How Controllers and CFOs Can Evaluate AI ROI Without Falling Into the Hype Cycle
As artificial intelligence adoption accelerates, CFOs and Controllers are increasingly asked to validate business cases, approve investment, and demonstrate return on AI initiatives. The AI Leaders Council’s 2026 Corporate AI Outlook Study provides timely insight into...
2026 Economic Outlook: Key Takeaways for the C-Suite
In early January, Executive Councils hosted a C-suite briefing focused on the economic conditions shaping 2026. Moderated by Neil Brown, CEO of Executive Councils, the session featured Curtis Dubay, Chief Economist at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The discussion...
What the 2026 AI Outlook Means for CFOs and Controllers
Our partner community, the AI Leaders Council, recently released the 2026 Corporate AI Outlook Study, examining how organizations across North America are adopting and scaling artificial intelligence. While the study spans multiple executive roles, the findings carry...
Global Supply Chain Reliability Improves, but Cost Volatility Remains Elevated
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reports continued improvement in global supply chain reliability through its Global Supply Chain Pressure Index. While overall conditions have normalized, several cost pressures remain, including transportation expenses, commodity...
CFO’s on the Move: December 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, the finance world is seeing notable shifts in leadership. New CFO appointments and strategic transitions are setting the stage for how companies will manage growth, risk, and capital in 2026. Today, Controllers Council will focus on 13 CFOs...
Top 10 Webcasts of 2025
Controllers are navigating rapid change across technology, compliance, and leadership. To help finance leaders stay ahead, Controllers Council hosted many webcast panels in 2025. Here’s a look at the top 10 webcasts our community found most valuable, offering insights...
CFO Priorities Shift Toward Efficiency and Cash Preservation in New Deloitte Poll
The most recent Deloitte CFO Signals survey shows a clear shift in executive priorities. Finance leaders are entering 2026 with a heightened focus on efficiency, cash preservation, disciplined investment, and operational reliability. These themes reflect broader...
CFO and Controller Tech Bets for 2026 – Webinar Highlights
The Controllers Council and Paystand had a discussion on CFO and Controller Tech Bets for 2026. The conversation brought together Genevieve Hancock, CFO and Principal Consultant at G Hancock Advisory, and Dinah Chen, Business Controller at Atlas Copco Group. The...
AI Adoption Accelerates Among U.S. Businesses. What Controllers and CFOs Should Consider?
A recent nationwide survey from the National Federation of Independent Business reports that nearly one third of small businesses in the United States now use AI tools to manage customer inquiries, appointment scheduling, and administrative tasks. Adoption has...
Cash Flow Predictability for 2026 – Webinar Highlights
Finance and accounting leaders are preparing for a year that will require steadier cash flow practices, clearer forecasting, and stronger command of the receivables cycle. During the recent Controllers Council and Billtrust webinar titled Cash Flow Predictability for...
Corporate Bankruptcies on the Rise Across the United States
Recent data from S&P Global Market Intelligence shows that U.S. corporate bankruptcies have risen above pre pandemic levels and remain elevated across several major industries. For CFOs and Controllers, increased bankruptcy activity provides early clues about...
U.S. Hiring Slows as Wage Growth Cools. What Controllers and CFOs Should Prioritize in 2026?
The latest Employment Situation Report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows slower hiring activity and more moderate wage growth heading into 2026. The trend is important for Controllers and CFOs who are updating workforce plans, labor forecasts, and...
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