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RADIANCE Agenda 2024

February 13-14, 2024

Globe Life Field, Dallas, Texas

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Founder’s Keynote:
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From Bankruptcy to World Series Champions: Lessons from Texas Rangers' CFO

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From Bankruptcy to World Series Champions: Lessons from Texas Rangers' CFO

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IDC Research: The Business Case for Generative AI in your Treasury

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  • 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    Meet the Texas Rangers Mascot

  • 08:00 AM - 08:45 AM

    Networking Breakfast

  • 08:50 AM - 09:20 AM

    From Bankruptcy to World Series Champions: Lessons from Texas Rangers' CFO

      Join Kellie Fischer, CFO of the Texas Rangers, as she shares the gripping story of the team's financial resurgence from bankruptcy to 2023 World Champions. Learn from the $500M loan default, navigating adversity, and managing stakeholders. Discover invaluable lessons in resilience and strategic maneuvering that led to their remarkable turnaround.

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  • 08:50 AM - 09:20 AM

    Elevate Your Edge: Organizational Resilience and Success with Emotional Intelligence

      Engage in a dynamic discussion on leveraging Emotional Intelligence (EQ) for innovation and team success. Explore how EQ drives creativity and hear real-world examples of companies shaping solutions through EQ application. Gain actionable strategies to accel. Don't miss this transformative experience—master Emotional Intelligence for your success

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  • 08:50 AM - 09:20 AM

    Automating Deductions: Pathway to 66% Recovery of Invalid Deductions

      Rising deduction volumes pose a significant challenge for CPG and manufacturing firms, with trade-related deductions being a major complexity. Mike Thelen reveals Land O'Lakes' success story, achieving remarkable efficiency via HighRadius' Deductions Management System. Explore their seamless integration and end-to-end data visibility strategies in this enlightening session.

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  • 08:50 AM - 09:20 AM

    Reducing AR Leakage Across 14,000 Customers and 60 Branches

      BlueLinx, a leading distributor of building products, transformed its financial operations using HighRadius' autonomous receivables platform. With over 14,000 customers, 60 branches, and legacy ERP systems, BlueLinx streamlined processes for better scalability and enhanced customer satisfaction. Discover their journey to stabilizing profits amid challenges in this informative session.

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    Joel Boisjoli
  • 08:50 AM - 09:20 AM

    Treasury Booth Visit

  • 08:50 AM - 09:20 AM

    Accounting Booth Visit

  • 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Puppy Station: Take a break and hug a furry friend!

  • 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Take Pictures with THE world series trophy!

  • 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM

    IDC Research: The Business Case for Generative AI in your Treasury

      Kevin Permenter of IDC discusses GenAI's potential to transform treasury operations. He highlights its role in scenario planning and decision-making. He addresses the challenges of security, responsibility, and bias-free results for vendors and users. Explore how AI and automation can position Treasury as a strategic advisor to the CFO.

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    Joel Boisjoli
  • 08:50 AM - 09:20 AM

    Accounting Booth Visit

  • 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

    Hand-crafted Specialty Coffee Sponsored by Genpact

  • 10:10 AM - 11:50 AM

    HighRadius Product Roadmap Sessions

      Attend these sessions to get updates on HighRadius's AI-powered Autonomous Finance solutions for Order to Cash, B2B Payments, Record to Report, and Treasury & Risk. Learn how this software can achieve results like a 20% decrease in Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), 90% accurate cash predictions, and real-time reporting.

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  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Everything You Know About Treasury is Wrong! Confessions from Industry Veterans

      Join Paul DeCrane and Craig Jeffery for a captivating session on the dynamic evolution of treasury. Navigate the changing landscape by embracing new concepts, harnessing treasury data, and understanding the costs of latency in treasury processes. Stay ahead in treasury management's ever-evolving world by gaining insights into adopting a change mindset and rebuilding technology.

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  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Doubling Growth Without Adding A/R Headcount

      Discover the cost-effective and efficient approach to growth with Addison Group's VP, Jamie Garbis. Learn firsthand how to replace cumbersome manual processes with technology expertise. Gain insights on initiating scalable, lasting improvements. Join this session to transform your operations and maximize efficiency.

