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Scaling the Controllership with AI with ZoomInfo Controller Blaine Browning and Ramp Controller Edwine Alphonse

Hosted by Stephen Hedlund & Nicolas Kopp
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About the Webinar:

Controllers in high-growth companies are no strangers to juggling priorities—closing the books, ensuring compliance, and delivering timely insights, all while supporting rapid scaling. But how can controllers meet growing demands with limited resources?

This webinar will explore how AI is transforming the controller function, helping finance teams scale efficiently without compromising accuracy or control. From automating complex reconciliations and streamlining close processes to providing actionable insights, AI is redefining what’s possible for finance leaders.

Register to learn:

  • How AI can accelerate and improve financial close processes

  • Real-world examples of ZoomInfo and Ramp controllers leveraging AI to scale their teams and workflows

  • The do’s and don’ts of integrating AI into the controller function to maximize value

Speaker bios:

Blaine Browning, CPA is the Controller and Vice President of Accounting at ZoomInfo, where he oversees financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance. Based in Vancouver, Washington, Blaine has over 15 years of experience in technical accounting and financial leadership, including roles at Nike and PwC. He holds a BS in Business Administration from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo.

Edwine Alphonse, CPA is the Senior Controller at Ramp where she oversees the accounting, reporting, and compliance functions. With over 15 years of experience in accounting, finance, and audit, she has a strong track record of leading and supporting high-growth startups and fintech companies, such as Circle, Traackr, Vecna Robotics.

Nicolas Kopp is the founder and CEO of Rillet, a modern mid-market ERP. Based in New York, Nic was formerly the US CEO of fintech bank N26 (valued at $9bn). Prior to N26, Nic spent five years in investment banking at Morgan Stanley. He holds a BA from University of St. Gallen in Switzerland and an MSc in Accounting from the London School of Economics.