On 25th July 2025, PGDM Finance students from ISBR Business School — Mr. Piyanshu Bansal, Ms. Kritika Roy, and Ms. Nandini Upadhyay — proudly represented the institute at the CFO Story Club 2025 | BLR Edition, held at Courtyard by Marriott, Bengaluru.
Themed “The Evolving CFO: From Number Keeper to Strategic Navigator”, this prestigious event welcomed leading CFOs, finance heads, and AI-powered fintech pioneers to explore the disruptive shifts reshaping today’s finance landscape.
Real-Time Lessons from leading CFOs
Attending CFO Story Club 2025 gave our students firsthand exposure to the next frontier of finance. Here’s what they took away:
Strategic Exposure
- Participated in forward-thinking sessions on AI x Finance, strategic decision-making, and managing financial volatility.
- Witnessed how finance leaders deploy AI assistants, real-time forecasting, and automated compliance systems to improve accuracy and speed.
Industry Networking
- Interacted with top CFOs and senior finance executives, gaining valuable insights into industry expectations and real-world challenges.
- Engaged in conversations around the human side of finance — leadership, adaptability, and talent development.
Sessions That Reshaped Perspective
Some sessions left a lasting impression on both intellect and ambition:
How CFOs Handle Chaos
From cash crises to career crossroads, this panel detailed real-time strategies deployed in high-pressure situations, highlighting how today’s CFO must be agile and resilient.
AI x Finance – From Pilots to Performance
This transformative session emphasized how AI x initiatives are no longer experimental. They’re driving performance, precision, and predictive power in modern finance functions.
Finance Talent 2025
Focused on building AI-augmented teams, this session stressed the importance of upskilling, emotional intelligence, and future-ready financial leadership.
Balancing Growth & Cost
A gripping conversation about the CFO’s “impossible choice” — balancing growth with fiscal responsibility. The panel explored how strategic finance must align with both profitability and purpose.
Takeaways for Future Finance Leaders
The event was a career-defining moment for our students, reinforcing critical takeaways:
- Technology is non-negotiable: Tomorrow’s finance roles demand tech fluency, especially in AI, analytics, and automation.
- Strategy is core: CFOs are not just financial gatekeepers — they are now business strategists and transformation architects.
- Learning never stops: Real-world exposure and continuous industry engagement are vital for staying ahead in a fast-changing finance world.
ISBR’s Commitment to Industry Readiness
At ISBR Business School, real-time learning goes beyond the classroom. Our students are constantly encouraged to immerse themselves in industry-led platforms, network with thought leaders, and gain a competitive edge through experiential exposure.
Participating in The CFO Story Club 2025 was more than a one-day event — it was a glimpse into the future of finance, and our students returned empowered, inspired, and equipped.
Let’s Shape the Future of Finance
About ISBR Business School: ISBR Business School, located in Bangalore, India, is a premier institution dedicated to providing world-class education in business and management. Accredited by the NBA and recognized by the Association of Indian Universities and the Ministry of HRD, Government of India, ISBR has consistently been ranked as a platinum institute by AICTE-CII. With a diverse student body, a strong emphasis on industry collaboration, and a curriculum designed to foster innovation and leadership, ISBR Business School is committed to shaping the business leaders of tomorrow. The school’s robust placement record and partnerships with top global companies underscore its commitment to excellence and career readiness for its students