Build new relationships and skills for success
The CFO Vantage Program experience is designed to develop the next generation of leading CFOs. The program targets the needs of senior finance professionals who the CFO believes could be ready to be elevated to the role of a CFO within the next two to five years.
CFO Vantage Program: Early preparation is essential
- CFOs are key decision makers—leaders in their organisations who are held to high standards and are expected to set high standards.
- For finance executives to successfully take the reins from day one, early preparation and training is essential.
- As finance permeates every aspect of the business, today’s CFOs serve in a far greater capacity and hold greater responsibility than in the past.
It provides executives with an opportunity for preparation, self-reflection, and hands-on scenario planning related to key aspects of CFO goals and objectives.
The faculty is uniquely positioned to deliver this curriculum, offering attendees decades of first-hand experience from C-suite executives, analysts, rating agency executives, authors, university professors, attorneys, and senior Deloitte partners.
It is built on real-life business, commercial and financial experience, with insights, guidance, and support from multiple business leaders.
The Academy provides the participants with an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with peers from similarly sized organisations across industries and geographies.
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"CFO Vantage Program 2026: Cohort 4"
"Workshop 2" | 13 March 2026
The second workshop of the "CFO Vantage Program (Cohort 4)" focused on two key capabilities for future-ready CFOs: high-impact communication and a compelling personal brand.
The workshop featured a session by Karthik Srinivasan, Communication Strategy Consultant, on strategic storytelling, digital presence and using social media to enhance leadership influence. It was followed by an engaging, podcast-style session led by theatre artist Yuki Ellias from "The Next Stage," bringing authentic and confident communication to life.
A key highlight was the "ImpressD mirror," an interactive, red-carpet-inspired experience encouraging participants to reflect on their leadership persona.
"Workshop 1" | 23-25 February 2026
The inaugural workshop of the "CFO Vantage Program (Cohort 4)" was held at the Deloitte Knowledge Centre, Mumbai. The sessions focused on understanding the evolving expectations of a CFO through the lens of key stakeholders, including boards, investors, regulators and business leaders, offering participants a strong outside-in perspective on finance leadership.
Designed as a highly experiential learning journey, the workshop featured interactive discussions, real-world case studies and collaborative activities that encouraged peer learning and open dialogue.
Participants engaged in the "4 Faces of the CFO magnet wall" activity to apply key concepts. Curated experiences, such as music sessions, a "Nostalgia corner," "Happiness hub" and a themed "chai stall," fostered connection and informal exchange. The vibrant, Holi-inspired setting added a celebratory touch, making the experience both insightful and memorable.
The “CFO Vantage Program 2025”: Second cohort
Workshop 5 | 23 and 24 July 2025
The grand finale workshop featured a dynamic session on disruption by Dr. Jagdish Bhandarkar, Chief Disruption Officer and Namratha Rao, Head Digital Excellence Centre. The grand finale also included the graduation ceremony for the second cohort, where Deloitte South Asia COO Nitin Kini presented certificates to the participants. Nitin Kini also shared valuable insights on innovation and future trends in technology. Also, participants were given a walkthrough of Deloitte’s Centre for Innovation and Technology.
Workshop 4 | 26 June 2025
The workshop helped participants gain valuable insights from regulators, who discussed trends and patterns in compliance gaps, the necessity of regulations, and ways for companies to collaborate with regulators to create a viable ecosystem.
Workshop 3 | 25 June 2025
The workshop focused on enabling aspiring CFOs to lead with authenticity and influence by building a strong personal brand through mediums including social media and understanding their leadership style to foster collaboration and business chemistry.
Workshop 2 | 20 May 2025
The second workshop of the CFO Vantage Program 2.0, focused on the theme of transformation, explored through brand building, gravitas and Finance Transformation
Focusing on ‘Transformation’, both Personal and Financial Transformation, the first part of the workshop highlighted the importance of high-impact communication, presence, and stakeholder management for aspiring CFOs.
The second part delved into the evolving role of #finance leaders, with interactive learning and case studies on Finance Transformation that emphasised transformative initiatives, Gen AI in Finance and the capabilities of the finance function in the future.
Workshop one | 18-20 March 2025
The second edition of the CFO Vantage Program, held from 18-20 March 2025 at the Deloitte Knowledge Centre, was power-packed with the new cohort of aspiring CFOs immersing in the theme “CFO Pathshala 2.0.”
Day 1 and Day 2 witnessed insightful sessions, inspiring speeches, networking opportunities and engaging ice-breaking activities, including a gamified music session.
Furthering the momentum, Day 3 threw light on the leadership-development journey, exploring key aspects of the CFO’s role in making an impact that matters for the future of businesses. It also facilitated participants to network with their peers and gain insightful knowledge as they prepare for their journey ahead.
