As the surge of new technology continues to advance rapidly, few innovations have sparked as much debate, excitement, and apprehension as Artificial Intelligence.  With vast data availability, computing power, and sophisticated algorithms, AI is steadily reshaping every sector, with the finance industry at the forefront of this revolution. The entwinement of AI in financial systems is no longer a glimpse into the future but rather a vivid portrait of the present.  The question remains: how does AI directly influence financial decision-making? Is it merely about automation, or does i ..read more

As the surge of new technology continues to advance rapidly, few innovations have sparked as much debate, excitement, and apprehension as Artificial Intelligence.  With vast data availability, computing power, and sophisticated algorithms, AI is steadily reshaping every sector, with the finance industry at the forefront of this revolution. The entwinement of AI in financial systems is no longer a glimpse into the future but rather a vivid portrait of the present.  The question remains: how does AI directly influence financial decision-making? Is it merely about automation, or does i ..read more

Cybersecurity, once the domain of IT specialists, has rapidly become a top-tier agenda item for CFOs worldwide. With its immense reservoirs of sensitive data and monetary assets, the financial sector is an attractive target for cybercriminals. As finance fuses deeper with technology, the challenge is embracing digital transformation and doing so securely.  For CFOs, this responsibility is two-pronged: safeguarding the organization's financial assets and ensuring the integrity of its digital data. Equally crucial is the proactive approach of educating the team, liaising with IT, ensuring ..read more

A tide is turning in the business world, and leaders are finding themselves navigating a new version of what may feel like familiar waters. It's 2023, and the customer has assumed the throne. Their experiences, their satisfaction, and loyalty are the currencies that now fuel the engines of growth and profitability.  In this context, it's impossible to overstate the importance of customer satisfaction metrics. These numerical indicators, once a side note in boardroom presentations, are now the heartbeat of every successful business. With the ultra-competitive marketplace, every customer i ..read more

Forbes Councils offers exclusive events intended to connect and empower leaders as a benefit of membership. I attended one of these events in November 2023 as a guest speaker and was part of a cohort of 15 businesspeople focused on turning up the volume on our authority and personal brands. We were there to discuss and discover ways to use our thought leadership to capture the attention of potential clients, employees, investors, and media.  Along with Forbes Books Chief Marketing Officer, Beth LaGuardia and Forbes Council Director of Content, Allison Potts, I was honored to speak on per ..read more

Technology is the lifeblood of the world around us. It powers nearly everything in our lives, drives innovation, and fundamentally shapes our future. From Silicon Valley startups disrupting traditional industries to multinational conglomerates leading digital transformation in unlikely places, we're in an era where technology is king.  But in this vast digital kingdom, connections matter just as much as code. A robust, diverse, and dynamic network is more than just a valuable asset—it's fundamental in fueling personal growth and broader technological innovation ..read more

With the remarkable technological advancements of our time comes an undeniable consequence: a heightened prevalence of cyber threats. Cybersecurity, once regarded as a peripheral concern confined to certain industries or departments, has now become an essential component across all sectors and levels within an organization. It is no longer a secondary consideration, but a vital part of business strategy and a paramount concern for every technology executive ..read more

We live in an era of unprecedented technological innovation: one where the boundaries of what machines can do are being relentlessly pushed. Artificial intelligence—once an elusive dream confined to the pages of science fiction—is now an integral part of our daily lives. It powers our digital assistants, provides recommendations on our streaming services, and is ever-improving autonomous vehicles, to name just a few instances.  Artificial intelligence has left its footprint in virtually every domain, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and productivity. But, as with every seismic technologic ..read more

Forbes Councils offers exclusive events intended to connect and empower leaders as a benefit of membership. I attended one of these events in November 2023 as a guest speaker and was part of a cohort of 15 businesspeople focused on turning up the volume on our authority and personal brands. We were there to discuss and discover ways to use our thought leadership to capture the attention of potential clients, employees, investors, and media.  Along with Forbes Books Chief Marketing Officer, Beth LaGuardia and Forbes Council Director of Content, Allison Potts, I was honored to speak on per ..read more

Technology is the lifeblood of the world around us. It powers nearly everything in our lives, drives innovation, and fundamentally shapes our future. From Silicon Valley startups disrupting traditional industries to multinational conglomerates leading digital transformation in unlikely places, we're in an era where technology is king.  But in this vast digital kingdom, connections matter just as much as code. A robust, diverse, and dynamic network is more than just a valuable asset—it's fundamental in fueling personal growth and broader technological innovation ..read more