7:15 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
- Doors Open and Badge Pick-up on 9th Floor
8:00 – 8:30 a.m.
- Continental Breakfast and Networking with Exhibitors
8:30 – 8:40 a.m.
- Welcoming Remarks from MFM and NMCP
8:40 – 9:40 a.m.
- The State of the US and the New Data Economy
Session highlights:
- Discover the top systemic risk factors to monitor using the “Little Trucks” methodology
- Learn the best states for infrastructure, capital, and quality of life - and more
- Understand the intersection of data, electrification, AI databases, and data centers
- Shed light on the new world of global data integration and global databases - through peace, and war
- How to stay positive and focus on growing revenues while managing risk
About the speaker:
Back by popular demand, Richard Hastings, CCE, will once again bring his unique perspective based on his personal research to MFM/NMCP Credit Conference. Richard previously served as the Macro Strategist at Seaport Global Securities, LLC, where he was renowned for his forecasts of complicated events, including the Great Financial Crisis (forecast in early 2007); the Trump electoral college win (forecast a month before the election, with nearly surgical precision); weather and energy events; and the great inflation outbreak of 2021-2022. Richard previously served as a commercial credit professional specializing in the retailing industry and consumer behavior. Richard is a lifetime Certified Credit Executive with the National Association of Credit Management. Richard continues to serve as an independent economist while also serving as a project manager and data specialist at global banks at his home base in Charlotte, North Carolina.
9:45 – 10:35 a.m.
- Hyper-Automation Opportunities for Order-to-Cash with Robotics and Gen AI
Session Highlights:
Learn how hyper-automation can unlock the potential of your media company’s order-to-cash processes at scale by moving beyond a single technology solution and developing a strategic approach toward leveraging the combined use of RPA, AI, Gen AI and other automation tools to drive efficiencies, strengthen controls, and provide enhanced financial insights to drive business value. The presenters will review the best-fit for single or hyper-automated application of RPA, AI, Gen AI technology as well as share actual order-to-cash use cases and videos of hyper-automation in action!
10:35 – 11:05 a.m.
- Networking Break in the Exhibit Area
11:05 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
- The Jetsons Meet the Credit Department: Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact on Credit Professionals
- Presentation
Session highlights:
After decades in development, artificial intelligence technology has entered the mainstream and is advancing at a lightning pace. This presentation will first provide a brief introduction to artificial intelligence and the potential uses of AI in the credit department. The speakers will then discuss the risks created by the fast-paced AI environment, the importance of AI policies and procedures, and how to create AI policies and procedures that are actionable and operational. The speakers will also discuss various generative and analytical AI tools, provide real-world examples of using AI in the credit decisioning and collection processes, and discuss practical risks and pitfalls of AI. The speakers will finally discuss regulatory considerations implicating credit decisions that rely on AI, and how AI can both help detect fraud and increase opportunities for fraud in the credit industry.
About the speakers:
Kathleen A. McGee, Partner, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
With close to two decades of experience as a prosecutor and leading regulator, including as Bureau Chief of the New York Attorney General’s Bureau of Internet and Technology, Kathleen A. McGee is a highly accomplished attorney with a unique and valuable skill set. Kathleen regularly leverages her extensive experience in the public sector by representing clients before federal, state, and local law enforcement and regulators on issues ranging from criminal and civil investigations before the DOJ, SEC, FTC, and state attorneys general, to commercial disputes and advisory matters involving technology, data commodification, cybersecurity and privacy, consumer protection issues, Artificial Intelligence, and data governance. Clients benefit from both her sophisticated grasp of technology-related criminal matters and her on-the-ground experience as a lead prosecutor in both jury and bench trials.
Bruce S. Nathan, Partner, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
With more than 40 years of experience in the bankruptcy and insolvency field, Bruce Nathan is a recognized leader nationwide in trade creditor rights and the representation of trade creditors in bankruptcy and other legal matters. He has represented trade and other unsecured creditors, unsecured creditors' committees, secured creditors, and other interested parties in many of the larger Chapter 11 cases that have been filed. Bruce also handles letters of credit, guarantees, security, consignment, bailment, tolling, and other agreements and legal credit issues for the credit departments of institutional clients.
