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2027 finance conference roundup

CFOs and their finance teams can explore the latest best practices for leadership in an uncertain business climate at upcoming industry events.

Chevron names insider CFO amid leadership shifts

 Long-time Chevron executive Jeff Gustavson will receive a base salary of $1 million when he assumes its top finance seat in January, the oil company said.

Pinterest swipes Amazon exec for CFO

James Dibbo will take Pinterest’s finance reins later this month as the visual search and shopping platform vies for new advertisers and users.

SEC charges former CEO with secretly giving millions in stock to family

The CEO’s “fraudulent scheme was lucrative for him and his daughter,” the Securities and Exchange Commission alleged.

SAP expands into payments as finance automation push deepens

The new service supports multiple payment methods, including wires and stablecoin-based transactions, the company said.

AI verification eats up 26% of finance teams’ workweek: Datarails

Lack of auditability ranks as the biggest barrier to trusting AI for mission-critical finance tasks, followed by concerns about accuracy and hallucinations.

Tech hiring dips despite spike in job postings

Demand for technology roles reached a three-year high, as employers added more than a quarter million postings last month, CompTIA found.

Ex-CFO gets 2-year prison sentence for wire fraud

The former CFO of the Arkansas Pediatric Clinic has surrendered her CPA license and was also ordered to pay $540,599 in restitution. 

Coinbase CAO to retire as leadership shuffle continues after layoffs

News of the long-time CAO’s planned exit comes just months after the New York-based company said it would lay off 14% of its workforce.

US services sector slows, hobbled by tariffs, higher fuel costs

Growth in the services sector has helped sustain economic growth despite tariffs, the war with Iran and rising borrowing costs.

Chicken Salad Chick CFO’s path from burger grill to C-suite

GrubHub alum Drew Travis recently joined the Atlanta-based restaurant chain, which is expanding into West Virginia, New York and Michigan this year.

More than 6 out of 10 CFOs expand into AI, tech strategy: IBM

“As you get into capital allocation and return on investment, the CFO is obviously going to play a critical role,” IBM Consulting Senior Vice President Neil Dhar said.

Jobless rate rises to 4.2%, reducing odds of Fed easing this month

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson said a decision on whether to increase the benchmark interest rate “may take more time.”

Hub Group reshuffles board, continues delisting fight

The logistics company named four new directors, including a former CFO, as it continues working to restate its past three years of financial statements.

Chief AI officers arrive in C-suites

Major corporations including Boeing, Eli Lilly and McDonald’s have added the roles since 2020, the report from Crist Kolder finds.

Albertsons expands board, names interim CFO

The supermarket chain made three new appointments, including former Food Lion President Meg Ham, moving its board from 11 to 14 members.

Skechers CFO jumps to Levi’s

John Vandemore was at the shoe brand for nearly a decade after stints at Mattel and Disney, and replaces longtime Chief Financial Officer Harmit Singh.

4 top takeaways from CFO Live 2026

From AI ROI calculations to playing the long game as a CFO in the sports world, top finance leaders shared critical insights during the annual event.

Companies struggle to turn AI productivity gains into profits: EY

Half of CEOs cite AI as a major productivity driver, but nearly a quarter struggle to convert those gains into measurable financial outcomes, the survey found.

SEC charges private fund adviser with alleged fraud before SpaceX IPO

The Manhattan-based fund adviser rode investor enthusiasm for pending initial public offerings by companies including OpenAI, the Securities and Exchange Commission alleged.

New David’s Bridal CFO focuses on finance fundamentals

Nike alum Kathy Cherian wants to ensure the bridal company’s finance function is included early in the decision-making process, she said.

Conagra CFO cites logistics, transportation accelerating inflation

The Slim Jim-maker’s finance chief David Marberger said oil prices and a driver shortage helped drive inflation higher in the fiscal first quarter. 

CFO economic optimism ticks back up in Q3: Deloitte

Finance chiefs’ economic confidence rebounded to a high range despite concerns about North America’s outlook, Deloitte found.

AI skill levels drive workforce divide: PwC

More than half of workers surveyed said they are falling behind their AI-savvy colleagues, PwC said, noting that AI proficiency bolsters a sense of job security.

CFOs report renewed optimism; keep eye on costs: U.S. Bank

Finance chiefs feel more positive about their companies’ prospects over the next three years, but navigating inflation and geopolitical tensions today remain key priorities.