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Build your trusted circle of C-Level peers

Leadership can be isolating at the C-Level. No one else within your organization truly understands the complexities you face. Gartner C-Level Communities are designed to bridge that gap, bringing together executives who know firsthand the demands of your role.

In the Washington, DC CFO Community, you will connect with peers who are willing to share their experiences, discuss practical solutions and collaborate on emerging challenges. By joining your local community, you will gain fresh ideas and perspectives, a trusted network of peers and the support you need to lead confidently in a rapidly changing environment.

Join your local community for exclusive access to:

Peer Connections
  • Catch up with familiar faces and build new relationships with colleagues in your community
  • Strengthen your trusted professional network with peers who understand your challenges
  • Establish a circle of peers you can call on for real-time guidance and ongoing support​
Peer Perspectives
  • Engage in candid, in‑depth discussions to address your most pressing priorities
  • Learn firsthand, practical approaches from peers navigating similar challenges
  • Validate your strategies through real-world peer experiences
Gartner Insights
  • Gain data-driven insights and field-tested best practices from Gartner analysts
  • Explore forward-looking strategies on critical issues affecting your role
  • Leverage Gartner insights and Executive Partner expertise to enrich peer conversations

Washington, DC CFO Governing Body

A regional Governing Body leads the Washington, DC CFO community, shaping the topics and agendas for your local programs and ensuring that all content is driven By CFOs, For CFOs®.

Governing Body Co-Chairs

Steve Coughlin

AES Corporation
CFO

Lynn Moaney

United States Department of Agriculture
Deputy CFO & Acting CFO

Governing Body Members

Joe Budzynski

Volunteers of America
EVP & CFO

Ilana Esterrich

Planned Parenthood
CFO

Ellen Herbst

University System of Maryland
Senior Vice Chancellor Administration & Finance

Paul Joachimczyk

Sonoco Products
CFO

Jeffrey Johnson

Department of State
Deputy Comptroller for Policy, Controls, and Technology

Janice Lambert

American Council on Education
CFO

Isabel Luengo McConnell

National Labor Relations Board
CFO

Michael Mocksten

City of Baltimore
Director, Department, Finance

William Washington

Baker McKenzie
Global CFO

Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CFOs today.

  1. Prioritizing Cost Optimization and Resource Allocation
  2. Driving AI Impact Despite Challenges and Risks
  3. Closing the Digital Talent Gap to Promote Finance Transformation

Upcoming Programs

In-Person

May 2027 | an evening

Washington, DC CFO Community Inner Circle

Join fellow CFOs for dinner, discussion, and networking in a relaxed, collaborative environment.

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In-Person

November 2027 | an evening

Washington, DC CFO Community Inner Circle

Join fellow CFOs for dinner, discussion, and networking in a relaxed, collaborative environment.

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Past Programs
Washington, DC CFO Community Inner Circle - 04/29/2026 Washington, DC CFO Community Town Hall - 09/25/2025 Washington, DC CFO Community Town Hall - 07/16/2025 Washington, DC CFO Community Inner Circle - 04/08/2025 Washington, DC CFO Town Hall - 12/10/2024 Washington, DC CFO Town Hall - 08/08/2024 Washington, DC CFO Inner Circle - 04/09/2024 Washington, DC CFO Inner Circle - 10/10/2023
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Each application is carefully vetted to ensure members meet established criteria, preserving the quality of the network and enabling meaningful, peer‑level discussions among leaders from the world’s leading organizations.

Once you submit your application, a Community Program Manager will schedule a conversation to understand your priorities and interests and complete onboarding, including access to year‑round community events.

Community Member Criteria

To maintain the highest standard of peer‑level connections and discussions, members must meet the following criteria:

• Enterprise-wide C-Level or

• Business unit or regional C-Level responsible for:

- Private sector: $500M+ in revenue

- Public sector: 1,000+ employees

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Survey Report | August 21, 2026
Survey Report | August 21, 2026

Trends Report: C-Level Strategies and Challenges in Operationalizing AI

This report highlights five major trends driving enterprise AI adoption, drawing on insights from 750 C-Level executives in our recent community survey. These findings reveal an executive community that is increasingly focused on execution, scalability, and sustainable business impact – Read the report.

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Survey Report | July 8, 2026
Survey Report | July 8, 2026

Top 3 Priorities for CFOs in 2026

In 2026, CFOs are navigating a rapidly evolving business landscape shaped by digital transformation, economic uncertainty, and the accelerating adoption of AI and automation. To better understand their top priorities, we surveyed more than 100 CFOs on the topic. In this report, we provide a comprehensive view of the survey results, including key themes and strategic imperatives shaping the future of finance leadership.

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Infographic | June 22, 2026
Infographic | June 22, 2026

Community Pulse on Strategies and Challenges in Operationalizing AI

As organizations move from early experimentation to scaling AI, we recently surveyed 750 C-level executives on how they are strategizing and operationalizing AI within their organizations. Here is a snapshot of the results.

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