Why Attend Splash EMEA: Navigating How to Take Finance Further

Let’s face it: The days of simply reporting performance are long behind us. Today, finance leaders are under pressure from every direction — boards want sharper insights, investors expect faster decisions, and internal teams are looking for strategic guidance. The role of finance has ultimately evolved from scorekeeper to navigator, creating a shift that demands new tools, new strategies, and a new kind of leadership.

That’s the heart of Splash EMEA. By bringing strategy and innovation together, the conference creates an environment where finance professionals can exchange ideas, challenge assumptions, and explore what’s possible. Attendees come to sharpen their skills, rethink their approach, and leave with fresh energy and insights to lead with confidence.

This October, from the 14th to the 15th, Splash EMEA lands in London at The Brewery, a venue that blends historic charm with a vibrant atmosphere. Whether you’re already part of the OneStream community or just starting to explore what’s possible, Splash offers the same benefits. It’s your chance to connect with peers, hear from industry leaders, and get inspired by what’s next.

One of the big ideas we’re diving into this year is the artificial intelligence (AI) readiness gap. That gap represents the growing divide between the promise of AI and the reality of finance teams’ readiness to use it. At Splash, you’ll get to explore ways to close that gap — how to align your tech stack, rethink your data strategy, and lead with confidence. You’ll hear how finance AI can help you make sense of performance numbers, not just in hindsight but also in real time. And you’ll walk away with a clearer view of how to forecast for the unknowns ahead.

The Splash keynotes are always a highlight, and this year’s lineup is no exception.

Susannah Streeter, a former BBC journalist and an award-winning financial commentator, will bring her sharp economic insights and media savvy to the stage.

Tom Shea, OneStream’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), will share the company’s vision for empowering finance to lead through volatility. He’ll emphasize that, in today’s era of uncertainty, finance professionals are the heroes that businesses rely on to steer through risk and toward opportunity. Plus, he’ll spotlight how OneStream’s unified, AI-powered platform is designed to simplify complexity and eliminate non-value-added work. Through those benefits, finance teams can become strategic partners to the business.

Craig Colby, President of OneStream, will spotlight customer success stories and the innovations driving such success. These sessions will set the tone for a conference focused on resilience, transformation, and leadership.

As the event unfolds, you’ll find sessions tailored to wherever you are in your journey.

For example, our talks on Genesis offer a look at new product capabilities and how they fit into your finance roadmap. ESG sessions will explore how finance teams are leading the charge on sustainability and navigating the ever-evolving compliance landscape. Yet these sessions aren’t just presentations — they’re conversations designed to help you turn insight into action.

To make it easy for you to find the right fit, Splash EMEA is organized into four tracks:

• The Foundation Track focuses on building a base to take finance further and getting the most from the platform.
• The Deep Dive Track goes deep into the technical details and mastering the system.
• The Customer Heroes Track brings real-world stories to the forefront — lessons learned, game-changing implementations, and the people behind them.
• The Thought Leadership Track introduces strategy to inspiration, with sessions that explore what’s emerging, evolving, and disruptive in the world of finance.

On Wednesday afternoon, there’s also a special moment you won’t want to miss: the Women in Finance panel scheduled from 13:00 to 14:00. We’ll share data from our groundbreaking new research, The Glass Chair, revealing the skills driving women’s leadership in finance today. Here’s what our expert panel will discuss:

1. Why top-performing female chief financial officers (CFOs) are outpacing their peers
2. What leadership personas women most often embody
3. Which critical capabilities — such as digital literacy and strategic leadership — are shaping the next generation of finance leaders

And then there’s Splash Night Out at The Folly on Wednesday evening. After a full day of learning and networking, you’ll get a chance to unwind and celebrate. This signature social event is all about connection, energy, and fun. Expect great entertainment, lively conversations, and a chance to recharge with the best minds in finance.

At its core, Splash EMEA is where OneStream’s vision comes to life. It’s about helping finance teams be ready for whatever comes next. It’s about going beyond reporting to truly steering the business. It’s about reducing risk, unlocking growth, and using unified data and embedded AI to drive performance. After all, modern finance isn’t just about numbers — it’s also about navigating complexity with clarity. And Splash is where that journey begins.

So are you ready to experience what’s next? Join us in London, and be part of the movement. Register now to secure your spot.