FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I register?

Registration will take place on the Excelerate Finance website www.exceleratesummit.com and clicking ‘Register Now’. You will need to complete the registration process, insert your payment type, and click to submit your registration. You will receive a confirmation email, and receipt upon completion of registration via email. 

You can enhance your ticket by adding onto your 2-day conference pass registration to the 2025 Vena Excellence Awards Dinner and Reception, Certification Programs or Partner Day. More information on the ticket add-on's below. 

Please click here to view our Registration Terms and Conditions.  

Ticket Add-Ons?

This year you have the option of adding the below to your 2-day conference pass, registration for these ticket add-ons is required as space is limited.  

Vena Excellence Awards is taking place May 14, 2025, from 6:00 – 9:00 PM. The Vena Excellence Awards aims to recognize and celebrate customer contributions by acknowledging their efforts and inspiring others to excel. More information on our 2025 Vena Excellence Awards can be found below. 

Vena Certification day is taking place May 13, 2025, and has multiple course options to choose from including; Vena Certification: Report Architecture, Vena Certification: Analytics and Intelligent Forecasting. 

How do I get my CPD/CPE credits?

The Excelerate Finance in-person experience will include CPE/CPD eligible sessions. Credits will be available in Vena Academy under your personal profile following the event.  

If you are unable to join us in-person this year, you can still catch all the mainstage action for free, live and on demand. CPD/CPE credits will not be available for those attending the virtual livestream. 

How can I view the session recordings?

Mainstage recordings will be made available OnDemand on the Vena YouTube channel following the event.  

Where is the event being hosted?

We will be hosting Wynn Las Vegas 

3131 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109, United States 

Website: Click Here  

Harry Reid International Airport is the closest airport to the venue, please click here for more information on the airport, parking, and ground transportation to and from the hotel.  

How can I book accommodation?

Vena will offer a preferred rate for those attending at the Wynn Las Vegas hotel, information on how to book accommodations will be included in your official confirmation email.  

The Vena preferred rate will be available from Saturday May 10, 2025 – Friday May 16, 2025.  

Nightly Rate: $249 – $349/ Night + tax and resort fee 

The resort fee entitles each guest to the following items: 

  •   In-room Wi-Fi: four (4) devices per room at a standard 7Mb connection speed (a value of $80 per day)  
  •   Access to the fitness center for two people (a value of $40 per day) 
  •   Access to our Resort pools and sundecks 
  •   A dedicated concierge offering special dining access, spa reservations and golf tee times  
  •   Unlimited local, domestic long distance (including Hawaii & Alaska) and toll-free calls 
  •   Complimentary digital access to more than 5,000 newspapers and magazines from around the world 
  •   Alexa in-room entertainment services and room controls 
Vena Certification:

As the demand for finance-led software continues to grow, join us to increase your confidence and open doors to more opportunities as a finance professional. 

Join us on a journey to Vena mastery by enrolling in one of Vena’s Certification programs, available only to Vena Customers and Partners at Excelerate Finance 2025.  
 

Vena Certification: Report Architecture  

Participate in an interactive three-hour hands-on session led by seasoned Vena Training Specialists. Focused on harnessing Vena's advanced mapping features, elevate your reporting efficiency and sophistication through a series of exercises. Transition from intermediate to advanced proficiency, mastering dynamic file structures and showcasing your Vena expertise. Seize the chance to lead in your field as a Vena Certified Expert.  

Sessions are offered in both Vena 365 and Vena Desktop to accommodate all user types.​ Ensure to select the session most appropriate for your current use. 

 

Vena Certification: Analytics and Intelligent Forecasting 

Make your data work for you and dive into the world of analytics with Vena in this interactive certification program. Learn how leveraging AI can support faster, strategic, and insightful decision-making. Transform and upskill the way you analyze and visualize your data to bring efficiency and productivity to everyone in your organization through Vena’s intelligent reporting and analysis solutions. Get inspired to innovate!​ 

Sessions are Vena platform agnostic and are inclusive for all Vena users. 

 
Seats are limited so register here to book your place and begin your journey to Vena mastery. 

What you need for Participate in a Vena Certification: 

  • Prior Vena knowledge and experience is required.  
  • Our Training Team will provide recommendations and pre-requisites to prepare and get the most out of your chosen session closer to the time. 
  • Bring your own laptop (and mouse) with Vena Desktop / Vena 365 installed 

To earn CPE credits the learner is required to: 

  • Attend the entirety of the 3-hour session. Register your attendance and departure on the attendance sheets at the registration desk, including exits and re-entry during breaks. 
  • Complete all learning activities within the session. 
What Are the Venny Awards?
The Venny Awards, presented by Vena, celebrate excellence in strategic finance and operations. This prestigious program honors professionals, teams, and partners who use Vena’s platform to drive innovation, efficiency, and success within their organizations.
By showcasing these achievements, the Venny Awards foster a community of leaders who inspire others to push boundaries, adopt innovative strategies, and shape the future of finance and operations.Award Categories
The Venny Awards recognize excellence across six key categories:
  • Financial Modeling Mastery
  • Financial Insights Innovator
  • Excellence in Complete Planning
  • Excellence in Finance Leadership
  • Strategic Integration Partner
  • Microsoft Innovation Leadership
Join Us in Celebrating Excellence
The Venny Awards spotlight remarkable achievements within the Vena community. By honoring these innovators, we inspire others to embrace new approaches, unlock potential, and achieve excellence.
Nominate your finance hero today and help us celebrate the next generation of leaders in finance and operations.
How can I tell which sessions are CPE/CPD eligible?

Within the agenda each session will note if they are CPD/CPE eligible within the session description.  

What is your refund policy?

Our refund policy can be found within our 2025 Terms and Conditions. Please click here to view our Registration Terms and Conditions. 

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