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TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T133000 DTSTAMP:20261110T113957Z CREATED:20261019T202133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T113957Z UID:198093-1794916800-1794922200@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Protecting Margins at Scale: Taming Cloud-Native & AI Telemetry Costs DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/protecting-margins-at-scale-taming-cloud-native-ai-telemetry-costs-cortex-xcor-nov17/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T203000 DTSTAMP:20261109T110638Z CREATED:20260914T111944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T110638Z UID:197414-1794936600-1794947400@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Connected Intelligence: Building the Data Foundation for the Autonomous Enterprise DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/connected-intelligence-turning-enterprise-ai-into-trusted-action-sap-microsoft-ignite-san-francisco/ LOCATION:Mastro’s Steakhouse | San Francisco\, 399 Geary St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-San-Francisco-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T161957Z CREATED:20260810T093327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T161957Z UID:196664-1794938400-1794949200@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:The Future of Finance: Leading the AI-Powered Enterprise DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/the-future-of-finance-leading-the-ai-powered-enterprise-kpmg-sap-new-york/ LOCATION:Riverpark\, 450 E 29TH STREET\, New York\, NY\, NY 10016\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/new-york-new-york-usa-midtown-manhattan-skyline-2025-03-24-00-25-24-utc-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20261117T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20261117T210000 DTSTAMP:20261105T104944Z CREATED:20261102T133006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T104944Z UID:198196-1794942000-1794949200@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Replacing Legacy SaaS with Agentic Workflows: A Private Dinner with Sanofi's CDO DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/replacing-legacy-saas-with-agentic-workflows-a-private-dinner-with-sanofis-cdo-paris-elementum/ LOCATION:Restaurant Le Gabriel | Paris\, 42 Av. Gabriel\, Paris\, Paris\, 75008\, France CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-Paris-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T133000 DTSTAMP:20261103T151637Z CREATED:20261103T151128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T151637Z UID:198246-1795003200-1795008600@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Turning Institutional Knowledge into an Operational Advantage DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/turning-institutional-knowledge-into-an-operational-advantage-graphon-nov18/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T210000 DTSTAMP:20261105T104956Z CREATED:20261102T134228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T104956Z UID:198199-1795028400-1795035600@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Replacing Legacy SaaS with Agentic Workflows: A Private Dinner with Sanofi's CDO DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/replacing-legacy-saas-with-agentic-workflows-a-private-dinner-with-sanofis-cdo-london-elementum/ LOCATION:Brooklands by Claude Bosi | London\, 1 Grosvenor Pl\, London\, London\, SW1X 7HJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-London-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T123000 DTSTAMP:20261110T114100Z CREATED:20261102T135758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T114100Z UID:198201-1795086000-1795091400@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Ending the De-Instrumentation Tax: Telemetry Governance and High-Cardinality Control at Scale DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/ending-the-de-instrumentation-tax-telemetry-governance-and-high-cardinality-control-at-scale-cortex-xcor-google-cloud-nov19/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T210000 DTSTAMP:20261103T184027Z CREATED:20261001T130813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T184027Z UID:197803-1795111200-1795122000@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Built for Growth: Creating the Connected Enterprise DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/built-for-growth-creating-the-connected-enterprise-sap-answerthink-boston/ LOCATION:Rochambeau\, 900 Boylston St\, Boston\, MA 02115 CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-Boston-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T210000 DTSTAMP:20261028T160628Z CREATED:20261012T123009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T160628Z UID:197975-1795111200-1795122000@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:From Connected to Agentic: Building the Supply Chain Foundation AI Actually Needs DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/from-connected-to-agentic-building-the-supply-chain-foundation-ai-actually-needs-sap-westernacher-new-york/ LOCATION:Zuma New York\, 261 Madison Avenue\, New York City\, NY\, NY 10016\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-New-York-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T113000 DTSTAMP:20260827T090410Z CREATED:20260821T124111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T090410Z UID:197079-1795168800-1795174200@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Human Connection in the Age of AI: Why Trust and Relationships are Becoming the Ultimate Competitive Advantage DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/human-connection-in-the-age-of-ai-why-trust-and-relationships-are-becoming-the-ultimate-competitive-advantage-nov20/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T123000 DTSTAMP:20261102T104955Z CREATED:20261102T104922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261102T104955Z UID:198184-1795172400-1795177800@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Toward the Self-Healing SOC: Can Security Operations Learn Faster than