Core Insights - The role of CFOs is perceived as evolving towards a more strategic focus, although it has historically included strategic elements [2][3] - CFOs are increasingly required to manage complex responsibilities, including technology adoption and personnel management, which are becoming more visible [3] - There is a debate among finance leaders about whether the CFO role is changing or has always been strategic [3] Group 1: Perspectives from CFOs - Tony Ciotti, CFO of Riveron, notes that the CFO role is evolving rapidly, especially in private equity-backed companies, emphasizing the importance of exit experience and the need for agile operators [4] - Eric Mason, CFO of CAAS and SLG, asserts that the CFO is a strategic role essential for organizational growth and execution of strategic plans, often second only to the CEO [5] - Chris Ortega, CEO and fractional CFO of Fresh FP&A, highlights the shift from a tactical to a strategic partnership role for CFOs, suggesting that they should allocate 80% of their time to strategy and 20% to execution [6]