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Vena Named One of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for Third Time

CPM leader earns spot on prestigious list for second year in a row thanks to its ongoing commitment to corporate excellence Toronto, ON – December 3, 2024 - Vena, the only FP&A platform purpose-built to leverage the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem, is delighted to share that it has once again been named to the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers list for the second year in a row and its third overall time on the list. To be named to the list, Canadian employers are evaluated on a number of criteria, including culture, employee development opportunities and more. “We continue to focus on building a culture of growth and adaptability that prioritizes our employees’ well-being, and it is an honor for Vena to be recognized once again as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers,” said Tracey Mikita, Chief People Person at Vena. Mikita continued, “We have seen that our customers’ experiences are enhanced tremendously when our employees feel satisfied and fulfilled by their work lives. Focusing on our employees’ well-being is good for them and for our business as well. We continuously evaluate and improve our practices to encourage the growth of our employee-centric culture, from our purpose-driven approach to our hybrid work model and our commitment to employee development. We hope that by doing so, other companies will see the value in undertaking these initiatives.” During the evaluation period (January 2023–May 2024), Vena continued to build on its previous success as a top employer. For example, the company expanded the number of DEI training courses from 5 to 15 and reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility as major business priorities including through the Green Team, a sustainability and green initiatives employee resource group. Vena also welcomed the formation of a new Vena Resource Group (VRG) for Families. With this newest addition, Vena now has eight VRGs, including Vena Cares, Green Team, Network for Women (N4W), Mental Health, Melanite (Black employees), Spectrum (LGBTQIA+) and Va11y (Accessibility). Each VRG represents Vena’s dedication to fostering diversity, belonging and employee engagement. In addition to the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers list, Vena has also been recognized or won the following in 2023–24: Recertified as Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures Award for third consecutive year TrustRadius Tech Cares Award for the fifth consecutive year Team True North Roster of Canada’s Top-Performing Tech Companies for the second consecutive year Six 2023 Comparably Awards, including: Best Company Compensation, Best Company Happiness, Best Company Perks & Benefits, Best CEOs for Women, Best CEOs for Diversity and Best Company Global Culture By further reinforcing its commitment to a culture of transparency and innovation, Vena drove significant growth and recognition over 2024. In July, the company officially reached Centaur status, signifying a SaaS startup with $100 million USD in ARR or greater. The Vena product team has rolled out a number of key features in the past year, including Vena Copilot for FP&A and Vena for Microsoft PowerPoint. To better understand employees’ needs and areas for improvement, company leadership solicits feedback from team members through various methods, including town halls and employee surveys. This approach has earned praise on platforms such as Comparably, where 98% of Vena’s reviews are positive, and the leadership team has received significant praise for being “open to communication, open to criticism and feedback.” In a recent survey, 81% of employees endorsed Vena as an exceptional place to work, citing its commitment to authenticity and inclusivity. “We have seen that our customers’ experiences are enhanced tremendously when our employees feel satisfied and fulfilled by their work lives. Focusing on our employees’ well-being is good for them and for our business as well." —Tracey Mikita Chief People Person at Vena Editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers evaluate companies on eight consistent criteria: workplace; work atmosphere and social; health, financial and family benefits; vacation and time off; employee communications; performance management; training and skills development; and community involvement. Evaluated companies are then compared to other organizations in the same industry. To read the complete list, please visit canadastop100.com/toronto/. About Vena Vena is the only Complete Planning platform purpose-built to harness the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem for FP&A teams and their collaborators. Vena amplifies Microsoft's world-leading productivity tools, cloud technology and AI innovation to make FP&A, operational planning and adjacent strategic processes more flexible, efficient and intelligent. Thousands of the world’s leading companies rely on Vena to power their planning. For more information, visit venasolutions.com. Media Contact  For immediate inquiries or more details regarding our latest company press release, please contact: Jonathan Paul  Vice President, Content Marketing  jpaul@venacorp.com 

December 3, 2024 |

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Vena Recognized Among Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for Third Consecutive Year

With a steadfast commitment to people-centered values and a vibrant workplace culture, Vena celebrates its recertification among Canada's most respected organizations Toronto, ON – November 22, 2024 – Vena, the only FP&A platform purpose-built to leverage the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem, has been recertified by Waterstone Human Capital for Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures Award program. This recognition marks the third consecutive year of the company’s acknowledgment in this prestigious program, celebrating organizations with exemplary workplace cultures. "Our culture at Vena is shaped by our commitment to people-first values and to building an environment that encourages innovation, inclusivity and employee well-being," said Tracey Mikita, Chief People Person at Vena. "Being recertified for Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures reflects our ongoing dedication to empowering our team to grow and succeed in meaningful ways." The annual award assesses organizations based on leadership, engagement and cultural alignment. This recognition continues to highlight Vena’s position as an industry leader in corporate culture, reflecting its focus on team well-being and setting a benchmark for excellence within the industry. Through a culture that prioritizes support, collaboration and creativity, Vena inspires confidence among stakeholders and attracts top talent, demonstrating how a people-first approach drives both organizational success and positive influence across the industry. “Maintaining an inspiring, adaptive culture is crucial not only to the growth of our team, but also to delivering outstanding service to our clients,” said Hunter Madeley, CEO of Vena. “This recertification highlights and celebrates Vena as a workplace where employees thrive, collaborate and innovate. We’re proud of the positive impact this has on our team and the Vena community.” At Vena, our workplace culture thrives on inclusivity, growth and employee well-being. This commitment comes to life through our eight active Vena Resource Groups (VRGs), including: Vena Cares Green Team Networks for Women (N4W) Mental Health Melanite (Black employees) Spectrum (LGBTQIA+) Families Va11y (Accessibility) These employee-driven groups, backed by Vena’s full support, champion diversity, foster belonging and energize engagement—making Vena a place where everyone can truly feel seen, heard and empowered to grow. "Being recertified for Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures reflects our ongoing dedication to empowering our team to grow and succeed in meaningful ways." —Tracey Mikita Chief People Person at Vena For more information on Vena’s culture and career opportunities, visit https://www.lifeatvena.com/. About Vena Vena is the only Complete Planning platform purpose-built to harness the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem for FP&A teams and their collaborators. Vena amplifies Microsoft's world-leading productivity tools, cloud technology and AI innovation to make FP&A, operational planning and adjacent strategic processes more flexible, efficient and intelligent. Thousands of the world’s leading companies rely on Vena to power their planning. For more information, visit venasolutions.com. Media Contact  For immediate inquiries or more details regarding our latest company press release, please contact: Jonathan Paul  Vice President, Content Marketing  jpaul@venacorp.com 

