If you blinked this quarter, you might have missed Vena’s latest leap into the clouds—specifically, the Azure cloud, clad in agentic AI armor and brimming with newfound industry accolades. As the new fiscal year cracks open, Vena, already known as the “#1 agentic AI-powered FP&A platform purpose-built to fully amplify the Microsoft technology ecosystem” (a title worthy of both awe and a mug that barely fits on your desk), says it’s not just growing. It’s in hyper-growth, surging past the $100 million USD mark, achieving the coveted Centaur status—an elite badge worn by only the most robust of SaaS companies.
Centaur status isn’t just corporate mythology—it’s a quantifiable badge of SaaS honor. To wear it, tech platforms must leap over nine-digit revenue hurdles, signaling not just survival but thriving in a fiercely competitive landscape. For Vena, closing FY25 with record-breaking numbers wasn’t just an annual goal, it was a statement.
In Q4 alone, the Toronto-based platform welcomed more new customers than ever before, breaking acquisition records both in sheer volume and variety. From Fortune 500 multinationals to nimble disruptors, organizations across industries and geographies plugged into Vena, drawn by promises of smarter, speedier, AI-infused financial planning.
But for all the stats and celebratory PowerPoint slides, the real proof is in satisfaction. Vena’s customer satisfaction soared to an eye-watering 94%—a number that, in the SaaS world, is about as rare as a unicorn launching a side-hustle on the moon. Across implementation, training, and customer support, users weren’t just nodding along—they were singing praises.
With AI-powered pattern-spotting and automation, every budget owner suddenly has a virtual FP&A partner—meaning faster insights, fewer late nights, and decision-making at machine speed. As organizations across the financial spectrum clamor for smarter solutions, Vena Copilot answers with data-driven recommendations and an ability to drive complex analysis without ever asking for a coffee break.
Of course, the upcoming Fall 2024 product release aims to turn the dial even further. Promised features include deeply enhanced AI insights, collaboration tools that might make even the most hardened finance manager crack a smile, and an ever-broadening toolkit for financial, operational, and strategic planning.
This deepening partnership isn’t accidental. It’s strategic. Enter Brian Kobleur, the newly anointed VP of Microsoft Alliances & Strategic Partnerships, a Microsoft veteran now entrusted with weaving Vena’s platform into the very fabric of the Microsoft enterprise universe. The goal: take seamless integration from buzzword to boardroom reality, driving greater value for customers who want their cloud, productivity, and AI investments to actually sing in harmony.
This “Live in Five” portfolio isn’t just a gimmick for the impatient; it represents a wider trend in enterprise SaaS—a demand for flexible, rapid rollout and immediate ROI. No more quarter-long onboarding or endless configurations. It’s financial transformation at speed, on your terms, and increasingly, on your timeline.
But it’s not just about new logos or shiny awards; it’s about the community. Vena Academy, the company’s learning and certification arm, issued over 13,000 CPE/CPD credits in 2025. For finance professionals, ongoing education is as vital as a functioning Wi-Fi connection, and Vena’s investment in this space means users become more than customers—they’re part of an ever-expanding, ever-empowering FP&A community.
With a product roadmap that’s laser-focused on further AI integration, deeper Microsoft ecosystem connectivity, and relentless customer-centric innovation, Vena is positioning itself not just as a tool—but as the electrified backbone of modern enterprise planning. Forget static spreadsheets and clunky workflows; think living, breathing platforms that adapt and evolve in real time, just like the businesses they serve.
Why does this matter? Because most companies run their financial lifeblood through Microsoft products, and anything less than seamless integration is a recipe for bottlenecks, errors, and late-night frustrations. Vena’s plug-and-play approach means you don’t have to retrain your team or rethink your stack; you simply turbocharge what’s already there.
And with the platform’s enhanced collaboration capabilities, finance, operations, and strategy teams finally work from a single source of truth—eschewing the old dance of “whose spreadsheet is the real spreadsheet” and embracing a unified approach to data, insights, and decisions.
AI has fundamentally shifted the equation. Instead of spending hours wading through data and prepping models, finance professionals are leveraging generative AI to handle the heavy lifting. That means more time for scenario planning, risk mitigation, and creative strategy—not just number crunching. Vena’s Copilot for FP&A rides this wave, putting advanced analytics and forecasting in the hands of every budget owner and analyst, from startups to global giants.
It’s a smart move—and a reminder that in the fast-evolving world of business technology, product innovation is only half the battle. Community, education, and trusted partnerships round out the formula for lasting success.
Strategic investments are being poured into AI-powered innovation and new features are on deck to roll out in the coming year, all while deepening ties to Microsoft’s legendary ecosystem. Customers can expect streamlined upgrades, faster onboarding, and hands-on support that keeps even the most ambitious planning projects on schedule.
