“AI: towards new business models and new jobs”

In your opinion, what influence will AI have on the world of finance over the next ten years?

Candi Carrera. – “Over the next decade, AI will become ubiquitous across all businesses, including finance, and will fundamentally change the way we work. It will have a profound impact on the customer value chain, improve internal and external capabilities, transform decision-making and personalize every aspect of our experiences. Much like the move from the abacus to the calculator, AI represents a significant technological advancement in terms of efficiency and capability, leading to new business models and a whole new set of jobs. However, this pervasive integration will require boards and management to upskill around the regulatory, ethical, and data privacy challenges associated with technology.

What do you think about the scarcity and difficulty for women to access management positions in the financial sector, which is still perceived as a very male-dominated field?

“Despite some progress, women continue to face significant barriers to reaching leadership positions in finance (and in general) due to persistent biases and structural challenges in traditionally male-dominated industries; for example, the current trend of many companies to eliminate working from home hinders women’s work-life balance. To foster true diversity and inclusion, the sector must actively implement policies that promote equal opportunity, that truly foster female talent pipelines and succession planning, and that shift the culture towards adoption of female leadership.

How will environmental and social criteria influence investment and financing decisions between now and 2035?

“By 2035, Generation Z and Generation Alpha will significantly influence investment trends as they enter adulthood and establish their financial presence. Having grown up in a time where climate change, social justice and sustainability are high-profile global issues, they are deeply aware and concerned about the long-term impact of their choices, leading them to prioritize investments that align with environmental and social criteria and contribute positively to society and the environment.”

This article was originally written in English, translated and edited for the Paperjam website in French.