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Finance Summit
The 5th ICPAC Mediterranean
An elite Gathering of World-class Finance Leaders and Key Decision-makers
A PREMIUM GATHERING OF FINANCE LEADERS
“There is Nothing Permanent Except Change”
Socrates
The 5th ICPAC Mediterranean Finance Summit is a senior-level gathering of the most forward-looking CFOs and finance leaders in the region - executives who are not simply reporting performance, but actively shaping the future of their organisations.
Finance is changing fast. AI is redefining how decisions are made. Regulation is tightening. Capital is more expensive. Boards expect clarity, accuracy and strategic vision in real time. In this environment, the modern finance leader is no longer just the guardian of cost and compliance - they are the architect of growth, resilience, and trust.
Across two days of keynotes, round tables, workshops and high-value networking, this summit focuses on what truly matters: intelligent forecasting, cash and liquidity discipline, operational efficiency, tax and regulatory pressure, risk and governance, digital transformation, and talent for the next era of finance.
This is not theory. It’s about how you lead through volatility, protect profitability, and build a finance function that drives strategy at board level.
Join us for the 5th ICPAC Mediterranean Finance Summit 2026 - a high-level platform for real learning, meaningful connection, and strategic clarity for today’s finance leaders.
OUR SPONSORS
OUR SPEAKERS
OUR CONTRIBUTORS
THE AGENDA
21-22 MAY | LIMASSOL, CYPRUS
21 MAY 2026 [DAY 1]
08:30-09:00
REGISTRATION AND WELCOME COFFEE
Participants arrive, register, and enjoy welcome coffee
09:00-09:10
SUMMIT OPENING
Lilly Pavlou, Executive Director at QUBE Events
Jens Wilhelm Meyer, Vice President Finance and Controlling at Bosch
Theo Skagias, CEO at TH.C.SKAGIAS S.A.
09:10-09:25
ICPAC WELCOME ADDRESS
Odysseas Christodoulou, President at the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC)
09:25-09:50
OPENING KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
The Age of AI is Now
Demetris Skourides, Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation, and Technology of the Republic of Cyprus
09:50-10:15
KEYNOTE SESSION
Economic Update
Haris Hambakis, Deputy CEO at Eurobank Limited
10:15-10:40
KEYNOTE SESSION + Q&A
Leadership Beyond Finance: Human Skills, Smart
Tech & Cross-Functional Collaboration – Redesigning
the Finance Team for 2026
Ilias Papastathopoulos, Group CFO at Printec Group
10:40-11:10
CEO PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
The CEO–CFO Partnership: Trust, Transparency & Transformation
Moderator: Stephanos Papadopoulos, Founder & CEO at Spatzia.eu
Andreas Theocharides, CEO at Kean Group
Sofocles Tymvios, Chief Executive Officer at Swissport Cyprus Ltd.
Charalambos Panayiotou, CEO at KEO
Eleni Kaloyirou, CEO at Hermes Airports
11:10-11:40
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK + ONE-TO-ONE MEETINGS
Opportunity for attendees to connect and discuss insights from the morning sessions
11:40-12:05
KEYNOTE SESSION + Q&A
From Insight to Impact - Building the Future-Ready Finance Function
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Discover how the finance function is being redefined: from transactional control to strategic value creation, powered by data, AI, and new operating models
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Explore how leading organisations are transforming: through workforce upskilling, agile teaming, and democratization of data and technology
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Learn from OMV Petrom’s journey: how we built a data-literate finance organisation through our Data Citizens program and scaled innovation through “The Firm.”
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Understand why mindset matters: and how a growth mindset is the foundation for building a resilient, intelligent, and future-ready finance team.
Fabian Wedam, Vice President Controlling, Performance Management and Advanced Analytics at OMV Petrom Group
12:05-12:30
KEYNOTE SESSION + Q&A
Career Paths Reimagined/Future of Work in Finance
and Accounting
Jamie Lyon, FCCA - Head of Skills, Sectors and Technology at ACCA
12:30-13:00
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Cyberattacks, Digital Transformation, Cloud, AI, Agents, Regulations... Time for Digital Resilience
13:00-14:00
NETWORKING LUNCH
Attendees network over lunch, fostering connections and discussions
14:00-14:30
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Built for Finance. Ready for the Future: How Purpose-Built AI Is Transforming the Office
14:30-14:55
KEYNOTE SESSION + Q&A
The CFO as Chief Value Officer:
Strategy Beyond the Balance Sheet of the CFO
Wojtek Wieronski, Global CFO - E-comm, Retail. Pharma at PHH Group
14:55-15:20
KEYNOTE SESSION + Q&A
Transforming CFO Leadership with Team Spirit and a Bit of Movement
Jens Wilhelm Meyer, Vice President Finance and Controlling at Bosch
15:20-15:50
ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
Strategic Lens on the CFO Role: From Financial Expert to Strategic & People Leader
15:50-16:20
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK + ONE-TO-ONE MEETINGS
Take a moment to connect with fellow attendees and discuss key insights
16:20-16:45
KEYNOTE SESSION + Q&A
The CFO as Team Architect:
Leading People, Processes & Technology for 2026
16:45-17:10
INSPIRATION SESSION
7 Summits: A Life Changing Journey
Christina Flampouri, Alpinist & Motivational Speaker
17:10-17:20
CHAIRMEN CLOSING COMMENTS DAY 1
Summarising the key takeaways from the conference and addressing final questions from attendees
Jens Wilhelm Meyer, Vice President Finance and Controlling at Bosch
Theo Skagias, CEO at TH.C.SKAGIAS S.A.