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    Joel Boisjoli
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Embracing Autonomy: Redefining Finance & Accounting in the AI Age

      In an era driven by technology’s advances, finance and accounting is changing dramatically as CFOs reimagine traditional practices and embrace AI. This session navigates the evolution of autonomous systems and how they’re transforming strategic decision-making and operations. Learn how to gain more than productivity from AI.

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  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Smash Hit: Sysco’s Best-in-Class Cash Application Landscape

      Explore Sysco's transition from a decentralized cash application system with under 30% accuracy to top-quartile automation for checks, electronic payments, and remote deposits. Mike McCarthy, Area CFO, sheds light on centralizing financial operations across 72 units and managing 500,000 customers. Learn about their success in strategic cash flow management.

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  • 12:10 PM - 12:55 PM

    Networking Lunch & MVP Awards Ceremony

  • 01:30 PM - 04:00 PM

    MLB Batting Cages sponsored by Microsoft

  • 01:50 PM - 02:20 PM

    The State of the Economy: What Does It Mean For Your Credit and Collections’ Strategy?

      Amidst inflation, supply chain disruptions, and global uncertainties, crafting a customer credit strategy demands insight into economic trends. Explore this session to grasp industry impact. Learn navigating economic cycles, mitigating effects, and leveraging strategies for success during challenging times.

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  • 01:50 PM - 02:20 PM

    2 Hours To 15 Minutes: Accelerating Cash Management At Konica Minolta

    Joel Boisjoli
  • 01:50 PM - 02:20 PM

    Introducing Support GPT

  • 02:25 PM - 02:45 PM

    FreedaGPT Collections Email Response Management

  • 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM

    DSO is Dead: 6 Obvious but Overlooked Ways to Measure a Successful A/R Transformation

      Obsessing over DSO means you're limiting focus & ability to identify and track realistic KPI’s. Why disappoint your leadership team? Credit & Collections veterans from DXP share prioritized KPIs, showcasing enhanced A/R performance. #SpoilerAlert: these included automating 100% of exceptions coding and 80%+ of cash app, without sacrificing customer satisfaction.

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    Joel Boisjoli
    Joel Boisjoli
    Joel Boisjoli
  • 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM

    Cisco Dials Up Innovation to Reimagine Collections

      Cisco faced the challenge of adapting to a shifting business and economic landscape. They sought a more efficient method than spreadsheets for collecting over $60B from customers in 130+ regions. Learn how Cisco is embracing AI-enabled technology to create a competitive advantage by redefining collections with HighRadius.

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    Joel Boisjoli
  • 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM

    The Past, Present, and Future – Accountants…or Data Scientists?

    Joel Boisjoli
  • 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM

    Treasury Booth Visit

  • 03:10 PM - 03:40 PM

    How AI Improved Danone’s Receivables Forecasting

      Instead of Excel-based guess work, Danone North America can now predict its forecast with 95%+ accuracy – thanks to HighRadius’ AI-based cash forecasting solution. Predicting receivables health can provide a competitive advantage. Hear how intelligent forecasting tools can help you anticipate market shifts and enable predictions close to actuals.

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    Joel Boisjoli
  • 03:10 PM - 03:40 PM

    Receivables Reinvented- Pioneering Innovative Integrated Solutions for Modern Finance

      Fireside chat: Modern AI-based solutions are fast becoming the pioneers in transforming contemporary finance, infusing processes in the Office of the CFO with innovation. In this session, experts from HCLTech and Xerox share the journey of how they have transformed receivables, one innovation at a time, through seamless integration and financial finesse. A must-attend session for those who want to witness the backstory of a successful AI-driven transformation !

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    Joel Boisjoli
  • 03:10 PM - 03:40 PM

    Accounting Booth Visit

  • 03:50 PM - 04:20 PM

    Full Cycle Order to Cash Transformation Journey of a $33 Billion Company

  • 03:50 PM - 04:20 PM

    Women in Finance Panel Discussion

  • 03:50 PM - 04:20 PM

    6 Reports Every Collections Manager Needs to See Weekly!

      Staples George Uko has used HighRadius for 5+ years to drive 20% more in customer collections, without sacrificing customer experience. What's his secret sauce? Get ready to dive into details as he walks through Staples' customer segmentation, how he leverages data analytics, and ultimately defines strategies that yield incredible value.

