THE BRIEFING | CEO SPOTLIGHT

the differentiating factor between those out in front and those playing catch up. It is a time when leaders have to set an example, too. I recently read a Dayforce study that found a huge uptick in C-suite AI use, including that 45 % of senior execs are more likely to use AI at work than Gen Z respondents. If we want to encourage enterprisewide adoption, leading from the top down is the only way. I’ ve spent a large part of the last year pushing our own technology and AI transformation at BizClik, and the way it has enhanced how we are able to connect, engage and serve our global network of businesses is incredible to see. In reality, though, we’ re only scratching the surface. As adoption grows, training will be so important. I view AI as one of the most significant workforce transformation challenges.

It will stretch CEOs and senior executives in multiple ways, from how they hire and develop through to giving far closer attention to ethics, values and inclusion. Business Chief will be there for that journey, bringing indispensable content and timely thought leadership on this and other opportunities. Enjoy this edition, it is great to see such an important title in our portfolio back. And if you have a story to tell, want to join our community or speak at one of our many events through 2026, let me know – we’ ll make it happen.

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