AI Governance for CFOs to Control Board Risk and Lead Strategic Transformation with Shannon Nash

Episode notes

In this episode of Future Finance, host Paul Barnhurst is joined by Glenn Hopper and special guest Shannon Nash to explore how AI is transforming the role of finance leaders and boardrooms. The conversation dives into AI adoption, governance, and the shift from traditional finance responsibilities to more strategic, decision-driven roles. Shannon Nash is a global C-suite leader, CPA, attorney, and board director with over 30 years of experience across finance, technology, and governance. She is a Partner at Alpha AI, where she helps organizations strengthen AI governance and strategic decision-making. Shannon has served as CFO at companies like Wing, Reputation.com, and Inside Source, and currently sits on multiple boards, including SoFi Bank and NetScout Systems. In this episode, you will discover: Why finance professionals must continuously retool in the age of AI How AI is changing the role of CFOs and decision-making The importance of AI governance at the board level How to manage AI investment alongside “AI sprawl.” What key questions boards should be asking about AI AI is rapidly evolving from a tool that supports workflows to one that actively drives decisions.