From CFO to CEO: Leading Beyond the Numbers

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ISCA Academy

0.5 CPE Hour

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English

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Mon, 07-Sep-2026

Course Description

The CFO role is evolving. No longer confined to financial stewardship, today’s CFOs are increasingly expected to shape strategy, lead transformation and influence the direction of the entire enterprise, with many stepping up as the next generation of CEOs.

What does it take to make that leap?

This engaging session explores the journey from finance leader to enterprise leader through four critical dimensions: People, AI & Technology, Culture, and the Future of the Workplace. Discover how senior leaders can build high-performing teams, harness AI and data for transformation, cultivate cultures of trust and innovation, and prepare their organisations for what comes next.

Featuring perspectives from SHRM, the discussion brings together global expertise in leadership, workplace transformation and executive development. Gain practical insights into the mindset, capabilities and leadership choices CFOs need to move beyond the numbers, and lead confidently through complexity, growth and change.

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Shaakun Khanna

Senior Advisor and Head of Leadership and AI Transformation, SHRM

Shaakun Khanna is a Senior Advisor and Head of Leadership and AI Transformation for HR at SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management), with over 25 years of experience in HR transformation, HR technology, leadership development, talent management, and digital workforce transformation. He works closely with organizations across India, APAC, and the Middle East to help HR teams leverage AI, analytics, and emerging technologies to drive business impact and workforce effectiveness.Prior to SHRM, Shaakun held senior leadership roles at Oracle Corporation, where he served as Vice President and Head of HCM Strategy & Transformation and HCM Applications Strategy for Asia Pacific, advising boards, CHROs, and business leaders on large-scale HR and technology transformation initiatives.His earlier leadership experience includes serving as Country Head at IBM Kenexa, Country Head at Right Management (ManpowerGroup), and leading Employee Engagement & Leadership Development consulting at Gallup. Over the years, he has worked extensively with Fortune 500 organizations on talent strategy, employee experience, organization transformation, leadership development, and HR technology adoption.
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Magdalene Yang

Business Manager, SHRM

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