LEARN

Gain cutting-edge financial insights from thought leaders, explore innovative tools from 35+ providers, and develop sought-after competencies through specialized workshops—all in one transformative learning experience.

CONNECT

Forge strategic connections with influential decision-makers, engage directly with diverse financial innovators, and access exclusive networking spaces that recognize your expertise—all within a carefully curated professional environment.

GROW

Discover groundbreaking finance insights from industry pioneers, align your career with emerging trends, and accelerate professional growth through personalized coaching and peer networking—all in one transformative experience.

About the event

The AFP Future of Finance | Cairo 2025 conference is the perfect opportunity to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-changing world of finance. Join us on September 06, 2025, to learn from the best and connect with your peers.

Where

Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski, Cairo, Egypt

When

Saturday - September 06, 2025
08:00 am - 5:00 pm

Event

Event Details

Join us for the sixth annual AFP Future of Finance conference, where you learn, connect & grow.

This year’s conference will feature a wide range of sessions, including:

Workshops: Learn new skills and techniques from leading experts in the field of finance.
Roundtables: Discuss the latest trends and challenges in finance with other professionals.
MEA Council Annual Meeting: Meet with other members of the AFP Council and discuss the future of the profession.
Panels: Hear from experts on a variety of topics, such as the role of banks in the economy, artificial intelligence, and the future of finance.

Keynote Speakers: Be inspired by keynote speakers from leading organizations.
Graduation Ceremony: Celebrate the achievements of AFP’s certified professionals.
Executives’ Roundtable: Join us for an AFP exclusive roundtable discussion with senior financial executives from across Egypt. This is your chance to share your insights and experiences and to learn from others in the industry.
Exhibition Area: Explore the latest products and services from leading financial technology companies.

The AFP Future of Finance Conference

Is the perfect opportunity to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-changing world of finance.

Join us in the sixth annual AFP Future of Finance conference, to Connect, Learn and Grow

September 06, 2025 - Keynotes & Panel Discussions

Agenda

COnFERENCE aGENDA

Exhibit Hall

Main Stage

Game Changers Stage

Talent Hub Stage

Orlov Room

Hope Room

Florentine Room

Shah Room

Stages	8:00	9:00	9:30	10:00	10:15	10:45	11:00	11:15	11:45	12:00	12:15	12:30	12:45	1:00	1:15	1:30	2:00	2:30	2:45	3:15	3:30
Exhibit Hall	Registrations Open 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM	Morning Break 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM					Noon Break 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM									Lite Menu Break 01:30 PM - 02:45 PM
Main Stage				Keynote - Why we do what we do? 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Panel - Sustainable Finance: Integrating... 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM		Keynote - NBFI as an economical Success ... 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM		Panel - What Treasurers DO when banks sa... 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM			Keynote - Safe Havens and Smart Risks: N... 12:30 PM - 12:45 PM	Panel - Financial Inclusion: Leveraging ... 12:45 PM - 01:30 PM					Panel - Get out of mismatching tenure di... 02:30 PM - 03:15 PM		Keynote - FX Insights and Strategies: Fo... 03:15 PM - 03:30 PM	Panel - AI & Automation in Finance: Beyo... 03:30 PM - 04:15 PM
Game Changers Stage			Session - AI & Automation in Finance: Be... 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM				Talk - Decoding Sustainable Finance: ESG... 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM			Fireside - From CFO to Founder: When Fin... 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM				Keynote - The Silicon Valley Opportuniti... 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM	Talk - FinOps & the Cloud: Mastering Cos... 01:15 PM - 01:45 PM		Fireside - From Data to Dollars: The Pow... 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM		Session - The Finance Lab: Real-Time Pro... 02:45 PM - 03:45 PM
Talent Hub Stage			Fireside - The FinTalent Edge: Future Pr... 09:30 AM - 10:15 AM			Talk - Young Talent and Future-Ready Ski... 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM		Keynote - Financial foresight in VUCA ti... 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM	Session - Redefining leadership in finan... 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM					Talk - The CFO-CIO Alliance, leading dig... 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM			Fireside - Finance in the age of AI: Ups... 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM		Session - Building the future finance wo... 02:45 PM - 03:45 PM
Orlov Room			Debt restructuring and refinancing 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM								Global Transaction Banking Emerging Mark... 12:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Hope Room			Financial Planning and Analysis toolkit ... 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM								Why we do what we do 12:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Florentine Room			Relationship management (Banking) 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM								Project Finance VS Corporate Finance 12:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Shah Room			Never split the difference (Chris voss) 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM								Asset management in Emerging Market 12:15 PM - 02:15 PM

Exhibit Hall

08:00 AM - 09:00 AM

Registrations Open

Event registration and check-in for all attendees

09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Morning Break

Coffee break and networking opportunity

11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Noon Break

Midday pause to relax, refresh, and connect with financial professionals.

