ICAI Dallas Hosts 2025 Mega Conference on “The Future of Finance” at UT Dallas, Showcasing Next-Generation Finance Leadership
The ICAI Dallas (DFW) Chapter successfully hosted its flagship 2025 Mega Conference, “The Future of Finance – A Bold Blueprint for the Next Quantum Leap in Finance Transformation,” on November 15, 2025, at the prestigious University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center. The event marked one of the largest and most impactful gatherings for finance professionals in the region, emphasizing innovation, automation, and the role of technology in shaping the next era of corporate finance.
Spanning a full day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the conference drew approximately 140 delegates from across the United States, including senior executives, finance professionals, and thought leaders from diverse industries. Attendees engaged in a comprehensive program that blended keynote presentations, curated panel discussions, fireside chats, and interactive networking sessions, all designed to provide actionable insights, strategic roadmaps, and real-world case studies for finance transformation in an increasingly digital world.
Agenda Highlights: Automation, AI, and Autonomous Enterprises
The conference agenda was meticulously structured to cover the most critical trends and innovations transforming finance today. Topics included automation at scale, agentification of finance operations, AI-enabled decision-making, cloud ERP strategy, governance and controls, and the transition toward autonomous enterprises. Sessions were designed to not only explore theoretical frameworks but also showcase practical examples of technology-driven finance transformations implemented in leading organizations.
Delegates were exposed to actionable strategies for integrating advanced technologies into existing finance processes, with sessions emphasizing measurable outcomes such as operational efficiency, cost optimization, and enhanced governance. The focus on enterprise modernization highlighted how organizations can navigate disruptive technologies while ensuring compliance, transparency, and value creation.
ICAI Dallas’ growing prominence as a thought leader was underscored by the high-level participation of CA. Charanjot Singh Nanda, President of ICAI India, who delivered a live address from New Delhi, emphasizing the global relevance of finance transformation and ICAI Dallas’ role in fostering thought leadership within the U.S. finance community.
Leadership and Keynote Addresses
The event was hosted by CA. Manasa Srinivasamoorthy and CA. Aditi Thombre, both of whom guided the conference program with precision and energy. The opening keynote was delivered by Chair CA. Srima Ranganathan, who highlighted the chapter’s rapid growth, its vibrant event portfolio, and its impact on shaping next-generation finance practices.
During her address, CA. Ranganathan welcomed notable guests including Isreal Miller, President of TXCPA Dallas Chapter, and Professor Suresh Radhakrishnan of UT Dallas, celebrating longstanding collaborations with both institutions. She emphasized that these partnerships serve as a foundation for continued innovation and knowledge sharing within the regional finance ecosystem.
Distinguished Speakers and Thought Leaders
The conference featured a stellar line-up of speakers representing a wide spectrum of industries and disciplines. Notable participants included:
- Jay Thompson, CPA, VP of Accounting, FedEx
- Thomas Fleming, MBA, VP of Finance Modernization, AT&T
- CA. Atul Chadha, AVP, AT&T
- CA. Hitesh Ramani, CPA, CAO & Deputy CFO, UiPath
- CA. Phani Ilapakurty, CMA, CFE, EA, Partner, Cherry Bekaert
- CA. Nitesh Bansal, CEO, R Systems
- Joe Wilson, Global CTO, Workday
- CA. Ashwath Athrey Swaminathan, MD, Accenture
- CA. Manish Gundecha, Head of Business Transformation, HP
- Deepak Seth, IIT & IIM Alumni, Gartner Expert
- Nirav Kanakia, CEO, Credain
- Steve Conlon, VP, Ziosk
- CA. Navneet Sharma, Partner, KNAV US
- Hemant Madaan, MBA, CEO, AptaCloud
- Shirley Devlin-Lebow, CPA, CAO, Everbridge
- CA. Padam Bansal, Cloud ERP, Deloitte
- Srinivas Thota, MBA, CEO, RS Integrators
- Aravind Kamireddy, MBA, CEO, itCater
- Alok Gupta, MBA, IIT Alumni, Founding Partner, U-Lead
These thought leaders shared insights into AI-driven operating models, automation at scale, enterprise modernization, digital finance transformation, and cloud ERP optimization. Through their presentations and panel discussions, attendees gained exposure to emerging finance technologies, best practices for digital adoption, and strategies for achieving competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving environment.
ICAI Dallas Board Leadership Recognition
The ICAI Dallas Board of Directors — Chair CA. Srima Ranganathan, Secretary CA. Sri Vaddadi, Treasurer CA. Suman Jakka, Director CA. Nilakantha (Nil) Mishra, and Director CA. Baiju Kootakil — were formally recognized for their exceptional leadership and strategic guidance in organizing the conference. Their efforts ensured a high-quality program and seamless execution, reinforcing the chapter’s reputation as a premier finance thought leadership hub in the U.S.
Community Engagement and Special Guests
The conference also attracted leaders from local government and community organizations. Frisco City Council members Burt Thakur and Jared Elad, along with Frisco community leader Suresh Manduva, attended to engage with finance professionals and support ICAI Dallas’ initiatives. Nonprofit and professional leaders such as Amit Kumar (Treasurer, IIT North Texas), Rajiv Kamat (President, Indian Association of North Texas), and representatives from IIM USA Dallas and TiE Dallas chapters were formally felicitated for their contributions and partnership with the chapter.
Sponsorship and Strategic Support
The success of the 2025 Mega Conference was made possible by the generous support of ICAI Dallas’ sponsors.
Diamond Sponsors: KNAV, AM Analytics CPA Inc, Wealth Planning Advisory Group, RS Integrators, Re-Vive.
Gold Sponsors: UT Dallas, Sigmasoft.AI, Ruchi Gupta CPA LLC, Ranjeet Koirala CPA PC, Marya Leadership Academy, Hareli Fresh Market, Yagna iQ, ICICI Bank, Docyt.
Silver Sponsors: Saravana Creations, Savvy Business Solutions Pvt Ltd, Ascend Global.
In addition, ICAI Dallas expressed its gratitude to its Advisory Board, subcommittee leaders, volunteers, and well-wishers, whose dedication ensured a successful and impactful conference.
Driving Future Finance Leadership
Building on the momentum from this flagship event, ICAI Dallas is committed to delivering even larger, high-impact conferences and workshops in the coming years. The chapter plans to focus on emerging topics critical to the finance sector, including AI adoption, cloud ERP strategies, automation, blockchain in finance, ESG reporting, and autonomous enterprise models.
By fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and professional communities, ICAI Dallas aims to strengthen the U.S. finance ecosystem and provide a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and strategic innovation. The 2025 Mega Conference demonstrated the chapter’s ability to convene leaders, drive meaningful dialogue, and accelerate finance transformation across sectors.
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