How CEOs are thinking about AI and what they are still figuring out

April 9, 2026
“You’re seeing a generational handoff. I think age 39 is the fastest-growing age for CEOs right now. Part of that is the learning curve. Some leaders are saying, “I’m not going to sign up for the next horizon that includes AI.”
 
Senior Partner David Astorino shared his observations from conversations with CEOs in this WorkWire interview with writer Tony Case, which focused on preparing the next generation of corporate leaders for the new AI age.