The conference How CFOs Are Steering Growth and Transformation in an Uncertain World focused on the evolving role of the CFO. Faced with economic uncertainty, technological change and an increasingly demanding regulatory environment, the finance function is no longer limited to managing performance: it now plays a direct role in the decisions shaping the future of the business.

On the panel, Florent Albert (Edmond de Rothschild – Europe), Lisa Pataki (SES), Maria João (Monnett Social) and Maxim Straus (Cargolux Airlines International) shared perspectives shaped by different sectors, company sizes and business models. Moderated by Nicolas Bannier, COO of EY Luxembourg, the discussion explored the trade-offs CFOs face when investing in technology, AI, talent and transformation while continuing to deliver against short-term performance expectations. The conversation then turned to the Luxembourg context, looking at costs, regulation, attractiveness and competitiveness.

The evening continued with a networking cocktail attended by more than 120 finance leaders and professionals.

Paperjam would like to extend its warmest thanks to EY Luxembourg and Finologee (Lead Partners), as well as Polestar (Key Partner), for their support and contribution to this first edition of the CFO Panel.