The CFO Show Wins Gold MarCom Award and Silver Signal Award

Vena Celebrates Seventh TrustRadius Buyer’s Choice Award Win

Recognized by financial professionals around the world for trustworthiness and excellence TORONTO – November 18, 2025 – Vena, the only AI-powered planning platform built for the Microsoft technology ecosystem, today announced that TrustRadius has recognized the Vena platform with a Buyer’s Choice 2026 award. This is the seventh total time Vena has earned this accolade, based entirely on real user reviews and feedback, signaling Vena’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional value and innovative solutions as a Complete Planning platform. As businesses continue to explore ways to get more out of their data, reviews are an increasingly important factor in the purchase process as a key indicator of product quality and ROI. According to the Spiegel Research Center at Northwestern University, products with five reviews are 270% more likely to be purchased than a product with no reviews. For higher-priced products like a business software platform, displaying reviews increases the conversion rate by 380%. “Our seventh Buyer’s Choice award from TrustRadius validates Vena’s ability to solve common pain points in the Office of Strategic Finance, such as disconnected systems, manual reporting and limited performance visibility. Our customers’ reviews make it clear that we consistently deliver the capabilities, value and strategic partnership they need from their technology vendors,” said Hugh Cumming, CTO at Vena. “I am enormously proud of everything Vena has accomplished for our customers so far.” Hailed as “the new Excel game changer” in one customer review, Vena provides a differentiated FP&A platform that builds on the technology finance professionals rely on: Microsoft Excel. With industry-leading agentic AI capabilities, a deep library of integrations across the Microsoft ecosystem and external databases, and an emphasis on delivering exceptional customer service and support, the platform simplifies and automates complex financial processes, enabling organizations to plan at the speed of today’s business landscape. Other customer reviews include: “Vena blends with the workflow quite well.” —Head of Operations in Product Management, Philips Lighting “Vena's capability to extract financial data from various groups ensures that the end result is trusted and reliable.” —Corporate Finance Specialist at Goldman Sachs “It is a game-changer that saves both our money and time through better financial planning and budgeting.” —Project Expert in Information Technology at EY "Vena is transforming how finance teams plan, adapt and grow," said Allyson Havener, CMO, TrustRadius. "Winning the 2026 TrustRadius Buyer’s Choice Award shows the real impact customers are seeing, like more collaboration, more confidence and more clarity in their business performance. It’s exciting to see Vena recognized for empowering their customers." Buyer’s Choice awards are based entirely on vetted, unbiased and recent customer reviews. To be eligible, a product needed to receive at least 10 reviews between January 1 and October 17, 2025, ensuring that the feedback was recent and relevant enough to inform a prospective buyer. During the evaluation process, reviewers are asked if products and their support teams live up to expectations and if they would buy the product again. Reviewers’ answers determine the other qualifying factor: if a product is rated best in capabilities, value for price, and customer relationship. Vena now provides complete FP&A planning, analysis and reporting solutions to more than 2,000 customers worldwide. To learn more about what Vena is doing for businesses worldwide, visit our Customer Stories page. About Vena Vena is the only agentic AI-powered FP&A platform purpose-built to harness the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem for finance teams everywhere. 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. About TrustRadius TrustRadius, a HG Insights company, is a buyer intelligence platform for business technology. TrustRadius enables buyers to make confident decisions through comprehensive product information, in-depth customer insights and reviews, and peer conversations. On the TrustRadius platform, technology brands can capture and activate the authentic voice of customers to help improve their products, build confidence with prospects, and engage in-market buyers to improve ROI. Media Contact: For immediate inquiries or more details regarding our latest business news, please contact: Jonathan Paul Vice President, Content Marketing jpaul@venacorp.com

November 18, 2025 |

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Vena Solves FP&A Data Fragmentation With Six New Microsoft Fabric Data Integrations

