Kostas Valancauskas Pawel Lewandowski Jamie Fagan Noirin Burke

The Four Faces of the Modern CFO: Balancing Stewardship, Strategy, Operations and Innovation

Innovative CFO

A Talk by Kostas Valancauskas , Pawel Lewandowski , Jamie Fagan and Noirin Burke

About this Talk

CFOs must wear multiple hats, balancing financial stewardship with strategic vision, operational excellence, and a focus on innovation. This session explores the evolving role of finance leaders as they navigate economic uncertainty, digital transformation, and the increasing demand for strategic partnership across the business. How can CFOs maintain financial discipline while also driving growth and innovation?

Join a discussion with senior finance leaders on how they are mastering this balancing act. From optimizing cost structures to leading digital initiatives and influencing corporate strategy, this session will offer practical insights into what it takes to be a well-rounded, future-ready CFO. Discover how finance leaders are redefining their roles to meet the ever-expanding expectations placed upon them.

16 December 2025, 03:00 PM

World Finance Forum Dublin

03:00 PM - 03:45 PM

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About The Speakers

Kostas Valancauskas

Kostas Valancauskas

Novartis, Country CFO

Kostas Valancauskas

Pawel Lewandowski

Pawel Lewandowski

Finance Director - Pringles & Cheez-It, Kellanova

Pawel Lewandowski

Jamie Fagan

Jamie Fagan

Finance Director - Allphar, Uniphar Group

Jamie Fagan

Noirin Burke

Noirin Burke

Chief Financial Officer, KM Lynskey

Noirin Burke