My Worst Day as a CFO: Lessons That Changed How I Lead

Behind every “worst day” is a missed signal, a risky decision, or a crisis that a CFO could have prevented or navigated. These circumstances become catalysts for growth. In this session, CFOs unpack their toughest moments and the lessons that ultimately shaped their success. You’ll walk away with concrete ways to spot risk earlier, build deeper trust with stakeholders, and show up as a strategic partner instead of a last‑minute financial firefighter. ​​​Panelists: Sruthi Lanka , CFO at Public.com Dan Rochkind , CFO at Lerer Hippeau Alexis DeSieno , Former CFO at Cardlytics George Wells , Founder of Wells Group Schedule: 6:00–6:30 PM: Welcome networking 6:30–7:15 PM: Panel conversation featuring prepared questions followed by audience Q&A 7:15–8:00 PM Continued networking and discussion of topics Refreshments and light food will be available. Sponsor: IOmergent helps dynamic commercial organizations to design, build, and operate strategy-aligned, AI-ready security programs. We reduce cyber risk and support business objectives with advisory consulting, fractional retainers and…