Launch includes first Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O connector for FP&A, simplifying data integration and enabling AI-powered finance TORONTO – November 6, 2025 – Vena, the only AI-powered planning platform built for the Microsoft technology ecosystem, today announced the general availability of six new pre-built, secure data connectors via Microsoft Fabric. Among them is the only pre-built Microsoft Fabric connector for Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O (Finance and Operations)—the preferred integration method for Dynamics F&O data within the Microsoft ecosystem. This makes Vena the only FP&A platform enabling organizations to connect Dynamics 365 F&O data through Microsoft’s recommended approach, ensuring faster, more reliable and future-ready data integration. These new connectors seamlessly unify multiple data sources, removing the challenges of data fragmentation. The New Imperative for Connected Data Finance and operations teams are under increasing pressure to unify data across systems, but many still struggle with siloed tools and manual processes that slow decision making. Leading analyst reports—including the 2025 Nucleus Research CPM Technology Value Matrix, Dresner’s Wisdom of Crowds® EPM Study, the BPM Partners Vendor Landscape Matrix and the BARC Planning Survey 25—all emphasize that data integration is now a critical capability for financial planning and performance management platforms. Despite the growing number of tools, 24% of BI users in a BARC study cited either poor data quality or poor data governance as a top issue for their projects, underscoring a clear market gap and ongoing pain point. “Integrations shouldn’t just move data from point A to point B. They should create a foundation for how organizations plan and operate in the future,” said Hugh Cumming, Chief Technology Officer at Vena. “With Microsoft Fabric, we’re giving our customers a unified, secure environment where data is always ready to inform the next decision. It’s about enabling finance and business leaders to spend less time wrangling data and more time shaping strategy.” Benefits of Vena’s Microsoft Fabric Integrations Microsoft Fabric is quickly becoming the backbone of enterprise data strategies. Over 25,000 organizations globally have already adopted the platform, including 70% of the Fortune 500. Tapping into this rapid adoption, Vena’s Microsoft Fabric integrations provide: Seamless, Microsoft-Native Integrations: Secure and scalable pre-built pipelines connect six source systems, maximizing existing Microsoft investments. Faster, Smarter Data Management: Automated pipelines reduce manual effort and implementation time while providing real-time access to financial and operational data for proactive planning and reporting. Flexible, Scalable, Future-Ready Framework: Vena’s integration framework supports evolving business needs, ERP migrations and advanced analytics, delivering a modern, AI-powered foundation for end-to-end FP&A and enterprise-wide insights. Unique Availability and Flexibility: Vena is the only FP&A solution in the market offering a pre-built Microsoft Fabric connector for Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O, helping businesses transition from sunsetting ERP systems while retaining flexibility for future needs. Effective Solutions: Organizations such as the Kansas City Chiefs have used Vena’s connector solutions to successfully migrate their ERP systems, saving both capital and time. Better Data Management, Better Results As more companies transition to using Microsoft Fabric, Vena’s new integrations and compatibility with hundreds of source systems provide FP&A teams with scalable, future-proofed, secure and seamless enterprise planning capabilities. With an industry-leading suite of AI agents orchestrated by Vena Copilot, Vena’s platform reduces manual effort while supercharging the Microsoft tools professionals know and love. “Companies benefit from Vena through enhanced efficiency in planning, consolidation and reporting processes, combined with seamless integration into the Microsoft ecosystem. These results make Vena a compelling choice for organizations seeking to optimize and future-proof their planning and performance management processes.” (Source: BARC Planning Survey 25) This announcement builds on Vena’s long-standing partnership with Microsoft and underscores its commitment to delivering intelligent, future-ready solutions for FP&A, extended planning (xP&A) and beyond. About Vena Vena is the only agentic AI-powered FP&A platform purpose-built to harness the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem for finance teams everywhere. 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 business news, please contact: Jonathan Paul Vice President, Content Marketing jpaul@venacorp.com

November 6, 2025 |

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The CFO Show Wins Gold MarCom Award and Silver Signal Award

Recognized for excellence in finance-focused podcasting and thought leadership Toronto, ON – October 20, 2025 – Vena, the only Complete FP&A platform powered by agentic AI and purpose-built to fully amplify the Microsoft technology ecosystem, today announced that The CFO Show, sponsored by Vena, has earned two prestigious industry awards—the MarCom Awards and the Signal Awards—reinforcing its reputation as a trusted and influential voice in finance and business leadership. The podcast won a 2025 Gold MarCom Award in the Video/Audio | Podcast | Industry Focused Single Episode category and earned a Silver Award in the Thought Leadership category in the 2025 Signal Awards, which honor the most meaningful, influential and innovative audio projects shaping the global podcast industry. “These awards are a testament to the incredible impact The CFO Show is having on finance professionals and business leaders across industries,” said Melissa Howatson, CFO at Vena and host of The CFO Show. “Our goal has always been to bring real-world insights from influential leaders to our audience, making complex financial topics accessible, actionable and relevant. These recognitions underscore the growing influence of finance-focused storytelling and how platforms like The CFO Show are shaping the next generation of strategic, tech-savvy finance leaders.” Launched to provide forward-thinking CFOs and finance professionals with actionable insights, The CFO Show explores the intersection of finance, technology and leadership. Over its first two years and more than 80 episodes, the podcast has featured thought leaders from organizations including The Wall Street Journal, Microsoft Americas, EY, Deloitte, Asana, CIBC and The Kansas City Chiefs, sharing lessons from the frontlines of transformation. Each episode offers practical takeaways to help finance and FP&A professionals of all levels, from aspiring leaders to experienced CFOs, navigate challenges such as AI adoption, economic volatility and the expanding strategic role of the CFO. "Our goal has always been to bring real-world insights from influential leaders to our audience, making complex financial topics accessible, actionable and relevant." —Melissa Howatson Vena CFO The awards highlight Vena’s continued investment in thought leadership and its commitment to supporting the global finance community, empowering leaders to think differently, plan confidently and lead decisively. For more information about The CFO Show and to explore past episodes, visit here. About The CFO Show The CFO Show—sponsored by Vena—is the go-to biweekly podcast for forward-thinking FP&A and finance professionals at all stages of their careers. Hosted by Vena CFO Melissa Howatson, the show features candid conversations with business leaders across industries to explore the intersection of finance, technology and leadership. Together, Howatson and her guests share real-world insights and practical takeaways to help listeners drive smarter, more strategic decisions within their organizations. Recognized as a leading voice in financial leadership, The CFO Show has earned both a 2025 Gold MarCom Award and a 2025 Silver Signal Award for excellence in content and production. Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or the show website to join the conversation shaping the future of finance. About Vena Vena is the only agentic AI-powered FP&A platform purpose-built to harness the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem for finance teams everywhere. 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 business news, please contact: Jonathan Paul Vice President, Content Marketing jpaul@venacorp.com

October 20, 2025 |

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The CFO Show Wins Gold MarCom Award and Silver Signal Award

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