Retail CFO Summit

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Beyond the Balance Sheet – The Evolving Role of the Retail CFO

The 2025 Retail CFO Summit brings together finance leaders, innovators, and strategists shaping the financial future of retail. In an era where CFOs are no longer confined to balance sheets, today’s finance heads are strategic advisors, digital catalysts, and boardroom influencers.

This year’s summit spotlights how CFOs are steering retail businesses through AI-driven transformation, regulatory evolution, and sustainable growth, while unlocking new value across every layer of the organisation.

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Why This Summit Matters


The role of the CFO has evolved from being the guardian of numbers to the architect of enterprise-wide strategy. As boards look for leaders who can connect technology, compliance, and long-term growth, CFOs are stepping into expanded responsibilities:

  • Driving AI and IoT adoption to embed intelligence into operations
  • Navigating GST 2.0 and the digitisation of compliance
  • Balancing growth ambitions with cost discipline and sustainability
  • Building future-ready finance functions capable of thriving in volatility

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What to Expect?


Panel Discussions

  • Engage with India’s top CFOs as they unpack pressing financial, technological, and regulatory themes

    • Keynote Speeches

  • Be inspired by visionary voices addressing the shifting dynamics of retail finance

    • Roundtable Dialogues

  • Participate in focused conversations on emerging financial models and digital strategies

    • Expert Insights

  • Gain actionable guidance from industry leaders on navigating economic uncertainty and leveraging technology

    • Networking at Scale

  • Meet 200+ delegates, 100+ brands, and 30+ speakers — building connections that drive collaboration and growth

    • Keynote Speeches

  • Draw inspiration from visionary talks addressing the dynamics in today’s retail landscape



    • Partners 2026


    shadowfax

    Finalyzer

    zaggle
    leazeon
    elplaw

    airpay
    depthconsulting

    trrain
    STOrai
    replenish

    Who Should Attend?

    CFOs & Senior Finance Leaders seeking strategies to lead beyond numbers.

    CEOs & Board Members looking to understand how finance shapes competitive advantage.

    Regulatory, Tax & Compliance Experts interested in GST 2.0 and governance best practices.

    Technology Leaders & Solution Partners enabling finance transformation through AI, IoT, and automation.


    Speakers 2025

    Ajay Kumar Pandey

    Ajay Kumar Pandey

    SVP and Chief Financial Officer,
    Wellness Forever Medicare Ltd.

    Anuj Semlani

    Anuj Semlani

    General Manager, Taxation,
    Mcdonalds India

    Lars Neilsen

    Lars Neilsen

    CFO,
    Benetton

    Manish Arora

    Manish Arora

    Head - Indirect Tax,
    Raymond Ltd.

    Nishant Shah

    Nishant Shah

    Senior Partner and Co-Head Tax Practice,
    Economic Laws Practice (ELP)


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    Why Attend?

    Stay ahead of global and local retail finance trends.
    Discover how to embed AI into financial operations for smarter decision-making.
    Decode GST 2.0 and build robust compliance frameworks.
    Learn how to balance growth with cost discipline and sustainability.
    Network with peers, mentors, and innovators redefining the CFO’s role in retail.

    For Partnerships & Alliances, Contact:
    Dr. Hitesh Bhatt, 09987343344, hitesh@rai.net.in