Elevate Your FINANCIAL IQ at the Premier Finance Event

Name: AFP FP&A Forum 2026
Start: 2026-03-23T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-03-25T13:00:00-05:00
Location: JW Marriott Indianapolis

Join 500+ peers at AFP’s exclusive FP&A event with finance seminars, budgeting and forecasting sessions, AI automation workshops and networking March 23-25, 2026 in Indianapolis.

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No Spin.

Take your expertise to the next level with cutting-edge strategies in finance planning, budgeting and forecasting , data analytics, AI technologies, and emerging trends at the Association for Financial Professionals' FP&A Forum—the best finance forum for FP&A professionals. AFP’s premier 2026 finance forum brings together hundreds of top finance professionals from across the country for three days of education and peer networking.

Immerse yourself in interactive finance sessions, dynamic roundtables and inspiring keynotes tailored to tackle real-world finance challenges. Engage in meaningful discussions, gain actionable insights and experience the power of in-person collaboration at this exclusive finance and FP&A event.

Bring your finance team and make the most of this finance networking opportunity to learn, connect and grow.

500+ Finance and FP&A Professionals

24+ Sales-Free Sessions Across 3 Tracks

10+ Interactive Networking Experiences

20+ Cutting-Edge Solution Providers

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Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting Forum

Master predictive forecasting, agile planning cycles, and rolling budgets at this finance planning, budgeting and forecasting conference. Learn to right-size models, implement scenario-driven forecasts, and embed planning agility from practitioners at leading organizations.

Data, Analytics & AI

Leverage data analytics, AI, and automation to transform routine finance operations at this finance data and analytics event. Sessions cover Power BI integration, Agentic AI, finance bots, EPM cloud solutions, predictive modeling, and unified data ecosystems—delivering practical strategies for building AI-ready platforms and automating common processes.

Finance Function Strategy & Organizational Design

Transform your finance function with frameworks for organizational agility, cross-functional collaboration, strategic partnership and building an FP&A team. This finance function seminar delivers strategies for building high-performing teams and enabling business growth from practitioners who have been there and done that.

Finance Reporting & Process Optimization

Optimize month-end cycles, consolidation workflows, and reporting automation at this finance reporting forum. Sessions cover AI optimization of common tasks, Power BI integration, variance commentary agents, and data visualization strategies for real-time insights and faster close processes.

You Don't Know What You Don't Know

"Coming here has been a breath of fresh air. I am talking to other people who do the same thing I am, and finding out about tools I didn’t even know existed."

CATHERINE MORRIS

Director, Planning, Reporting & Analytics, ChildFund International
For Practitioners, By Practitioners

"The educational sessions I attended were all excellent and led by practitioners who were able to share relevant information and experiences."

ERIC RICKETTS

Sr. Director, FP&A, CRR Consulting LLC
Bring Back Solutions

"It was very helpful for me to hear from others in the industry, what challenges they’ve been through, how to overcome those, what to do, what not to do. I have some ideas going back home on how I can implement that in our organization."

CHEYENNE BRUBAKER

Accounting Manager, Faithward Resources
Not Just Any Finance Conference

"I’ve been to other CFO conferences, finance conferences, and I got way more out of this on the first day."

DENYE VERSHER, FPAC

Head of Finance, Child Action, Inc.
Focused Content

"There’s nothing like it for people in our specific sector of finance. This really does dial in on those things that we care about."

FRANK CHOU, CTP, FPAC

Director of Corporate Finance, Purple Innovation
Spark Inspiration

"I would definitely recommend this conference to my peers. I loved how the topics were specific to FP&A because we could actually take back what we learned and it helped spark inspiration."

ERIKA SOLIZ

FP&A Analyst, Texas Mutual Insurance Company

FP&A Forum Venue & Dates

The 2026 AFP FP&A Forum finance conference takes place March 23-25, 2026 in Indianapolis, IN. Join FP&A and finance professionals at the best finance networking event in 2026 for three days of finance seminars, planning, budgeting and forecasting conference sessions, data analytics workshops, and peer networking events.

Venue: JW Marriott Indianapolis
Address: 10 S West St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Dates: March 23-25, 2026
Day 1: March 23rd - 1:00 PM (1st Session Block) to 6pm (Networking Event)
Day 2: March 24th - 8:30 AM (1st Session Block) to 6pm (Networking Event)
Day 3: March 25th - 8:30 AM (1st Session Block) to 1pm (Keynote Luncheon)

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What to Expect at the AFP FP&A Forum Event

The AFP FP&A Forum brings together 500+ finance professionals for three days of FP&A education, collaboration and networking. This 2026 finance seminar delivers practitioner-led sessions, interactive roundtables and networking events tailored to FP&A career professionals.