17:20-18:45
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
A closing networking reception to foster connections among attendees and speakers,
featuring local drinks & snacks
19:00-22:30
CLOSING NETWORKING DINNER
Traditional Tavern Experience
Join us for a Traditional Tavern Dinner at Taverna Agios Epiktitos for an evening of authentic cuisine and warm connections, fostering networking in a relaxed and culturally rich atmosphere
22 MAY 2026 [DAY 2]
08:30-09:00
WELCOME COFFEE DAY 2
Participants arrive, and enjoy welcome coffee
09:00-09:15
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY SESSION
09:15-09:40
KEYNOTE SESSION + Q&A
Geopolitical Macro Outlook 2026: Rates, Inflation & Growth - What it Means for CFO Decisions
Professor James Ker-Lindsay, Academic and Analyst
09:40-10:10
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Beyond the Checklist - Elevating Risk Management to Enable Strategic Resilience of the CFO
10:10-10:35
KEYNOTE SESSION + Q&A
The Role of the CFO in Driving Growth
Christiana Diola, Head of Cyprus & Greece at ICAEW
Peter Van Veen, Director of Corporate Governance and Stewardship at ICAEW
10:35-11:05
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK + ONE-TO-ONE MEETINGS
Take a moment to connect with fellow attendees and discuss key insights
11:05-11:30
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Neuroleadership - The Meta-Competence of Tomorrow’s Leaders
Agnieszka Kreciszewska, Chief Financial Officer - Member of the Board at Caparol Polska Sp. z o.o.
11:30-12:00
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Cost Transformation Without Killing Growth:
Margin Protection, Productivity & Value-Based Spend
Chrysanthos Christou, CFO at DP World
12:00-12:30
ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
Talent, Change & Culture: The Human Side of AI Adoption
12:30-13:00
PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A
Technology Trends for CFOs: Insights for 2026 and Beyond
Summarising the key takeaways from the summit and addressing final questions from attendees
Alain Mulder, Region Head Europe at IMA (Institute of Management Accountants)
13:00-13:10
CHAIRMEN CLOSING COMMENTS & KEY TAKEAWAYS
Summarising the key takeaways from the summit and addressing final questions from attendees
13:10-13:25
ICPAC CFO SOCIETY CLOSING
Stavros Kattamis, Chairman of the Administrative Committee of the ICPAC CFO Society
13:30-15:30
CLOSING NETWORKING LUNCH
MEDIA PARTNERS
KEY BENEFITS FOR PARTICIPATING
Interactive Hybrid Platform
Hybrid events enable you to put a virtual face to your organisation or come actually face-to-face by speaking to your viewers, attending meetings and networking
Build Thought Leadership
Showcase expertise and establish yourself as an industry thought leader
Generate Leads
It is the most cost-effective way to generate qualified leads of key B2B decision makers
Targeted Audience
Meet & engage with your target group
Global Reach
Hybrid events enable you to connect with your target audiences both locally and globally
New Prospects
Engage with new prospects and support existing relationships thus helping to drive leads into your sales funnel
PAST EVENT VIDEO
BECOME A SPONSOR
Sponsoring the The 5th ICPAC Mediterranean Finance Summit provides you with the perfect opportunity to showcase your solutions and interact with your target audience in a purposeful way.
You can expect to secure new direct connections with key decision-makers and industry influencers.
Our Sponsorship packages take on a holistic approach and are tailored to accommodate your specific business objectives.
Packages can include:
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25-minute Keynote presentation
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Inclusion in an industry-expert panel discussion
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Access to The Meeting Point, which includes ONE-TO-ONE pre-qualified meetings
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A bespoke integrated international marketing & branding campaign strategy
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Social media campaigns
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Customised email campaigns to over 200 000 subscribers
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Dedicated booths and promotional areas
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Prestigious PR opportunities & interviews with the international media
MEANINGFUL NETWORKING
This is the perfect time to connect with your colleagues and peers in the Finance sector! Our aim with the 5th ICPAC Mediterranean Finance Summit is to facilitate key discussions and create a platform for meaningful networking and practical conversations that promote business growth.
