CFO Series: Workforce Crisis: Talent, AI, & Finance Leaders

Overview

Organizations across the globe are facing a persistent and evolving challenge; finding, developing, and retaining the right talent. The gap between available skills and organizational needs continues to widen. At the same time, employee engagement has declined, and many organizations are experiencing a shift toward more transactional leadership styles that weaken connection and erode trust, and long-term performance deteriorates. We will examine the relationship between talent acquisition, talent retention, and the growing skills gap. These workforce challenges directly impact productivity, cost structures, innovation, and overall enterprise value. The objective is to position the organizations to compete effectively in a rapidly changing labor market.

Highlights

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:

• The current talent landscape and why the skills gap continues to widen
• The impact of AI and technological change on our workforce
• The financial cost of turnover, disengagement, and unfilled roles
• Shifts in leadership style and their effect on employee trust and performance
• Strategies for attracting and retaining high-quality talent in competitive markets
• Measuring employee engagement and its connection to productivity
• Aligning talent strategy with financial and operational goals
• How to lead powerfully while still learning and growing

Prerequisites

Preferably at least six (6) months of professional financial statement analysis experience and/or at least six (6) months of professional experience in preparing or reviewing accounting processes and reports.

Designed For

Financial leaders, financial managers, CEOs, CFOs, controllers, accountants, board members, advisors, and consultants; CPAs in public practice and CPAs in industry; business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals who are interested in realizing more prof

Objectives

After attending this presentation, you will be able to...

• Identify the key trends driving talent shortages and the growing skills gap
• Evaluate the financial impact of employee disengagement, turnover, and hiring challenges
• Analyze how leadership behaviors influence employee engagement and retention.
• Apply practical strategies to attract, develop, and retain talent aligned with organizational goals

Preparation

None