Why Attend?
- Connect with fellow users to align on shared goals and renewed clarity
- Designed for product users, practitioners, and teams driving innovation
- Leave with practical, actionable strategies you can apply right away
- Learn directly from industry experts and power users
- It's not just powerful — it's energizing
Built for
the agentic finance era
Sept 29 – Oct 1, 2026 · Chicago, IL
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
The premiere conference for finance leaders building today's autonomous operations.
Why Attend?
- Connect with fellow users to align on shared goals and renewed clarity
- Designed for product users, practitioners, and teams driving innovation
- Leave with practical, actionable strategies you can apply right away
- Learn directly from industry experts and power users
- It's not just powerful — it's energizing
From automation to autonomy: The AI-powered finance workforce
The office of the CFO is being transformed by AI that takes action. Finance leaders today are uniquely positioned to set the standard for how modern organizations operate, not just in finance, but across the entire business.
Join AppZen Evolve in Chicago to explore how agentic AI is reshaping AP, T&E, and AP inbox workflows. See how leading organizations are deploying digital workers alongside their teams, and leave with a clear path to autonomous, governed, audit-ready finance operations.
Why Attend?
- Connect with fellow users to align on shared goals and renewed clarity
- Designed for product users, practitioners, and teams driving innovation
- Leave with practical, actionable strategies you can apply right away
- Learn directly from industry experts and power users
- It's not just powerful — it's energizing
Register for Evolve Chicago
Most teams book early for best pricing. Here are additional options if your timing's different.
Two or more attendees from the same company receive 15% off each registration — use code GROUP15, applied at checkout.
Available through August 7, 2026.
Price increases August 8, 2026.
Price increases September 1, 2026.
Why Attend?
- Connect with fellow users to align on shared goals and renewed clarity
- Designed for product users, practitioners, and teams driving innovation
- Leave with practical, actionable strategies you can apply right away
- Learn directly from industry experts and power users
- It's not just powerful — it's energizing
WHY ATTEND
Four reasons to clear your calendar
We’re bringing Evolve to Chicago
Join the finance leaders, product builders, and practitioners rewriting how enterprise finance works.
Spend three days at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk for mainstage sessions, hands-on workshops, peer networking, and an evening out in the city.
September 29 – October 1, 2026
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk · 301 E North Water St
Why Attend?
- Connect with fellow users to align on shared goals and renewed clarity
- Designed for product users, practitioners, and teams driving innovation
- Leave with practical, actionable strategies you can apply right away
- Learn directly from industry experts and power users
- It's not just powerful — it's energizing
FAQs
Who should attend Evolve?
Finance leaders, AP directors, controllers, and practitioners who are evaluating or actively deploying Al in their finance operations.
What does the 3-day agenda look like?
Day 1 includes arrivals and aWelcome Reception. Days 2 and 3 feature mainstage keynotes, breakout sessions, hands-on workshops, and the Chicago Night Out
experience. View the agenda here.
Where is the event and how do I book my hotel?
The Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, 301 E North Water St, Chicago, IL
Room block details are included in your registration confirmation and here on the location page.
Is there a group discount?
Yes, two or more attendees from the same company receive 15% off each registration. Discount code (GROUP15) automatically applied at checkout when you purchase 2 tickets or more at a time.
Will sessions be recorded?
Select sessions will be available post-event to registered attendees.
What is the Chicago Night Out?
A dedicated evening experience on Day 2 for allattendees, with venue, transportation, food, and entertainment included. Details will. be revealed closer to the event.
Is there a justification letter I can send to my manager?
Use our manager justification letter, a ready-to-customize template that makes the internal case for attending Evolve Chicago. Click below to view the letter, then copy, paste, and personalize it with your details, including a cost breakdown, agenda overview, and what you'll bring back to your team.
I have a question that isn't answered here. Who do I ask?
We're happy to help. Send your question to evolve@appzen.com, including requests for dietary or accessibility accommodations. The Evolve team monitors this inbox Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern, and responds within one business day.
Why Attend?
- Connect with fellow users to align on shared goals and renewed clarity
- Designed for product users, practitioners, and teams driving innovation
- Leave with practical, actionable strategies you can apply right away
- Learn directly from industry experts and power users
- It's not just powerful — it's energizing
Sponsor Evolve
Get your brand in front of the finance leaders driving AI adoption across the enterprise. From booth presence to speaking opportunities and branded activations, our sponsorship packages are built to help you make meaningful connections in Chicago.
Connect with our team to review sponsorship packages and availability.
