The CFO SUMMIT XII, scheduled for March 5, 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton in Almaty, will gather over 400 participants, including top executives, government representatives, politicians, independent experts, and entrepreneurs. This event has become a tradition, taking place for the 12th consecutive year, providing a platform for discussing key issues in finance, economics, and business. The summit's theme is “The Kazakh Dream,” with the main goal of exploring how to achieve it and what it represents through the lens of financial and economic development.
The forum will cover several important topics and questions, including challenges, opportunities, and steps toward creating a prosperous future for Kazakhstan. The summit offers participants a unique opportunity not only to hear expert opinions but also to actively engage in discussions, share experiences, and gain valuable insights for their companies and projects.
Among the key speakers of the forum are prominent figures in business and economics: Igor Ryabenkiy, founder of the venture company AltaIR Capital, serial entrepreneur, and business angel; Dosym Satpaev, political scientist and expert on the socio-economic development of Kazakhstan; Almas Chukin, managing partner of an investment company; Elena Bakhmutova, chairperson of the Council of the Association of Financiers of Kazakhstan; Galim Khusainov, chairman of the Board of Directors of Teniz Capital Investment Banking; Vitaliy Volyanyuk, co-founder and CEO of the Digital Business portal; Alina Utemiskyz, chairperson of the Board of the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange; and Oraz Zhandosov, co-owner of Rakhurs Consulting Group and Eneverse KunKuat.
The summit will feature three panel discussions dedicated to important issues in Kazakhstan's development and ways to achieve ambitious goals. Additionally, Best Practices sessions will be held, where leading experts will share successful case studies that participants can adapt in their companies to enhance business processes and strategies. During these sessions, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive specific recommendations for application in their work.
Special attention at the forum will be given to mentoring. Experts in finance, economics, and business will serve as mentors in C-mentoring sessions, where participants can receive valuable advice, ask questions about specific situations, and find practical solutions for their businesses. This is an excellent opportunity to develop new business connections and gain useful recommendations from experienced professionals.
Furthermore, during the summit, the winners of the prestigious T he Best CFO 2025 competition, organized annually by the Kazakhstan Growth Forum corporate fund, will be awarded. This year, the competition covers three key categories: “Financial Sector,” “Large and Medium Business,” and “Small Business.” Nominees and winners will not only gain recognition in the professional community but also have the opportunity to participate in the summit, with applications for the competition being free of charge. The competition has become an important milestone for financial directors, providing them with a platform to showcase their achievements in financial management and leadership.
The summit will take place on March 5, 2025, at 9:00 AM at The Ritz-Carlton in Almaty. Participants can purchase tickets and submit applications for the competition through the official event website — cfo.kgforum.kz .