

How Non-Tech Companies Are Winning with AI and Automation
AI is transforming every industry, not just technology companies. Discover how forward-thinking businesses are harnessing technology to drive productivity, boost revenue, and gain a competitive edge.
The panel will share real-world success stories, key insights, and actionable strategies for implementing AI and automation in non-tech environments.
Panelists:
Alison Cuzzolino, CFO at Marian Goodman Gallery.
Nathan Blew, Cofounder and CTO at CareerMD (now part of CHG) and VP of Product and Engineering at Pliancy.
Dave Wieseneck, Expert in Residence at Ramp.
Jaime Schwarz, Founder of Brand Therapy.
Moderator: Benjamin Friedman, Founder and President of Build Scale Grow and Director, NYT CFO Group.
Schedule:
6:00–6:30 PM: Welcome networking with refreshments and light food available
6:30–7:15 PM: Panel conversation featuring prepared questions followed by audience Q&A
7:15–8:00 PM Continued networking and discussion of topics
Ramp is the ultimate platform for modern finance teams. Combining corporate cards with travel, expense management, AP, and more, Ramp’s all-in-one solution is designed to automate finance operations and build healthier businesses. Over 25,000 businesses have switched to Ramp to save an average 5% and close their books 8x faster.
Pliancy is a tech-enabled professional services company offering IT solutions to bold, emerging companies. Their turnkey IT offerings allow organizations to stay laser-focused on the missions without having to worry about the day-to-day technology that makes it possible. Pliancy's consultants solve high-impact problems with quick, creative, and sustainable solutions.
Build Scale Grow helps founders beat the odds through focused, efficient scaling. We deliver expert guidance and connections—all at a fraction of the cost of full-time hires. We specialize in helping introverted founders in Social Impact, EdTech, and Health Tech startups succeed.
Founded in 2016, New York Tech CFO Group is a free forum where finance leaders share insights on strategic planning, benchmarking, and financial solutions. Our community includes over 200 CFOs and finance heads from NYC-based tech companies. Contact the host about membership.