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  • 03:50 PM - 04:20 PM

    Treasury Booth Visit

  • 03:50 PM - 04:20 PM

    Accounting Booth Visit

  • 04:45 PM - 06:00 PM

    Demo Booths | Buses Hotel Return

  • 06:30 PM - 10:00 PM

    WILD WEST OF AI : Radiance Party

  • 08:30 AM - 09:20 AM

    Networking Breakfast

  • 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Massages, Oxygen Bar & Puppy Stations

  • 09:25 AM - 10:05 AM

    ChatGPTreasury: Will AI Change Treasurers into Data Scientists?

    Joel Boisjoli
  • 09:25 AM - 10:10 AM

    Accounting Roundtable with Kerry Group

  • 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM

    XPO - 5 Common Hurdles to O2C Transformation (and how you can overcome them)

      Effective O2C automation demands more than a switch flip—it necessitates workforce readiness and process alignment. Successful transformation hinges on proactive skill-building and workflow optimization for seamless automation integration. Gain insights from XPO's journey, tackling implementation challenges and overcoming common pitfalls. Join this session for actionable lessons in automation implementation.

    Learn more.
  • 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM

    Product Manager Training by HighRadius

  • 09:30 AM - 11:30 PM

    GPOs: Evolve or Go Extinct

    Joel Boisjoli
  • 09:45 AM - 10:05 AM

    FreedaGPT Making Collections Call

  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    MLB Batting Cages sponsored by Microsoft

  • 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM

    Labor-Cost Arbitrage is Dead! Long Live Business Outcomes!

      Discover Roger Lee's seven-year journey at Ingram, shifting focus from cost-cutting to driving tangible business outcomes. Streamlining processes, leveraging technology, and building internal relationships led to reduced AR days, enhanced cash collections, and heightened efficiency. Explore their evolution from underrated to prime providers of operational excellence and value outcomes.

    Learn more.
  • 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM

    EIPP Case Study Session by HungerRush & Riveron

    Joel Boisjoli
    Joel Boisjoli
    Joel Boisjoli
  • 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM

    Accounts Payable Product Launch

  • 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM

    Notes from Ground Zero: How HighRadius Supercharged Its Own Financial Close with Autonomous Accounting!

      Join Urvish Vashi our Chief Operating Officer, as he unveils the evolution of HighRadius’s financial close and reconciliation process, utilizing our own Autonomous Accounting platform! This transformation significantly condensed the month-end close time from weeks to days, ensuring 100% accuracy, seamless collaboration, and a boost in operational efficiency.

    Learn more.
    Joel Boisjoli
  • 10:55 AM - 11:25 AM

    Shared Services Next Generation Concepts in 2024: Leading Your Organization Through the Shared Services Journey and Avoiding Pitfalls

      Critical to the success of a shared services operation is a clear strategy, an understanding of where activities should be placed in the model, a detailed business case, a phased approach, and a focus on change management. This discussion will dive into the must-haves for shared services success and explore next generation automation concepts that will streamline your processes.

    Learn more.
  • 10:55 AM - 11:25 AM

    Theory of Evolution: How Thermo Fisher is Maturing from Hard Close to Continuous Close

    Joel Boisjoli
  • 10:55 AM - 11:25 PM

    Treasury Should Drive The Digital Transformation Agenda

      The treasury department holds the reins for CFO-led digital transformations. Tim Frielingsdorf, Treasurer at Ascend Materials, unveils the pivotal role of treasury in financial operations, risk mitigation, and cash flow optimization. Learn how technology optimization steered Ascend Materials toward enduring success in this insightful session

    Learn more.
    Joel Boisjoli
  • 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM

    Are You Leaving Money on the Table: Benchmarking Your Deduction Management Processes

      Hot off the press, key findings from the 2023 Deduction Metrics Benchmarking Report. Learn where you stand versus your peers -- and where you can improve. In today's economy, you can't afford not to attend this session.

