Planning for an AI Future in Cross-Border Tax Administration
What To Expect
Join leading voices in tax policy, administration, and technology for a full-day exploration of how artificial intelligence is transforming cross-border tax systems. This year’s conference theme, “Planning for an AI Future in Cross-Border Tax Administration,” brings together global experts to discuss the opportunities and challenges AI presents for tax authorities, advisors, and taxpayers.
We're bringing together thought leaders, policymakers, and technology professionals to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping cross-border taxes. Join us for a dynamic day of insights, innovation, and global collaboration.
Stay tuned as we announce more information about speakers!
Dive into the Future of Tax with AI
Shaping the Future of Tax with AI
Discover how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of cross-border tax administration. This year’s conference brings together global experts to explore the evolving role of AI in tax policy, compliance, and dispute resolution.
Exclusive Access to IBFD's Tax Research Platform (TRP)
In addition to admission, you’ll receive complimentary trial access to IBFD’s Tax Research Platform (TRP). This powerful tool offers in-depth insights into international taxation, including country-specific laws, treaties, and transfer pricing guidance. With intuitive search capabilities and up-to-date content, TRP helps you stay ahead of emerging trends, especially as AI transforms tax administration, dispute resolution, and compliance.
You’ll gain firsthand access to how global tax authorities are leveraging AI for smarter audit selection, enhanced taxpayer engagement, and streamlined compliance, plus insights into AI-driven transfer pricing, ethical automation, and the future of digital tax enforcement.
The trial provides complimentary access for two weeks.
Venue
George Washington University Law School
2000 H Street, NW
(20th & H Streets, NW)
Washington, DC 20052
This will be an in-person conference hosted at the George Washington University Law School, taking place in the Faculty Conference Center and the Tasher Great Room.
Sponsors
Supporters
Peter Barnes
Of Counsel, Caplin & Drysdale
Belema Obuoforibo
Director, IBFD Knowledge Centre
Doug O'Donnell
Senior Managing Director, Washington National Tax, KPMG
Nikole Flax
Principal, PwC
Sanju Sriram
CEO and Co-Founder of Simple720
Clark Armitage
Member Caplin & Drysdale
Bao Ho
Head of Transfer Pricing, MUFG Group
Sharvari Kale
Managing Principal, IBFD Knowledge Centre
Dom Macioce
Senior Vice President, Tax, Wesco International, Inc
Selena Schneider
Senior Director, Transfer Pricing, TE Connectivity
Mariam Ahmadi
Manager, IBFD North America and Caribbean
Tjerk de Greef
Director Tech & Data, IBFD
Karen Brown
Professor of Business Law, GW Law
Stephen Bonovich
Vice President, Tax, OpenAI
Agenda
8:30 – 9:00 AM
Registration and coffee in the Faculty Conference Center
9:00 – 9:15 AM
Welcome remarks by Belema Obuoforibo, Director of the IBFD Knowledge Centre and Karen Brown, Professor of Business Law, GW Law
9:15 – 10:45AM
Panel 1: AI and the Future of Tax Administration in the Faculty Conference Center
Speakers include:
Peter Barnes, Of Counsel, Caplin & Drysdale
Belema Obuoforibo, Director, IBFD Knowledge Centre
Doug O'Donnell, Senior Managing Director, Washington National Tax, KPMG
Nikole Flax, Principal, PwC
Sanju Sriram, CEO and Co-Founder of Simple720
10:45 – 11:00 AM
Refreshment Break
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Panel 2: AI and Transfer Pricing
Speakers include:
Clark Armitage, Member Caplin & Drysdale
Sharvari Kale, Managing Principal, IBFD Knowledge Centre
Bao Ho, Head of Transfer Pricing, MUFG Group
Dom Macioce, Senior Vice President, Tax, Wesco International, Inc
Selena Schneider, Senior Director, Transfer Pricing, TE Connectivity
12:25 – 1:15 PM
Fireside Chat: Future-Proofing Your Tax Function with AI in the Tasher Great Room
Speakers include:
Mariam Ahmadi, Manager, IBFD North America and Caribbean
Tjerk de Greef, Director Tech & Data, IBFD
Stephen Bonovich, Vice President, Tax, OpenAI
1:15 – 3:15 PM
Panel 3: AI and Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Faculty Conference Center
Featured Speakers Coming Soon!
3:15 – 3:30 PM
Refreshment Break
3:30 – 5:30 PM
Breakout Session: Ethical Implications of AI in Practice
Led by Karen Brown, Professor of Business Law, GW Law
5:30 PM
Closing remarks by Peter Barnes, Of Counsel, Caplin & Drysdale
5:45 – 7:00 PM
Cocktail Reception in the Tasher Great Room