Join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Jennifer Pearl W. Escalante, SAVP Finance at SM Supermalls, and Nikhil Parambath, RVP Asia at BlackLine. This discussion will focus on the real-world catalysts for change, the operational lessons learned during their ongoing transformation, and their future vision for modern financial operations.
Learning Outcomes:
- Explore the key operational drivers and catalysts that prompt leading retail and real estate developers to initiate their digital finance transformation journeys.
- Examine practical lessons learned and best practices for navigating an ongoing transition to automated accounting workflows.
This webinar will offer 1 CPE/CPD credit for attendees.
Event Details
Date: 15 September 2026
Time: 1:30 PM GMT+08:00
Format: Online Webcast
Speakers
Jennifer Pearl W. Escalante
SAVP Finance, SM Supermalls
Jennifer Pearl W. Escalante is a seasoned finance executive with over 20 years of experience driving impactful change and strategic business partnering. As the SAVP of Finance at SM Supermalls, she brings a wealth of expertise in finance process transformation.
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Jennifer has a demonstrated track record of success across a remarkable range of industries, including retail, entertainment, real estate, agriculture, and BPO. This diverse background gives her a unique, cross-functional perspective on financial leadership.
Nikhil Parambath
Regional Vice President, Asia • BlackLine
Nikhil Parambath serves as Regional Vice President for the Enterprise business segment, in Asia at BlackLine, driving market expansion from the company’s Singapore office. He brings over 25 years of management and operational experience in the IT Industry across the Asia Pacific region.
Nikhil has held several leadership roles across Sales, Channels, Key Accounts, and Presales functions in organizations like Oracle, Salesforce, and SunGard. His extensive experience spans the Enterprise Business Applications space, with in-depth knowledge of ERP, CX, HCM, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Commerce Solutions.
Nikhil’s focus on driving market expansion and his deep understanding of enterprise solutions solidify his reputation as a results-driven leader in the Asia Pacific IT landscape.