Future of Fintech by Ablaze Analytics & Collective

Welcome to the Future of Fintech, hosted by Ablaze Analytics & Collective!

Join us at The Pioneer on 8th Ave for an energizing in-person gathering where 200 CFOs, CPAs, founders, and fintech leaders will explore the trends, technologies, and breakthroughs reshaping the financial landscape. Expect intentional networking, bold conversations, and insights you won’t find anywhere else.

Jessica Kentch (she/her) is the founder of Ablaze Analytics & Collective and a fintech leader reshaping how the accounting and finance industries leverage data. With more than a decade of experience driving enterprise transformation through cloud technology, big data, and financial APIs, Jessica has delivered $100M+ in enterprise sales, managed over $300M in active portfolios, and contributed to $30M+ in CPA firm exits at companies including Intuit, Wolters Kluwer, and Ceridian Dayforce.

In 2024, Jessica launched Ablaze—an analytics and data-mining firm powered by a proprietary platform that uncovers hidden insights from Intuit and Xero APIs. Her work equips CPA firms with deeper visibility, stronger M&A narratives, and the ability to make smarter, data-driven decisions. She also leads a 1,700+ member fintech collective, building community and accelerating innovation across Calgary’s fintech ecosystem.

At Future of Fintech, Jessica will explore the next frontier of financial intelligence—how hidden API data, cloud automation, and advanced analytics are transforming the way CPA firms operate, scale, and transact. She’ll break down how these capabilities are reshaping firm valuations, elevating M&A strategy, and defining the future of fintech in Western Canada and beyond.

Reserve your free spot today!

Info: Please join us for a late dinner and drinks next door at the "Bank and Baron" Pub as there will be no food (only drinks by Sugar Water Bar) at the Pioneer. If you do want to join us for dinner, we kindly request that you confirm with someone from the Ablaze team so we can ensure there is a spot for you. We have a table for 20 reserved, but we will change/amend it based on availability.