01:30 PM - 02:45 PM

Lite Menu Break

Enjoy a light lunch while engaging networking opportunity

Main Stage

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Keynote - Why we do what we do?

An opening keynote exploring the mission and values driving our financial initiatives.

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Panel - Sustainable Finance: Integrating ESG into Financial Strategies

Discussing how integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance factors can enhance financial strategies and long-term value.

11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Keynote - NBFI as an economical Success Partner for Banking Sector

Exploring the pivotal role of NBFIs in complementing traditional banking and driving economic growth.

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

Panel - What Treasurers DO when banks say NO!

Strategies for treasurers to manage liquidity and credit risks when traditional financing options are limited.

12:30 PM - 12:45 PM

Keynote - Safe Havens and Smart Risks: Navigating the Investment Triangle of Gold, Real Estate, and Funds in MEA

Insights into balancing traditional and alternative investments in the Middle East and Africa region.

12:45 PM - 01:30 PM

Panel - Financial Inclusion: Leveraging Technology to Serve the Underserved

Examining how technological innovations are expanding access to financial services for underserved populations.

02:30 PM - 03:15 PM

Panel - Get out of mismatching tenure dilemma

Addressing strategies to align asset and liability maturities to mitigate financial risks.

03:15 PM - 03:30 PM

Keynote - FX Insights and Strategies: Forecasting in Economic Turbulence

Techniques for navigating foreign exchange markets amid economic uncertainties.

03:30 PM - 04:15 PM

Panel - AI & Automation in Finance: Beyond the Buzz

Exploring practical applications of AI and automation in enhancing financial operations.

Game Changers Stage

09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Session - AI & Automation in Finance: Beyond the Buzz

A hands-on session demonstrating AI tools transforming financial processes.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Talk - Decoding Sustainable Finance: ESG Meets ROI

Understanding the intersection of sustainability initiatives and financial returns.

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Fireside - From CFO to Founder: When Finance Leads the Leap

Personal journeys of finance professionals transitioning into entrepreneurial roles.

01:00 PM - 01:15 PM

Keynote - The Silicon Valley Opportunities Hiding in Your Balance Sheet

Identifying untapped opportunities within financial statements inspired by Silicon Valley practices.

01:15 PM - 01:45 PM

Talk - FinOps & the Cloud: Mastering Cost in a Digital World

Managing financial operations effectively in cloud-based environments.

02:00 PM - 02:45 PM

Fireside - From Data to Dollars: The Power of Financial Storytelling

Crafting compelling financial narratives to drive business decisions.

02:45 PM - 03:45 PM

Session - The Finance Lab: Real-Time Problem Solving with Emerging Tools

Interactive problem-solving using the latest financial technologies.

Talent Hub Stage

09:30 AM - 10:15 AM

Fireside - The FinTalent Edge: Future Proofing your career

Strategies for finance professionals to adapt and thrive in a changing landscape.

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM

Talk - Young Talent and Future-Ready Skills

Preparing the next generation with skills essential for future financial roles.

11:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Keynote - Financial foresight in VUCA time

Navigating financial planning amid Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity.

11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

Session - Redefining leadership in finance

Evolving leadership roles and expectations in the modern financial sector.

01:00 PM - 01:30 PM

Talk - The CFO-CIO Alliance, leading digital finance information

Enhancing collaboration between finance and IT for digital transformation.

02:00 PM - 02:45 PM

Fireside - Finance in the age of AI: Upskilling vs Replacing

Balancing technological advancements with workforce development.

02:45 PM - 03:45 PM

Session - Building the future finance workforce

Developing strategies to cultivate a resilient and skilled financial workforce.

Orlov Room

09:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Debt restructuring and refinancing

Approaches to managing and optimizing corporate debt structures.

12:15 PM - 02:15 PM

Global Transaction Banking Emerging Market Products and Developments

Exploring new products and trends in global transaction banking.

