The Cherry Bekaert 2026 Technology Summit brought together finance leaders, IT professionals, technology providers, and business decision-makers to discuss the evolving role of technology in finance transformation and business modernization.
This recap highlights key themes from the event, including finance modernization, digital transformation, data integration, AI adoption, ERP modernization, cybersecurity, and analytics. Attendees shared perspectives on the challenges organizations face as they work to modernize operations, improve decision-making, and bridge the gap between technology investment and measurable business outcomes.
The summit was inspired by findings from Cherry Bekaert's 2025 Middle Market CFO Survey, which revealed strong demand for finance modernization and data integration, alongside growing interest in practical applications of artificial intelligence. Through discussions, networking, and educational sessions, participants explored strategies for moving from experimentation to implementation while maintaining governance and control.