Attackers? DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/toward-the-self-healing-soc-can-security-operations-learn-faster-than-attackers-qevlar-nov20/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T123000 DTSTAMP:20261027T130955Z CREATED:20261019T195059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T130955Z UID:198071-1795518000-1795523400@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Margin Under Pressure: Building a More Responsive Supply Chain in an Era of Constant Disruption DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/margin-under-pressure-building-a-more-responsive-supply-chain-in-an-era-of-constant-disruption-sap-ntt-data-nov24/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T210000 DTSTAMP:20261104T134523Z CREATED:20260922T112206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T134523Z UID:197661-1795629600-1795640400@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:The Hidden Energy Opportunity: Driving Resilient\, High-Performing Multi-Site Operations DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/the-hidden-energy-opportunity-driving-resilient-high-performing-multi-site-operations-schneider-electric-london/ LOCATION:Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill | London\, 11-15 Swallow St\, Piccadilly\, London\, W1B 4DG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-London-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T210000 DTSTAMP:20261110T153155Z CREATED:20261008T090458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T153155Z UID:197890-1796148000-1796158800@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Your Company Already Knows the Answer: Turning Institutional Knowledge into an Operational Advantage DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/your-company-already-knows-the-answer-turning-institutional-knowledge-into-an-operational-advantage-graphon-nyc/ LOCATION:New York City\, TBD\, New York\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-New-York-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T210000 DTSTAMP:20261105T173704Z CREATED:20261008T110406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T173704Z UID:197921-1796148000-1796158800@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Protecting Margin\, Building Resilience\, and Competing in an AI-Driven Market DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/protecting-margin-building-resilience-and-competing-in-an-ai-driven-market-sap-ntt-data/ LOCATION:Electric Room | New York\, 355 W 16th St\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-New-York-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261202T210000 DTSTAMP:20261113T162504Z CREATED:20260914T115257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261113T162504Z UID:197447-1796234400-1796245200@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Built for Growth: Modernizing the Business Foundation for What Comes Next for AI Cloud ERP DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/built-for-whats-next-creating-the-autonomous-enterprise-foundation-for-ai-at-scale-sap-aws-reinvent-las-vegas/ LOCATION:Smith & Wollensky | Las Vegas\, 3377 S Las Vegas Blvd The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/RR_LVCVA_Strip_Caesars_Bellagio_Paris_SM_1__704abf3c-7d0a-4d56-ae67-3167dc7784b4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T210000 DTSTAMP:20261105T120107Z CREATED:20261103T154657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T120107Z UID:198254-1796234400-1796245200@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:From AI Ambition to Enterprise Value: Five Shifts Redefining the Enterprise in 2027 DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/from-ai-ambition-to-enterprise-value-five-shifts-redefining-the-enterprise-in-2027-ibm-london/ LOCATION:London\, TBD\, London\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-London-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T130000 DTSTAMP:20261105T152639Z CREATED:20261026T134446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T152639Z UID:198119-1796288400-1796302800@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Frontier Innovation Series: Redefining Corporate Legal with Agentic AI DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/frontier-innovation-series-redefining-corporate-legal-with-agentic-ai-microsoft-new-york/ LOCATION:Microsoft Innovation Hub\, 11 Times Square\, 7th Floor (Between 41st & 42nd Streets on 8th Ave.)\, New York City\, NY\, 10036\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-New-York-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T123000 DTSTAMP:20260827T090257Z CREATED:20260821T124859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T090257Z UID:197081-1796295600-1796301000@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Human Connection in the Age of AI: Why Trust and Relationships are Becoming the Ultimate Competitive Advantage DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/human-connection-in-the-age-of-ai-why-trust-and-relationships-are-becoming-the-ultimate-competitive-advantage-dec3/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T210000 DTSTAMP:20261016T144100Z CREATED:20260819T144447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T144100Z UID:197052-1796320800-1796331600@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Evolving From Technology Provider to Strategic Partner DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/evolving-from-technology-provider-to-strategic-partner-comcast-business-dallas/ LOCATION:Chamberlain’s Steak & Fish\, 5330 Belt Line Rd\, Dallas\, TX 75254\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-Dallas-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T210000 DTSTAMP:20261106T110338Z CREATED:20261106T105913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261106T110338Z UID:198334-1796320800-1796331600@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:From Cloud to Autonomous: Building the Enterprise Foundation for Agentic AI DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/from-cloud-to-autonomous-building-the-enterprise-foundation-for-agentic-ai-sap-tsp/ LOCATION:California\, TBD CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-Los-Angeles-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T123000 DTSTAMP:20261111T123620Z