Why Attend AFP's Premier Finance & FP&A Event:

Network with peers at targeted finance networking events
Earn FPAC and CPE credits through 24+ sessions across 3 tracks
Access cutting-edge FP&A tools and best practices from solution providers
Hear real-world case studies from FP&A and finance leaders
Strategic planning, data analytics, AI, risk management & leadership insights

FAQs About the 2026 FP&A Forum Event

Find answers to common questions about the premier 2026 finance event, including registration, sessions, speakers, and networking opportunities.

What is the AFP FP&A Forum?

The AFP FP&A Forum is the premier finance conference and networking event for corporate finance professionals working across financial planning, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic finance functions. This intimate finance seminar brings together 500+ practitioners for three days of educational sessions, networking events, and peer collaboration covering essential finance topics including strategic planning, data analytics, technology integration, and leadership development.

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Where and when is the 2026 FP&A Forum?

The 2026 FP&A Forum finance event takes place March 23-25, 2026 at the JW Marriott Indianapolis, located at 10 S West St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. The finance forum runs from Monday afternoon through Wednesday lunch.

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How are FP&A Forum sessions and speakers selected?

All educational sessions at the FP&A Forum are selected by the FP&A Forum Planning Task Force—a group of practitioner peers including finance leaders from organizations like Southwest Airlines, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and Borrowworks. This peer-selection process ensures the content is unbiased, relevant, and practical for finance practitioners. The Task Force reviews session proposals and selects topics that tackle real pain points and provide tools attendees can use immediately.

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Who are the keynote speakers at the 2026 FP&A Forum?

The 2026 FP&A Forum and finance conference features two keynote speakers:

Erica Keswin, Author & Workplace Strategist, presenting "Becoming a Great Human Leader in the Age of AI"
Ray Zahab, Ultra-Marathon Runner and Adventurer, presenting "Turning the Ordinary into Extraordinary: Exceeding Our Perceived Limits"

Both keynotes are designed to inspire finance professionals with insights on leadership, resilience, and adaptability.

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Who should attend the FP&A Forum Finance conference?

The FP&A Forum is designed for corporate finance professionals working in the office of the CFO, including FP&A analysts, finance managers, financial analysts, finance directors, controllers, CFOs, treasury professionals, and accounting leaders. This finance conference is ideal for practitioners seeking to advance their finance skills, network with peers, and stay current on trends in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, data analytics, and finance technology.

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What topics are covered at the FP&A conference?

The 2026 FP&A Forum finance seminar features 24+ sessions across three tracks:

Finance & Financial Processes: Strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, cross-functional alignment, performance management
Technology & Data: AI and agentic AI, predictive forecasting, Power BI, Excel automation, finance technology integration
Personal & Team Effectiveness: Leadership development, communication skills, FP&A career paths, team building, change management

Sessions also include hands-on Principles in Practice workshops where you can build finance bots and learn practical AI implementation.

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How is the FP&A Forum different from other finance conferences?

The FP&A Forum is an intimate finance conference, offering deeper peer connections and more meaningful networking opportunities. All sessions are sales-free and practitioner-led by finance professionals from diverse corporate finance backgrounds, ensuring you gain valuable insights and practical solutions instead of vendor pitches. The content covers essential finance topics including strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, data analytics, technology integration, and leadership development relevant to all corporate finance roles.

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What networking opportunities are available at the FP&A Forum?

The 2026 FP&A Forum & finance seminar offers 10+ networking events including:

Finance-focused topical roundtables
Interactive peer discussion sessions
Evening networking receptions
Breakfast and lunch networking opportunities
Solution provider demos and one-on-one meetings
Small group discussions with fellow FP&A practitioners

These network events are designed specifically for finance professionals to connect, share challenges, and build lasting relationships.

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How much does FP&A Forum registration cost?

The 2026 FP&A Forum finance conference pricing varies by registration tier and timing:

Early Bird (by January 30, 2026): $995-$1,385
Standard (by February 27, 2026): $1,185-$1,585
On-Site Registration (after February 27, 2026): $1,385-$1,785

AFP members and FPAC credential holders receive discounted pricing. Team registration discounts are also available.

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Can I earn CPE credits at the FP&A Forum?

Yes, the 2026 FP&A Forum offers continuing professional education (CPE) credits. Attendees can earn credits by participating in educational sessions across the three-day event. The finance forum provides documentation for CPE credit claims to support your professional development and certification requirements including FPAC, CPA, CMA, and CTP credentials.

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