CFO Slice

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly transforming leadership roles across the C-suite and boardroom, shifting the emphasis from traditional expertise toward judgment, adaptability, and the ability to manage human-AI collaboration. As AI takes on more analytical and operational tasks, executives such as CFOs and CHROs are becoming more focused on data-driven strategy, workforce planning, and organizational design. In a piece for the Harvard Business Review, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, chief science officer at Russell Reynolds Associates, highlights growing demand for technology-focused leadership positions, including AI, data, and transformation roles, while some specialized positions are being absorbed into broader executive functions. At the same time, boards are beginning to use AI for tasks such as risk analysis, scenario planning, and decision support. Looking ahead, organizations are expected to adopt increasingly hybrid leadership models that combine human oversight with AI-powered insights. While AI is unlikely to replace senior leaders in the near term, it is expected to fundamentally change how executives and boards operate, make decisions, and create value.