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The Best CFO Conferences & Events To Attend in 2025 (Online and In-Person) - Vena

Written by Vena Solutions | Nov 1, 2024 1:00:00 PM

CFO conferences give you a chance to grow your network and hear from industry experts while you learn and (possibly) earn CPE/CPD credits to maintain your certifications and licenses.

To save you time, we’ve grouped the best CFO conferences and events below by month. For each event, we share:

  • Date
  • Location 
  • CPE/CPD credits (if available) 
  • What to expect
  • Registration cost

We’ll update this list regularly as more organizers announce their events for 2025. If you’re attending an event that isn’t on our list, let us know and we'll include it below. Likewise, if you've already hosted your event but have an option to watch session replays on-demand, let us know and we'll add you to the list. 

The Best CFO Conferences for 2025

Name

Date 

CPE/CPD credits available?

Cost

Excelerate Finance 2025 May 12 – 15 Yes $1,399 for early bird tickets, $1,650 for regular priced tickets
CFO Network Summit  March 5 – 6 Yes To Be Announced
EFCG CFO Conference April 9 – 11 Not Specified $2,950 to $3,300 
AICPA & CIMA CFO Conference April 23 25 Yes $1,425 to $2,025
Gartner CFO & Finance Executive Conference May 20 21 Yes $3,525 to $4,000
CFO Leadership Conference Spring 2025  June 2 4 Yes $695 to $3,995
Money20/20 USA October 27 – 30  Not Specified $1,645 to $5,950

1. Excelerate Finance

Excelerate Finance 2025 is designed for finance and accounting professionals and executives. This conference gets you exclusive access to the next-gen tools, methodologies, skills and insights that are changing the way FP&A teams plan, collaborate and innovate. Session types include keynotes, learning labs, finance certification courses and past speakers include guests from Microsoft, OpenAI and the Kansas City Chiefs. 

Excelerate Finance has become an industry-leading FP&A event that focuses on the latest trends in financial strategy, leadership and technology. This event will feature expert-led sessions that provide practical insights into financial transformation, digital tools, and data-driven decision-making, all aimed at optimizing financial operations and driving business growth. 

You can watch the most popular events from last year’s event on-demand. 

When is it: 

May 12 – 15, 2025 

Where is it: 

At the Wynn Hotel & Resort, Las Vegas 

CPE/CPD Credits Eligible? 

Yes. Attendees can earn over 20 CPE/ CPD credits. Attendees also gain access to 100+ CPE/CPD credits in Vena Academy and 50+ Excel templates

Cost: 
$1,399 for early bird tickets, $1,650 for regular priced tickets. 


2. CFO Network Summit

The CFO Network Summit focuses on the most pressing business and financial trends relevant to CFOs. In the Wall Street Journal's own words, this event is built to be “efficient and essential”, offering insights into the latest industry challenges and strategic approaches for finance leaders.Attendees can expect breakout sessions, expert keynotes, and opportunities to network with top decision-makers. Additional speakers and program details will be announced in the coming weeks. 

When is it: 
March 5 6, 2025 

Where is it: 
New York City, New York 

CPE/CPD Credits Eligible? 
Yes 

Cost: 
Pricing details are not specified. Membership and sponsorship opportunities are available. 

3. EFCG CFO Conference

The EFCG CFO Conference is a key event for financial leaders in the engineering and consulting sectors – it's the only major CFO conference in the AEC industry, focusing on broader strategic planning for firms. Attendees will gain valuable insights into industry performance, driven by EFCG's 33 years of proprietary data. A key highlight is the financial survey completed by all attendees, with the results presented during the conference for high-impact decision-making.   

In 2024 this event welcomed 145 attendees from companies with revenues ranging from $4 million to over $13 billion. You can view the 2024 agenda to get a feel for what the 2025 event can bring on the EFCG website. 

When is it: 

April 9 11, 2025 

Where is it: 

The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Irving, Texas 

CPE/CPD Credits Eligible? 

Not specified 

Cost: 

$2,950 to $3,300 

4. AICPA & CIMA CFO Conference

The AICPA & CIMA CFO Conference will address the future challenges in finance and accounting, providing actionable insights for CFOs, controllers and other C-suite leaders. It is designed to help attendees make informed strategic decisions, offering both in-person and online options for participation. The conference includes traditional sessions and roundtable discussions and workshops.  

When is it: 

April 23 25, 2025 

Where is it: 

La Quinta Resort & Club, La Quinta, California 

CPE/CPD Credits Eligible? 

Yes (19 CPE credits for in-person attendees; up to 10.5 CPE credits for online attendees) 

Cost: 

$1,425 to $2,025 

5. Gartner CFO & Finance Executive Conference

The Gartner CFO & Finance Executive Conference is targeted at CFOs and senior finance executives. The event aims to offer strategic guidance on the trends and challenges faced by CFOs. Sessions cover topics such as improving ROI in finance, driving enterprise transformation and leveraging artificial intelligence in financial planning & analysis.  This conference also includes small scale workshops and interactive sessions where attendees can discuss the most pressing topics with their peers. 

When is it: 

May 20 21, 2025 

Where is it: 

National Harbor, Maryland 

CPE/CPD Credits Eligible? 

Yes 

Cost: 

$3,525 to $4,000 

6. CFO Leadership Conference Spring 2025

The CFO Leadership Conference  provides 3 days of live collaboration with over 300 senior finance leaders from various industries. Like the other conferences on our list attended will get to engage with critical topics such as driving growth, innovation and improving job performance. The event offers peer-tested strategies, real-world advice and best practices to help finance leaders stay ahead of industry trends. Featured speakers include EVP & CFOs of major global brands, and even a Former Special Agent with the FBI.  

When is it:

June 2 4, 2025 

Where is it:

Westin Boston Seaport District, Boston, Massachusetts 

CPE/CPD Credits Eligible?

Yes (10 CPE credits available; approval will be submitted by NASBA) 

Cost:

Registration is open and attendees can “lock in 2024 rates”. Ticket prices range from $695 to $3,995.  

7. Money20/20 USA

Money20/20 USA is recognized as the world’s largest and most influential gathering of the global money ecosystem. The conference brings together leading voices from banks, payments, tech, fintech, retail and financial services, offering a platform for innovation, partnerships and cutting-edge discussions. Sessions will cover a wide range of topics, including AI, cross-sector leadership and the future of money. 

When is it: 

October 27 30, 2025  

Where is it: 

Las Vegas, USA 

CPE/CPD Credits Eligible? 

Not specified, but it offers significant professional development opportunities in fintech and financial services. 

Cost: 

$1,645 to $5,950 

Why You Should Attend CFO Conferences 

Why not? Jokes aside, there are lots of great reasons to attend CFO conferences, but we’ll go over the top three reasons why you (or your company) should invest in them. These events help you: 

  • Connect with peers, industry leaders and service providers that can help your grow your career and your business 
  • Gain knowledge of current industry trends, regulatory changes and market dynamics 
  • Learn new skills, complete certifications and earn CPE/CPD credits 

Invest in your professional development by registering for one of these fantastic conferences or by watching the recordings from events that have already happened, such as Excelerate Finance 2024. Looking for even more ways to grow your skills? Check out these top  finance courses or listen to some of the best corporate finance podcasts. 

We’ll keep adding to this list as more 2025 CFO conferences are announced, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back regularly.