Deanna Strable

Deanna Strable, a seasoned executive with over 30 years of experience, shares her unexpected journey as CFO of Principal Financial Group. She discusses the shift from a narrow focus on earnings growth to broader metrics like capital allocation and customer satisfaction. Strable emphasizes the importance of blending operational insight with financial expertise to drive long-term success. She also touches on the transformative impact of AI in finance and her passion for mentoring the next generation of finance leaders, offering valuable insights for aspiring CFOs.