November 22, 2024 |

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Vena Unveils Fall 2024 Product Release Empowering FP&A Teams With Easier Access to AI-Driven Insights and More Seamless Collaboration

Vena’s latest release further elevates FP&A teams and the strategic office of finance with pre-configured AI-powered dashboards in Vena Insights, native Excel integration for ad hoc analysis and collaboration enhancements in Vena for Microsoft PowerPoint Toronto, ON – Nov. 14, 2024 – Vena, the only Complete Planning platform purpose-built to harness the full power of Microsoft 365, today announced its Fall 2024 product release, featuring enhanced integrations with Microsoft productivity and analytics tools tailored to meet the needs of modern FP&A teams. This update brings significant improvements to user experience and productivity. Vena Insights now offers faster and easier access to AI-powered data visualizations. A seamless, native integration with Excel enables more advanced ad hoc analysis and reporting by leveraging Vena data and Excel AI-powered analytics. New collaboration features in Vena for Microsoft PowerPoint further enhance workflow and collaboration. Key features of Vena’s Fall 2024 product release include: Fast setup and enhanced collaboration capabilities with Vena for Microsoft PowerPoint, now generally available: Vena for Microsoft PowerPoint now provides an even better integration with Microsoft 365, allowing users to create and refine presentations with ease. With recent enhancements, multiple users can align on real-time insights and collaborate on building powerful data-driven narratives directly within Microsoft PowerPoint, making it easier than ever to work together on creating, perfecting and delivering impactful financial presentations in minutes. Accelerated insights with Enhanced Self Service Capabilities in Vena Insights (open beta): With Vena Insights, powered by Microsoft’s AI and machine learning capabilities through Power BI embedded in Vena, FP&A teams can now access preconfigured dashboards and guided setup tools for creating custom dashboards in just a few clicks. This streamlined experience makes it even easier for users to analyze data and generate actionable insights in real time, further accelerating decision-making with AI-powered visualizations designed to support strategic planning across the organization. Vena Ad Hoc Report now integrated natively with Excel (open beta): Vena Ad Hoc Report allows FP&A teams to conduct and share ad hoc analysis directly within Excel. Using Vena’s intuitive drag-and-drop features, teams can seamlessly compare Vena with external datasets, create custom reports and gain flexibility in decision making with real-time insights. Vena Ad Hoc Report also integrates with modern Excel analytics tools, such as Analyze Data and Microsoft 365 Copilot, further enhancing users’ ability to quickly uncover insights, whether visualizing data, automating tasks or leveraging AI-driven analysis. “At Vena, continuous innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Through our strategic partnership with Microsoft, we are providing finance teams with the tools they need to transform their planning processes and drive strategic business outcomes,” said Hugh Cumming, Chief Technology Officer at Vena. “With our latest product release, we’re making it easier than ever for FP&A professionals to access real-time insights, collaborate across their organizations and make better decisions faster.” Vena’s Fall 2024 product release builds on a year of remarkable achievements. Earlier this year, Vena not only surpassed $100 million USD in annual recurring revenue (ARR), securing its prestigious Centaur status, but also launched Vena Copilot for FP&A, an AI-powered planning assistant that leverages Microsoft Azure’s generative AI technology. The company has also received multiple industry accolades, including being recognized as a CPM industry leader by Nucleus Research for the 11th consecutive year and being named a winner of the prestigious TrustRadius Buyer's Choice Award for Excellence in FP&A Software. Vena’s commitment to innovation, customer success and industry excellence is consistently acknowledged across the sector. Looking ahead, Vena remains dedicated to delivering transformative value to its customers through continuous innovation and strong partnerships. As the company looks to the future, Excelerate Finance 2025 will focus on taking FP&A beyond boundaries, highlighting the critical role of automation in streamlining workflows, advancing strategic planning and unlocking new efficiencies. The event aims to empower FP&A professionals and the broader finance community to collaborate, share insights and shape the future of finance together. About Vena Vena is the only Complete Planning platform purpose-built to harness the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem for FP&A teams and their collaborators. Vena amplifies Microsoft's world-leading productivity tools, cloud technology and AI innovation to make FP&A, operational planning and adjacent strategic processes more flexible, efficient and intelligent. Thousands of the world’s leading companies rely on Vena to power their planning. For more information, visit venasolutions.com. Media Contact  For immediate inquiries or more details regarding our latest company press release, please contact: Jonathan Paul  Vice President, Content Marketing  jpaul@venacorp.com 

November 14, 2024 |

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