Hope Room

09:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Financial Planning and Analysis toolkit (PowerBI and Tabule)

Utilizing advanced tools for effective financial analysis and planning.

12:15 PM - 02:15 PM

Why we do what we do

Reflecting on the purpose and impact of our financial endeavors.

Florentine Room

09:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Relationship management (Banking)

Building and maintaining strong client relationships in the banking sector.

12:15 PM - 02:15 PM

Project Finance VS Corporate Finance

Comparing and contrasting project-based and corporate financial strategies.

Shah Room

09:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Never split the difference (Chris voss)

Applying negotiation techniques from Chris Voss to financial contexts.

12:15 PM - 02:15 PM

Asset management in Emerging Market

Strategies for managing assets effectively in emerging market economies.

Venue

COnFERENCE Venue

Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski, Cairo, Egypt

Standing majestically in the heart of New Cairo, Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski reflects a seamless fusion of Egyptian hospitality and European elegance.

September 06, 2025

Learn

The AFP Future of Finance | Cairo 2025 panels, keynotes, discussions and presentations create a variety of key takeaways for you and your team. Gain knowledge and hear from thought leaders with years of experience in the field. The AFP Future of Finance | Cairo 2025 is an event where you are able to share your thoughts and get a fresh perspective.

Connect

The AFP Future of Finance | Cairo 2025 is a great chance to network with like-minded financial professionals and industry peers. The AFP Future of Finance | Cairo 2025 brings together people from all different practice areas and backgrounds, making it a great way to connect with a vast network of professionals.

Grow

The finance industry is ever-evolving, rapidly changing and constantly innovating. Getting out of the office, whether the office is an executive suite or a cubicle, is crucial to avoid stagnation.

Tickets

COnFERENCE Tickets

REGISTER NOW

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AFP Member

$155

Fast-track registration
Special member ID cards
Members-Only Roundtables
Members-Only Networking Lounge
Complimentary valet parking

Non-Member

$195

$165

Full-access event pass

Corporate Ticket

$1,890

Company logo featured on participating companies backdrop
Dedicated social media announcement highlighting your participation
8 full-access event passes for your team and guests

CONTACT US

We will accept all your inquiries on the following contacts

ADDRESS

75-77 Degla Plaza, Degla Street 199, Maadi Assarayat Al Gharbeyah, 6th floor, Maadi, Cairo, Egypt

PHONE NUMBER

+20 127 704 4024 /+20 127 620 9989

EMAIL

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Agenda

COnFERENCE aGENDA

Exhibit Hall

Main Stage

Game Changers Stage

Talent Hub Stage

Orlov Room

Hope Room

Florentine Room

Shah Room

Event Title

08:00 AM , 60 Min

Registrations Open

09:00 AM , 60 Min

Morning Break

11:00 AM , 75 Min

Noon Break

01:30 PM , 75 Min

Lite Menu Break

10:00 AM , 15 Min

Keynote - Why we do what we do?

10:15 AM , 45 Min

Panel - Sustainable Finance: Integrating ESG into Financial Strategies

11:00 AM , 15 Min

Keynote - NBFI as an economical Success Partner for Banking Sector

11:45 AM , 45 Min

Panel - What Treasurers DO when banks say NO!

12:30 PM , 15 Min

Keynote - Safe Havens and Smart Risks: Navigating the Investment Triangle of Gold, Real Estate, and Funds in MEA

12:45 PM , 45 Min

Panel - Financial Inclusion: Leveraging Technology to Serve the Underserved

02:30 PM , 45 Min

Panel - Get out of mismatching tenure dilemma

03:15 PM , 15 Min

Keynote - FX Insights and Strategies: Forecasting in Economic Turbulence

03:30 PM , 45 Min

Panel - AI & Automation in Finance: Beyond the Buzz

This year is your ultimate chance to join us

Venue

COnFERENCE Venue

Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski, Cairo, Egypt

September 06, 2025

Learn

Connect

Grow

Tickets

COnFERENCE Tickets

REGISTER NOW

WE ARE WAITING FOR YOU

AFP Member

$155

Non-Member

$195

$165

Corporate Ticket

$1,890

Option to purchase MEMBERSHIP at an additional 750 SAR Special price only at time of registration

Option to purchase MEMBERSHIP at an additional 750 SAR
Special price only at time of registration