And while awards and stats are impressive, what sets the course is vision. Vena’s leaders, partners, and ever-growing (and ever-enthusiastic) user base aren’t just celebrating the past year’s records—they’re bending the future of planning to their will.
For enterprises wrestling with old-school processes and seeking smarter, more connected ways to plan, the message is clear: It’s time to leave static spreadsheets and sluggish workflows behind. With Vena—and its growing army of partners, customers, and learning aficionados—the possibilities are as boundless as the cloud itself.
So, if you’re preparing for FY26 and wondering whether your planning tools are up to the task, maybe it’s time to look north to Toronto. The agents of financial transformation aren’t waiting for permission—and with Vena, neither should you.
Source: Business Wire Vena Kicks Off FY26 With Record Growth, Product Innovation and Industry Recognition
From $100 Million and Beyond: The Vena Growth Story
Centaur status isn’t just corporate mythology—it’s a quantifiable badge of SaaS honor. To wear it, tech platforms must leap over nine-digit revenue hurdles, signaling not just survival but thriving in a fiercely competitive landscape. For Vena, closing FY25 with record-breaking numbers wasn’t just an annual goal, it was a statement.In Q4 alone, the Toronto-based platform welcomed more new customers than ever before, breaking acquisition records both in sheer volume and variety. From Fortune 500 multinationals to nimble disruptors, organizations across industries and geographies plugged into Vena, drawn by promises of smarter, speedier, AI-infused financial planning.
But for all the stats and celebratory PowerPoint slides, the real proof is in satisfaction. Vena’s customer satisfaction soared to an eye-watering 94%—a number that, in the SaaS world, is about as rare as a unicorn launching a side-hustle on the moon. Across implementation, training, and customer support, users weren’t just nodding along—they were singing praises.
Vena Copilot and the Era of AI-Driven FP&A
What’s fueling all this momentum? Meet Vena Copilot, an assistant for FP&A pros conjured from Microsoft Azure’s generative AI toolbox. It’s pitched as more than a souped-up spreadsheet helper: Copilot is the business analyst who never sleeps, never misplaces a cell, and never inadvertently hits “reply all.”With AI-powered pattern-spotting and automation, every budget owner suddenly has a virtual FP&A partner—meaning faster insights, fewer late nights, and decision-making at machine speed. As organizations across the financial spectrum clamor for smarter solutions, Vena Copilot answers with data-driven recommendations and an ability to drive complex analysis without ever asking for a coffee break.
Of course, the upcoming Fall 2024 product release aims to turn the dial even further. Promised features include deeply enhanced AI insights, collaboration tools that might make even the most hardened finance manager crack a smile, and an ever-broadening toolkit for financial, operational, and strategic planning.
The Power of Partnership: Vena and Microsoft
Vena’s magic doesn’t happen in a vacuum—it’s purpose-built to amplify the entire Microsoft technology ecosystem. With its FY26 kickoff, Vena officially joined the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, a move that catapults its AI-powered planning platform into the hands of organizations already neck-deep in Azure’s scalable, reliable, and agile infrastructure.This deepening partnership isn’t accidental. It’s strategic. Enter Brian Kobleur, the newly anointed VP of Microsoft Alliances & Strategic Partnerships, a Microsoft veteran now entrusted with weaving Vena’s platform into the very fabric of the Microsoft enterprise universe. The goal: take seamless integration from buzzword to boardroom reality, driving greater value for customers who want their cloud, productivity, and AI investments to actually sing in harmony.
Partner Ecosystem: “Live in Five” and Agile Expansion
What’s better than innovation? Innovation at breakneck speed. Vena has expanded its partner ecosystem with nine new collaborators in just the last quarter, from consultancies like Arribatec and Horváth to specialist advisors like F.F.P - Future Finance Partners and Kerr Consulting. Each brings fresh expertise—but the show-stealer is Citrin Cooperman’s “Live in Five,” a preconfigured FP&A service that promises full Vena implementation in as little as five hours. Yes, you read that right—five hours, or (for the adventurous) slightly less time than a Lord of the Rings marathon.This “Live in Five” portfolio isn’t just a gimmick for the impatient; it represents a wider trend in enterprise SaaS—a demand for flexible, rapid rollout and immediate ROI. No more quarter-long onboarding or endless configurations. It’s financial transformation at speed, on your terms, and increasingly, on your timeline.
Award-Winning, Community-Building, and Never Bored
If you’re tired of software companies toasting themselves with empty awards, brace yourself: Vena’s recent accolades come fast and with genuine substance. Customer expansion metrics hit all-time highs, and the company’s commitment to excellence racked up honors from analysts and industry forums alike. From FP&A innovation nods to service and satisfaction trophies, the trophy case is filling up fast—requiring, perhaps, a new line item in the FY26 budget for extra shelving.But it’s not just about new logos or shiny awards; it’s about the community. Vena Academy, the company’s learning and certification arm, issued over 13,000 CPE/CPD credits in 2025. For finance professionals, ongoing education is as vital as a functioning Wi-Fi connection, and Vena’s investment in this space means users become more than customers—they’re part of an ever-expanding, ever-empowering FP&A community.
