Wednesday�19�November 2008, The Pearson Building, London�

The CFO is widely regarded as the natural successor to the CEO.�� As head of the finance function, the CFO is often the most qualified person to understand how the global business operates.�Therefore occupying the role of CFO is considered to be perfect preparation for one day taking on the mantle of the CEO.�But is this really true?�Are CFOs the best people to become CEOs?�Despite the enormous responsibilities that CFOs shoulder, there is nevertheless a considerable gap between running a business and actually leading one.�How easy is it for CFOs to bridge this gap?

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The evening will be attended by a specially selected group of 40 Finance Officers from both public and private organisations.�During the dinner, guest speaker Ian Livingston, CEO, BT Group will share his experiences as former a CFO and how he managed to bridge the gap to become CEO. The dinner will be hosted by John Willman, UK Business Editor, Financial Times.

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