Topic: AI & the Modern CFO: A Fireside Chat

Summary:  Dive into the practical ways AI is transforming the daily responsibilities of today’s CFO. From automating routine tasks like financial reporting and forecasting to enhancing real-time decision-making with advanced analytics, AI is reshaping how CFOs manage risk, optimize cash flow, and drive strategic growth. In this discussion, we’ll focus on the tangible applications of AI in a CFO’s workflow, addressing both the challenges and the opportunities it brings to the table. Join us to explore how AI is redefining the future of finance leadership.
 

Preliminary Agenda:

1 - Top LLMs & AI Tools Review

2 - How to Get Started with AI

3 - Is your Data AI ready?

4 - AI Consumerization for Finance

5 - Risks and Concerns (AI Hallucinations; Regulatory issues; AI on AI interactions etc.)

6 - How to evaluate investments in AI for CFOs

Followed by Networking & Discussions

Fireside Chat Speakers: 

• Dr. Kaushik Dutta, a professor and Associate Dean at USF, an expert in big data analytics with over 22 years of experience. He has mentored startups, served as CTO of Mobilewalla, and holds a PhD from Georgia Tech. His research is widely published in leading journals.  
• Theresa Scott is a Principal Global Strategic Initiatives Leader at AWS (Amazon Web Services), known for her expertise in cloud data strategy. Three decades guiding C-suite leaders with technology strategies and data-driven decision-making. Mrs. Scott led digital transformations at Accenture and pioneered AI and ML solutions at IBM. 
• Dr. Anderson D Prewitt - AI/Data Science Research Expert & Applied Systems Technology Consultant; LSSGB; STEM Education Advocate; Author & Speaker; AI2030 Global Fellow
• Cate Tutowski - Chief Executive Officer @ Quantis.ai; Former Top 100 Chief Operating Officer in the Beverage Industry @ Primo Water (NYSE: PRMW); ex-GE & ex-Amazon Web Services; Board Member; Growth & Innovation Expert

Bios & Links:

Dr. Kaushik Dutta, a professor and Associate Dean at USF.  https://www.usf.edu/business/about/bios/dutta-kaushik.aspx

Theresa (Morelli) Scott, Accomplished digital technology executive and recognized thought leader in analytics, commerce experience, and customer engagement with proven track record of designing integrated solutions, driving enterprise go-to-market strategy, and delivering revenue.  MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Specializing in C-suite strategy and digital maturity for large global and midmarket organizations across Retail, Communications/Media, Travel and Hospitality, Insurance, Banking, Education, Telco, Energy and Utilities, Government, and Healthcare.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresamorelliscott

Dr. Tom Stablein is the Assistant Professor of Instruction and Director of the Global Online MS in AI and Business Analytics at USF's Muma College of Business. He brings over 16 years of executive experience in business analytics and portfolio management, including roles at Constellation Energy. He holds a DBA from USF.  Dr. Stablein will participate in the networking session.  https://www.usf.edu/business/about/bios/stablein-tom.aspx

Dr. Anderson D. Prewitt is the founder of Prewitt Solutions and a course facilitator at Cornell University. With a Ph.D. in Materials Science from the University of Florida and experience at Fortune 500 companies, he specializes in data science, systems engineering, and innovation. His book, Enhancing Business Value Through Artificial Intelligence, is set to release on October 24th, 2024​.  The book is currently on pre-order at Amazon https://a.co/d/aBxpGAw

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dradprewitt/

Cate Tutowski

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cate-gutowski/

Any questions about this event pls reach out to FENG Tampa Chapter Co-Chairman:

Slava Burdman

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