Our CFO Circle
The CFO Circle offers members an exclusive opportunity to discuss current challenges and developments within the finance industry and share expertise and experience with each other. In today's fast-paced environment, we have seen the complexities of financial management, both domestically and internationally, become more critical than ever.
The role of a CFO has expanded significantly to include strategic planning, risk management, and guiding the organisation through economic uncertainties. Additionally, the rapid advancements in financial technology, data analytics, and data security have transformed the way CFOs operate. Changes in regulations, whether related to financial reporting, tax laws, or sustainability requirements, add further layers of responsibility and complexity. The CFO Circle gives Finance Directors and CFOs of our member organisations the chance to meet and discuss these current developments in the finance landscape. It provides a platform to share expertise, address common challenges, and learn from each other's experiences.
All our Circles follow the Chatham House Rules, ensuring a confidential and open dialogue.
In this Session: The Changing Role of CFOs in an AI and Digitalisation Landscape
This exclusive roundtable will explore “The Changing Role of CFOs in an AI and Digitalisation Landscape”, featuring Axel Meier, Global CFO of Siemens Smart Infrastructure.
The Siemens Smart Infrastructure business employs around 80,000 people worldwide and delivers key digital technologies to support energy, buildings and industrial infrastructure.
Axel will share his insights into the evolving role of CFOs in every tech strategy and transition including the rapid advancement of digitalisation and AI - and how these technologies are enabling resilience, sustainability, and competitive advantage.
He will also present key findings from the ‘Siemens Infrastructure Transition Monitor 2025’, based on a global survey of 1,400 executives, examining:
- How the evolution of energy infrastructure - enabled by digital technologies – is driving progress toward a net zero future
- The progress, priorities, and issues in the decarbonisation of buildings
- The industrial sector's journey toward sustainability
Light refreshments and drinks will be served.
This is an invite-only CFO Roundtable for CFOs and senior finance leaders, exclusive to members and with limited spaces.
Event Information
Location:
Brightly Software - A Siemens Company, 257 Collins Street, Level 9, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Date:
Monday, 02 February 2026
Start:
4.00 PM
End:
6.00 PM
Language:
English
Cost:
Free for AHK Members
This is an invite-only CFO Roundtable for CFOs and senior finance leaders, exclusive to members and with limited spaces.