In this episode of The GrowCFO Show, Kevin Appleby and Susana Serrano‑Davey explore whether AI is strengthening or weakening the strategic role of the CFO, positioning it as both a powerful assistant and a potential risk when used without critical thinking. They discuss how tools like ChatGPT are reshaping research, communication, and decision-making in finance, while highlighting the growing gap between interest in AI and confidence in implementing it effectively. The episode ultimately argues that AI should enhance, not replace, a CFO’s judgment, with long-term success depending on using it for speed and insight while maintaining authenticity, critical thinking, and leadership presence.