# Executive AI Leverage Report

**Source:** Open Future Forum · **Published:** Sep 1, 2026 · **Format:** Survey data · **Category:** Market data
**Measures:** Adoption

Tracks who signs off on AI spend inside the organization, with the CFO's share of that decision rising. Built on small, room-based samples gathered at live sessions rather than a broad panel — read it as directional, not representative.

**Useful for:** Building methodology

Source: https://openfutureforum.com/research/executive-ai-leverage-report-september-2026