25th Annual Kansas City CFO Seminar
October 22, 2026Join Forvis Mazars for a complimentary, CPE-eligible seminar designed for finance leaders navigating an increasingly complex business environment. This year’s program will explore several of the most pressing priorities facing organizations today, including building and retaining a future-ready workforce, making effective capital allocation decisions amid economic uncertainty, and preparing for the transformative impact of artificial intelligence.
Attendees will gain insights from industry leaders and executives on how organizations are attracting and developing talent, aligning investment decisions with long-term business objectives, and leveraging emerging technologies to drive innovation and growth. Whether you are focused on workforce strategy, financial planning, operational effectiveness, or strategic leadership, this program will provide practical perspectives and actionable takeaways to help inform your organization’s future.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to:
- Identify key workforce trends and strategies organizations are using to attract, develop, and retain talent in a rapidly changing business environment.
- Evaluate considerations and best practices for capital allocation and strategic decision-making during periods of market uncertainty.
- Assess the potential implications of advanced artificial intelligence technologies on business operations, workforce transformation, and competitive advantage.
- Recognize practical opportunities to align talent, capital, and technology investments to support long-term organizational growth and success.
Location
Kansas City Public Library: Plaza Branch – Lower Level
4801 Main St.
Kansas City, MO 64112
Program Agenda
| Thursday, October 22, 2026 | |||
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| Length in Minutes | Start/End Times | Title/Topic | Speaker/Moderator |
| 5 | 1:00-1:05 | Opening Remarks | Rachel Dwiggins, Forvis Mazars |
| 50 | 1:05-1:55 | Kansas City’s Next Decade | Tim Cowden, KCADC |
| 10 | 1:55-2:05 | Break | |
| 50 | 2:05-2:55 | Capital Allocation and Wealth Strategy in Uncertain Markets | Wyatt Jenkins, Brandon Reed, Nick Withrow, Forvis Mazars |
| 10 | 2:55-3:05 | Break | |
| 50 | 3:05-3:55 | AI & Automation in Finance | Lanny Morrow, Forvis Mazars Panelists:
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| 5 | 3:55-4:00 | Closing Comments | Rachel Dwiggins, Forvis Mazars |
| 60 | 4:00 – 5:00 | Cocktail Reception | Drinks & Hors d’oeuvres |
CPE Information
3.00 CPE Credit(s) (pending approval)
Three CPE credits (pending approval) in the Specialized Knowledge field of study may be awarded upon verification of participant attendance during live broadcast.
Who’s This For
CEOs, CFOs, finance leaders, and other executives.
Prerequisites
None
Delivery Method
Group Live. Each attendee must check in and enter all codewords to earn CPE.
Refund Policy
There is no fee associated with this event.
Program Level
Basic
Recommended Field of Study
Specialized Knowledge
Advanced Preparation
None
If you have concerns or would like information regarding program cancellation policies or CPE credit, contact us at [email protected].
Forvis Mazars, LLP is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
Presenter(s)
Nick Withrow, Brandon Reed, Wyatt Jenkins, Lanny Morrow, Rachel Dwiggins, Tim Cowden - KCADC, Cody Fox - CEO of Backyard Discovery, Pat McClain - Principal at Five Elms Capital, Adam Starr - CIO at OPM