FDs & F-Words Belfast
Tuesday 24 November
8:30am - 13.00pm
DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square
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The challenges facing today’s finance leaders have moved far beyond the realms of cashflow and P&L.
You’re expected to navigate economic uncertainty. Keep pace with rapidly evolving technology. Understand the impact of AI and data analytics. Manage increasingly complex regulatory requirements. And somehow still find time to lead the finance function.
This November, we’re bringing FDs & F-Words to Belfast for the first time, in partnership with Ulster Bank.
FDs & F-Words is our flagship finance leadership event, creating an opportunity for senior finance professionals from across the region to come together, share experiences and gain practical insight into the key issues shaping finance leadership today.
Join us for a morning of expert advice, fast-moving discussion and practical takeaways designed specifically for you.
From the latest economic and market outlook, delivered by Raakhi Odedra from the Bank of England, to financial reporting updates from Cat Kelly, the growing role of AI in finance with Saloni Thanki, the latest thinking around financial crime with John Allcock from NatWest Group, and a tax and budget update from Neil Norman CP’s Head of Tax for Scotland & NI, you’ll leave with newfound knowledge to help strengthen your business and make some great connections along the way.
There’ll also be CPD points up for grabs, so if you’re an FD, CFO or senior finance leader, secure your spot today.
Aberdeen - 26 November
Union Kirk, 333 Union Street
Meet Our Speakers
Raakhi Odedra
Agent for Northern Ireland at the Bank of England
Raakhi is an Agent for Northern Ireland at the Bank of England. She engages closely with businesses and financial institutions to gather insights that help inform the central bank’s assessment of economic conditions.
Prior to her current role, Raakhi advised members of the Financial Policy Committee on financial stability issues and worked in the Bank’s Communications Directorate. She also served as an Agent in Scotland.
Before joining the Bank, Raakhi worked as an economist in the Scottish Government and as an adviser to the Government of Rwanda.
Cat Kelly
Head of Retail and Relationship Partner
Cat is a leading voice on evolving reporting requirements and a retail finance specialist. She works closely with finance leaders on everything from IFRS and UK GAAP changes to financial reporting, internal audit and business transformation. Renowned for turning technical topics into clear, practical advice, Cat is a regular industry speaker and forum host, playing a key role in helping her clients and the wider business community stay ahead of upcoming changes.
John Allcock
Fraud Awareness Analyst, NatWest Group
John joined NatWest Group in 2007 and has built extensive experience across corporate operations, business relationship management, and financial crime prevention. After supporting a broad portfolio of business clients as a Commercial Assistant Relationship Manager, he moved into the Fraud Prevention team in 2021. John now advises organisations on emerging fraud risks and plays an active role in delivering fraud and scam education to businesses across the UK, equipping teams with the insight needed to stay ahead of evolving threats.
Neil Norman
International Tax Partner and Region Head of Scotland
Neil works with ambitious entrepreneurs, investors and scaling businesses across every stage of their journey. Specialising in EIS, share schemes, M&A and international expansion, he has helped founders turn early-stage ideas into successful exits and supported investors in backing the next generation of high-growth businesses. Neil also leads Cooper Parry’s growth across Northern Ireland and Scotland, connecting great people, bold ideas and commercial opportunity.
Saloni Thanki
Director - AI Transformation at CP Digital
Saloni is a technology and transformation leader with over 18 years’ experience across telecommunications, online media and financial services. She has led major digital, cloud and cyber security programmes on a global scale, delivering business value by aligning technology with customer and commercial needs. Known for building high-performing teams and bringing together technical and business leaders, Saloni helps organisations turn strategy into action. She is also a regular speaker at AI and technology events, sharing practical insights on innovation, leadership and successful transformation.