“Excelerate Finance” and the Future of Planning
Where next for a platform already surging on so many fronts? According to Vena, the momentum will find its next focal point at Excelerate Finance 2025, a gathering of partners, finance leaders, and operations professionals dedicated to “taking FP&A beyond boundaries.” It’s a bold promise and a fitting slogan for a company that sees planning not just as a function, but as a competitive weapon.With a product roadmap that’s laser-focused on further AI integration, deeper Microsoft ecosystem connectivity, and relentless customer-centric innovation, Vena is positioning itself not just as a tool—but as the electrified backbone of modern enterprise planning. Forget static spreadsheets and clunky workflows; think living, breathing platforms that adapt and evolve in real time, just like the businesses they serve.
The Fine Print: What Sets Vena Apart?
Beyond the headline numbers and shiny AI, what’s the secret sauce? Vena’s advantage is twofold: unflinching commitment to the Microsoft stack and a hyper-focus on user empowerment. While competitors dabble in generic integrations, Vena’s platform is engineered to let customers wield the full arsenal of Microsoft tools—from Excel (yes, the old warhorse) through Power BI, Azure cloud, and Copilot for Microsoft 365.Why does this matter? Because most companies run their financial lifeblood through Microsoft products, and anything less than seamless integration is a recipe for bottlenecks, errors, and late-night frustrations. Vena’s plug-and-play approach means you don’t have to retrain your team or rethink your stack; you simply turbocharge what’s already there.
And with the platform’s enhanced collaboration capabilities, finance, operations, and strategy teams finally work from a single source of truth—eschewing the old dance of “whose spreadsheet is the real spreadsheet” and embracing a unified approach to data, insights, and decisions.
Industry Trends: AI and the Migration of Planning Functions
Vena’s rise isn’t occurring in a vacuum. Across the board, demand for intelligent FP&A is at an all-time high. As organizations untangle legacy systems and seek agility, finance and planning functions can no longer afford to rely on spreadsheets alone—or on manual processes that treated quarterly close like a moon landing.AI has fundamentally shifted the equation. Instead of spending hours wading through data and prepping models, finance professionals are leveraging generative AI to handle the heavy lifting. That means more time for scenario planning, risk mitigation, and creative strategy—not just number crunching. Vena’s Copilot for FP&A rides this wave, putting advanced analytics and forecasting in the hands of every budget owner and analyst, from startups to global giants.
Looking Global, Acting Local: Expanded Reach and Community Growth
No tech growth story is complete without a look at reach—and Vena’s is genuinely global. New logos have come from virtually every continent, with organizations from banking, healthcare, manufacturing, and the nonprofit sectors onboarding as fast as you can say “AI-powered agility.” The community-centric approach—exemplified by Vena Academy and a growing partner network—ensures customers don’t just buy a tool. They gain an ever-growing peer group and learning resource that keeps them ahead of the curve.It’s a smart move—and a reminder that in the fast-evolving world of business technology, product innovation is only half the battle. Community, education, and trusted partnerships round out the formula for lasting success.
Vena and the Road Ahead: What to Expect from FY26 and Beyond
As it barrels into FY26, Vena’s roadmap is studded with “more”—more functionality, more AI, more global partnerships, and yes, more ways to transform the humdrum of planning into something akin to financial alchemy.Strategic investments are being poured into AI-powered innovation and new features are on deck to roll out in the coming year, all while deepening ties to Microsoft’s legendary ecosystem. Customers can expect streamlined upgrades, faster onboarding, and hands-on support that keeps even the most ambitious planning projects on schedule.
And while awards and stats are impressive, what sets the course is vision. Vena’s leaders, partners, and ever-growing (and ever-enthusiastic) user base aren’t just celebrating the past year’s records—they’re bending the future of planning to their will.
The Takeaway: The Agentic Age of FP&A
In an era where financial planning can make or break a business’s agility, Vena stands as an example of what happens when you mix relentless innovation, customer obsession, and a deeply strategic partner ecosystem. From breaking through the SaaS Centaur barrier to unleashing Copilot’s intelligent automation, Vena isn’t just chasing the future—it’s defining it.For enterprises wrestling with old-school processes and seeking smarter, more connected ways to plan, the message is clear: It’s time to leave static spreadsheets and sluggish workflows behind. With Vena—and its growing army of partners, customers, and learning aficionados—the possibilities are as boundless as the cloud itself.
So, if you’re preparing for FY26 and wondering whether your planning tools are up to the task, maybe it’s time to look north to Toronto. The agents of financial transformation aren’t waiting for permission—and with Vena, neither should you.
Source: Business Wire Vena Kicks Off FY26 With Record Growth, Product Innovation and Industry Recognition
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