marriott Hotel, 4 Trevelyan Square, Boar Lane, Leeds LS1 6ET.