    Learn more.
    Joel Boisjoli
  • 12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

    Networking Lunch

  • 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    FreedaGPT: Let AI Make a Collections Call for You

  • 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    Break Up with Your ERP Implementation

    Joel Boisjoli
  • 08:30 AM - 09:20 AM

    Networking Breakfast

  • 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Massages, Oxygen Bar & Puppy Stations

  • 09:25 AM - 10:05 AM

    ChatGPTreasury: Will AI Change Treasurers into Data Scientists?

    Glisson Inguito
  • 09:25 AM - 10:10 AM

    Accounting Roundtable with Kerry Group

  • 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM

    XPO - 5 Common Hurdles to O2C Transformation (and how you can overcome them)

      Effective O2C automation demands more than a switch flip—it necessitates workforce readiness and process alignment. Successful transformation hinges on proactive skill-building and workflow optimization for seamless automation integration. Gain insights from XPO's journey, tackling implementation challenges and overcoming common pitfalls. Join this session for actionable lessons in automation implementation.

    Learn more.
  • 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM

    Product Manager Training by HighRadius

  • 09:30 AM - 11:30 PM

    GPOs: Evolve or Go Extinct

    Lorenzo Staunovo Polacco
  • 09:45 AM - 10:05 AM

    FreedaGPT Making Collections Call

  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    MLB Batting Cages sponsored by Microsoft

  • 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM

    Labor-Cost Arbitrage is Dead! Long Live Business Outcomes!

      Discover Roger Lee's seven-year journey at Ingram, shifting focus from cost-cutting to driving tangible business outcomes. Streamlining processes, leveraging technology, and building internal relationships led to reduced AR days, enhanced cash collections, and heightened efficiency. Explore their evolution from underrated to prime providers of operational excellence and value outcomes.

    Learn more.
  • 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM

    EIPP Case Study Session by HungerRush & Riveron

    Anand Raghu
    Brent Fisher
    Bruce Wartell
  • 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM

    Accounts Payable Product Launch

  • 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM

    Notes from Ground Zero: How HighRadius Supercharged Its Own Financial Close with Autonomous Accounting!

      Join Urvish Vashi our Chief Operating Officer, as he unveils the evolution of HighRadius’s financial close and reconciliation process, utilizing our own Autonomous Accounting platform! This transformation significantly condensed the month-end close time from weeks to days, ensuring 100% accuracy, seamless collaboration, and a boost in operational efficiency.

    Learn more.
    Urvish Vashi
  • 10:55 AM - 11:25 AM

    Shared Services Next Generation Concepts in 2024: Leading Your Organization Through the Shared Services Journey and Avoiding Pitfalls

      Critical to the success of a shared services operation is a clear strategy, an understanding of where activities should be placed in the model, a detailed business case, a phased approach, and a focus on change management. This discussion will dive into the must-haves for shared services success and explore next generation automation concepts that will streamline your processes.

    Learn more.
  • 10:55 AM - 11:25 AM

    Theory of Evolution: How Thermo Fisher is Maturing from Hard Close to Continuous Close

    Holly Ferreira
  • 10:55 AM - 11:25 PM

    Treasury Should Drive The Digital Transformation Agenda

      The treasury department holds the reins for CFO-led digital transformations. Tim Frielingsdorf, Treasurer at Ascend Materials, unveils the pivotal role of treasury in financial operations, risk mitigation, and cash flow optimization. Learn how technology optimization steered Ascend Materials toward enduring success in this insightful session

    Learn more.
    Vanessa Meredith
  • 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM

    Are You Leaving Money on the Table: Benchmarking Your Deduction Management Processes

      Hot off the press, key findings from the 2023 Deduction Metrics Benchmarking Report. Learn where you stand versus your peers -- and where you can improve. In today's economy, you can't afford not to attend this session.

    Learn more.
    Jessica Butler
  • 12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

    Networking Lunch

  • 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    FreedaGPT: Let AI Make a Collections Call for You

  • 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    Break Up with Your ERP Implementation

    Sean Das