
The Most Important CFO Priority: ‘Integrity’
Finance leaders can have a number of dueling responsibilities, but according to CFO Smith, it’s crucial to keep trust as the North Star.

Finance leaders can have a number of dueling responsibilities, but according to CFO Smith, it’s crucial to keep trust as the North Star.

For those currently borrowing or considering credit, the shifting landscape demands careful strategy. Key considerations for the rest of 2026.

‘A few years ago, demand was driven by compliance; today it’s driven by risk, revenue protection and business continuity.’

Carta CFO Charly Kevers shares his experience stepping into a CFO role for the first time, and lessons learned from leading a fast-growing SaaS company.

As CFO Leadership Council approaches its 20th anniversary, we talk with founder and president Jack McCullough about how the role of finance chief is evolving—and where it’s headed.

‘It’s no longer about working in a silo—finance is deeply integrated across teams, helping to drive decisions that impact the entire business,’ says CFO Christy Totin.