CREATED:20261102T143301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261111T123620Z UID:198207-1796382000-1796387400@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Beyond the AI Hype: Turning Enterprise Ambition into Adoption\, Alignment\, and Value DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/beyond-the-ai-hype-turning-enterprise-ambition-into-adoption-alignment-and-value-sap-hitachi-dec4/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T143000 DTSTAMP:20261110T113747Z CREATED:20261106T145327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T113747Z UID:198356-1796727600-1796740200@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:The Future of E-Invoicing: CTC\, Technology and Finance Transformation DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/the-future-of-e-invoicing-ctc-technology-and-finance-transformation/ LOCATION:PwC San Francisco Office\, 405 Howard Street\, Suite 600\, San Francisco\, CA\, CA 94105\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-San-Francisco-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T133000 DTSTAMP:20261110T182820Z CREATED:20261106T160926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T182820Z UID:198370-1796731200-1796736600@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:No Surprises at Go-Live: Building Tax Readiness into ERP\, Expansion\, and AI Programs DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/no-surprises-at-go-live-building-tax-readiness-into-erp-expansion-and-ai-programs-vertex-dec8/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T210000 DTSTAMP:20261112T091826Z CREATED:20261106T103611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T091826Z UID:198329-1796752800-1796763600@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:From Outputs to Outcomes: Turning Strategy\, Investment\, and Execution into Measurable Business Value DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/from-outputs-to-outcomes-turning-strategy-investment-and-execution-into-measurable-business-value-atlassian-pwc-aws-nyc/ LOCATION:Blackbarn\, 19 E 26th St\, New York City\, New York\, NY 10010\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-New-York-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T123000 DTSTAMP:20261104T174005Z CREATED:20261102T123031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T174005Z UID:198188-1796814000-1796819400@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:From AI Experimentation to Enterprise Value: Scaling Innovation without Sacrificing Trust DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/from-ai-experimentation-to-enterprise-value-scaling-innovation-without-sacrificing-trust-fujitsu-dec9/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T123000 DTSTAMP:20261111T123411Z CREATED:20261106T113614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261111T123411Z UID:198343-1796986800-1796992200@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Are You Getting Enough From SAP SuccessFactors? Turning HR Tech Investment into Continuous Business Value DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/are-you-getting-enough-from-sap-successfactors-turning-hr-tech-investment-into-continuous-business-value-sap-veritas-prime-dec11/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Blend-app.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270127T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270127T210000 DTSTAMP:20261104T171736Z CREATED:20260907T091455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T171736Z UID:197223-1801072800-1801083600@www.joinblend.com SUMMARY:Cybersecurity: Rethinking Risk\, Resilience\, and Defense in the Age of AI DESCRIPTION:Key themes & discussion topics \n \n \n \n \n Embedding Tax Readiness EarlyIntegrating tax and invoicing requirements into ERP modernization and transformation planning to avoid costly redesigns and delays. \n \n \n \n Protecting Transaction FlowAddressing tax-related billing exceptions\, e-invoicing challenges and operational friction before they affect business performance. \n \n \n \n Unlocking Automation and AIIdentifying opportunities to reduce manual tax processes and apply AI responsibly across finance workflows. \n \n \n \n Building Cross-Functional AccountabilityAligning Tax\, Finance and IT on ownership\, governance and investment priorities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n 01 \n \n \n \n Welcome remarks \n \n 09:00 – 09:15 AM PT / 12:00 – 12:15 AM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 02 \n \n \n \n Guided group discussion\n \n \n 09:15 – 10:15 AM PT / 12:15 – 1:15 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n 03 \n \n \n \n Closing thought & group reflection \n \n 10:15 – 10:30 AM PT / 1:15 – 1:30 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why should you attend? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn how early tax planning can reduce implementation risks\, delays and unexpected costs. \n \n \n \n Explore practical approaches to eliminating manual workarounds and streamlining tax and invoicing processes. \n \n \n \n Discover where automation and AI can deliver measurable value in indirect tax operations. \n \n \n \n Connect with senior Tax\, Finance and IT leaders to share challenges\, experiences and proven approaches. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should attend \n \n \n \n \n This discussion is designed for senior Tax\, Finance\, IT\, and ERP leaders\, including Tax Directors\, Heads and VPs of Tax\, Finance and Transformation executives\, and technology leaders responsible for ERP modernization\, indirect tax operations\, enterprise systems\, automation\, and major business transformation initiatives. URL:https://www.joinblend.com/event/rethinking-risk-resilience-and-defense-in-the-age-of-ai-comcast-business-los-angeles/ LOCATION:Ocean Prime\, 9595 Wilshire Blvd\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, 90212\, United States CATEGORIES:Expert Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.joinblend.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-Los-Angeles-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kajal Karani":MAILTO:kajal@joinblend.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR