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Especially in the age of AI, transformation is coming for every company. Rachita Sundar, CFO of the cloud-based experience management platform Qualtrics, has seen this firsthand, having worked for SaaS giants like HubSpot and Microsoft amid rapid change. “One of the lessons I took is that a company is always transforming,” she says. “As a CFO, what it means for you and what’s most important for you to understand is capital allocation. That makes or breaks the transformation.” Sundar joins host Jack McCullough to share how finance leaders should approach capital in times of transformation, how to use technology and…

More than 175 million Americans, about half of the U.S. population, have health insurance through their employer. That one fact carries great weight. For employers, the affordability and sustainability of health benefits are no longer a back-office concern. It's your front-line strategy for attracting and retaining talent. And our employees themselves are telling us what they value. Millennials now make up the largest generation in the U.S. workforce, and they deeply value and actively take advantage of their mental health benefits. Research shows that more than 60% of these employees participate in these resources. Mental health support is no longer…

Corporate appetite for acquisition deals is increasing. From shifting global dynamics to the rise of AI, it's a unique environment for deal-making. J. Neely, Accenture's Global Transaction Advisory Practice Lead and Senior Managing Director, shares his thoughts on what's driving recent M&A activity and how executives can prepare. “This space is changing rapidly, and AI has the potential to have a significant impact on shaping and driving transactional value,” Neely said. “Now, agent AI is tipping the curve again by redefining how deals are executed and expanding what can be achieved with post-trade value creation.” Here's what finance leaders need…

Royal Caribbean Group's John F. Block named Corporate Director's 2026 Director of the Year – Corporate Director Skip to content The Jury Award, presented in partnership with AlixPartners, recognizes independent directors who have stabilized Royal Caribbean through its record recovery post-COVID-19. John F. Block appointed as Royal Caribbean Group's Chief Independent Director corporate director's 8th annual Director of the Year award is presented in partnership with AlixPartners. Mr. Block was recognized by a distinguished panel of public company board members for his role in providing independent governance stability during one of the most significant corporate recoveries in recent…

The transition to quantum computing is no longer a distant theoretical change, but an immediate strategic and commercial reality. Boston Consulting Group points out that quantum technology has a potential market opportunity of $2 trillion, with an estimated 90% of that value accruing to early adopters. Similarly, IBM's 2025 Readiness Report highlights that quantum-enabled organizations are already outpacing their peers in innovation. As a result, more than half of companies expect to integrate quantum computing within the next two years. Walmart, Pfizer and Honeywell already have strong quantum teams, and big banks are experimenting with it for trading and risk.…

BP has changed three CEOs and three chairmen in less than three years. The latest shock came this spring, when the company's board abruptly fired its chairman just weeks after the new CEO took over, citing serious concerns about governance, oversight and conduct. The outgoing chairman denies that explanation, saying he was fired without warning and disputes characterizations of his work style. One activist investor was even more blunt, calling the company's nomination process “dysfunctional.” It's tempting to turn in all of this due to bad employment or bad luck. A more useful lens is one to which the board…

Public company boards are accelerating their focus on AI, and governance expectations are evolving accordingly. According to CAQ research, 90% of S&P 500 companies will mention AI-related information in their 2024 10-K. As adoption of this technology increases, investors and regulators are paying close attention to how oversight is structured, often centered around audit committees. Establishing strong governance is fundamental to implementing AI systems that stakeholders can trust, especially in a rapidly evolving technology environment. The audit committee, as part of the broader organization, plays a key role in this process. Responsibility for risk monitoring. Frameworks such as KPMG AI…

Investor protection is a key focus for audit committees and is reinforced by high-quality audits that support reliable information for decision-making. As the PCAOB develops its strategic priorities for 2026-2030, audit committees will have an opportunity to share their views on how regulators can strengthen the Board's oversight and help promote continued audit quality. The Center for Audit Quality's Audit Committee Council (ACC), an independent advisory group of audit committee members and chairs, submitted a comment letter to the PCAOB outlining three key recommendations for boards to consider when developing priorities. The council highlights the improvements needed. Inspection programs, regulatory…

Historically, the CFO has been primarily a behind-the-scenes role. These days, CFOs have become strategic partners for future-ready CEOs and operational leaders. And now, many finance leaders may be moving toward what Joel Campbell called “CFO plus.” Mr. Campbell is the CFO of TreviPay, a fintech company that provides a B2B payments platform. His more than 25-year career includes finance, chief risk officer roles, and senior finance leadership positions at companies such as Western Union and H&R Block before becoming CFO of TreviPay. In his current role, Joel oversees responsibilities that extend beyond finance to M&A, strategy and human resources.…

Boards may need to be open to pivoting – Corporate Directors Skip to content Allbirds' dramatic transformation into an AI infrastructure company highlights questions that more boards may soon be facing. The question is when should the original business model be completely abandoned to protect shareholder value? Privacy protection. We have enhanced our privacy policy to better protect you. This policy includes the use of cookies to give you the best online experience and provide essential functionality of our services. By clicking “Close” or continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy. Our privacy policy…