HerFinance Circle: The FD of Tomorrow: Leading Finance in a Changing World

Schedule

Wed Dec 02 2026 at 05:30 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC+00:00
Location

Banyan Bar & Kitchen - Leeds | Leeds, EN

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An evening of networking and honest discussion for female finance leaders, featuring a live panel of experienced CFOs discussing leadership.
About this Event

Join us for the next HerFinance Circle event - an evening designed for ambitious female finance leaders who want to connect, share experiences and hear honest insights from women working at the forefront of finance.

On Wednesday 2nd December, 5.30pm – 8.30pm at Banyan in Leeds, we'll be hosting a live panel discussion exploring how the role of the Finance Director is changing, the increasing expectations placed on finance leaders and what it takes to lead successful finance teams in a changing business environment.

Alongside the discussion, there will be plenty of opportunity for networking, delicious buffet food and drinks.

Live Panel Discussion: The FD of Tomorrow – Leading Finance in a Changing World

Our confirmed panellists so far are:

  • Fiona Barker – Finance Director and Transformation Specialist
  • Rachel Smith – Fractional CFO and Founder of Grow Accounting
  • Lucy Mason - Finance Director - EMEA, Farnell Global

The discussion will be hosted by Jenny Martin, Director at Headstar.

Together, they will share honest experiences and practical insights around:

  • How the role of the Finance Director is evolving
  • The growing importance of commercial and strategic leadership
  • The impact of AI, automation and technology on finance teams
  • Leading people and managing change
  • Balancing strategic responsibilities with operational demands
  • The skills and experience future finance leaders will need


Event Agenda:

  • 5.30pm: Welcome Drink & Networking
  • 6pm: Live Panel Discussion
  • 6.30pm: Buffet and Networking
  • 8.30pm: Close


Date: Wednesday 2nd December 2026, 5.30pm – 8.30pm

Location: Banyan, 2 City Square, Leeds LS1 2ES

Price: £15 + VAT

Ticket includes a welcome Prosecco (or soft drink) and a delicious evening buffet.

Spaces are limited for this event.


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Where is it happening?

Banyan Bar & Kitchen - Leeds, 2 City Square, Leeds, United Kingdom

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Tickets

GBP 16.96

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