Andrew Behlmann, Partner, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Andrew Behlmann leverages his background in corporate finance and management to approach restructuring problems, both in and out of court, from a practical, results-oriented perspective. With a focus on building consensus among multiple parties that have competing priorities, Andrew is equally at home both in and out of the courtroom, and he has a track record of turning financial distress into positive business outcomes. Clients value his counsel in complex Chapter 11 cases, where he represents debtors, creditors' committees, purchasers, and investors. Andrew writes and speaks frequently about bankruptcy matters and financial issues. Before becoming a lawyer, he worked in senior financial management at a midsize, privately held company.
12:20 – 1:15 p.m.
1:15 – 2:10 p.m.
- Credit, Collections, and Order-to-Cash Professionals Roundtable
2:15 – 3:10 p.m.
- Data & Analytics Applications for Credit & A/R Professionals
About the speakers
Jeff Braunstein, Director - Partnerships & Trade Data, has over 30 years of experience with leading corporate and nonprofit organizations in the commercial information and managed services industry. In-depth knowledge of technology and the rapid pace of change for the business world. Worked with many Fortune 1000 companies to provide a myriad of business solutions. At Creditsafe will be responsible for enhancing the US commercial data network that provides business insights on millions of US businesses and be part of the team providing the world’s largest global commercial information network. Prior to Creditsafe was at Vengroff Williams responsible for introducing Business Process Innovation with a focus upon Strategic, Transformative, and Lasting Labor Arbitrage for the Invoice to Cash and Revenue Cycle Management Process. Prior to that was responsible for Cortera’s strategic partnerships and managed domestic and international third-party commercial data distribution. Held a similar position with Experian and was a senior executive with the National Association of Credit Management.
Yesinne Alvarez, Leader, Partnerships, Alliances & Trade Data, is a leadership professional with diverse discipline expertise in Relationship Management, Project Management, Business Development and Talent Acquisition. Throughout her career, Yesinne has volunteered her time to speak at credit organizations throughout the US on the subjects of Best Practices and Trends in the Order to Cash field and the impact of Automation on the Discipline. She has previously served as the President of the Federation of Credit & Financial Professionals from 2008 -2013 and again from 2017 to 2020.
3:15 – 3:45 p.m.
- Networking Break in the Exhibit Area
3:45 – 4:35 p.m.
- Credit Risk Mitigation: A New Perspective Starting with the Credit App
- Presentation
Session highlights:
Learn how automation and software can improve and streamline your credit granting processes and prevent fraud. Best practices will be shared to help credit departments save time and quantify risk effectively through a digital solution.
About the Speakers:
Sean McCaffrey is the Business Development Manager at Bectran. Sean graduated from Marquette University College of Business with a bachelor’s in finance. Over the last 4 years, Sean has focused on consulting with companies to uncover their pain points in the Credit/AR departments and implement the necessary tools needed to streamline their order-to-cash cycle. Sean is also responsible for managing Bectran’s Business Development team.
Dominic Biegel has been with Bectran for the last 10 years. Dominic graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a bachelor’s in economics. As Director, Sales, he is responsible for the entire Bectran sales process and sales team. Dominic also works to establish Bectran’s national presence through CRF & other organizations and handles direct sales for Enterprise level accounts. He is also responsible for leading the growth of Bectran from its early stages to the industry leader in O2C software it is today.
4:40 – 5:25 p.m.
- Unlocking Leadership Potential: The Power of Perspective and Choice
Session highlights:
The conference concludes with a leadership presentation that will transform the way you think about our roles as leaders and the profound impact we have on our organizations and teams. Learn how to channel your passion and innovation to get the most out of your team. Move beyond a single view that limits the creative power and diverse perspectives within your team and unlock a spectrum of possibilities, fostering an environment where every voice thrives.
About the speaker:
Deborah Newman is Grant Thornton’s Media & Entertainment Industry Leader with over 25 years of experience in the industry including as the head of Global Compliance & Business Process Improvement at Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., and prior to that as an Entertainment partner in the audit practice at PricewaterhouseCoopers. She has deep expertise in global entertainment businesses including broadcast television, filmed content production, theatrical and home entertainment. During her expansive career, Deborah has worked with multi-national companies to solve numerous complex challenges such as changing international regulatory standards, financial reporting challenges, operational challenges in unique entertainment specific areas such as participations and residuals, and change management due to mergers, acquisitions, significant business process and technology changes.
5:25 – 5:30 p.m.
- Closing Remarks from MFM and NMCP
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
- Cocktail Reception with Exhibitors and Sponsors
