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1 Rebecca Ferguson (A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE) 39:04
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For the first time, Skip Intro goes to The Paris Theater in Manhattan to sit down with Rebecca Ferguson who stars as Captain Olivia Walker in A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE . Directed by Oscar-winning Kathryn Bigelow, the film was screened this month at the historic 535-seat theater — NYC’s longest-running arthouse cinema. Ferguson shares what it was like to read the powerful script written by Noah Oppenheim and how working with Bigelow was unlike any other experience on set. The Mission Impossible actor also talks about jumping off the roof of the Vienna State Opera with Tom Cruise, Denis Villeneuve’s love of veils and jingle jangles in Dune , and teases Netflix’s upcoming Peaky Blinders movie with Cillian Murphy. Video episodes available on Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts .…
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Looking to build an efficient accounting team so you can focus on strategy and business growth? As the role of the CFO changes to include long-term performance-driver, all-knowing technology expert and full-company strategic guide, more and more accounting leaders are left overwhelmed. Join us as we talk to CFOs, Controllers and other industry veterans who share their expertise on how to streamline accounting processes, create established efficiency and move to a data-driven model, allowing you to tackle what matters. CFO Weekly is brought to you by Personiv, a high-quality, people-powered solution to all of your accounting needs. From procure-to-pay and order-to-cash to record-to-report, and from transactional to Controller-level support and more. Personiv goes above and beyond to get results with a team as small as one in our offshore, cost-saving model.
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Looking to build an efficient accounting team so you can focus on strategy and business growth? As the role of the CFO changes to include long-term performance-driver, all-knowing technology expert and full-company strategic guide, more and more accounting leaders are left overwhelmed. Join us as we talk to CFOs, Controllers and other industry veterans who share their expertise on how to streamline accounting processes, create established efficiency and move to a data-driven model, allowing you to tackle what matters. CFO Weekly is brought to you by Personiv, a high-quality, people-powered solution to all of your accounting needs. From procure-to-pay and order-to-cash to record-to-report, and from transactional to Controller-level support and more. Personiv goes above and beyond to get results with a team as small as one in our offshore, cost-saving model.
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×1 CFO's Role in Crafting a Financial Narrative That Drives Growth with Matt Collis, CFO at PairSoft 27:39
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Matt Collis, Chief Financial Officer at PairSoft, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are evolving from traditional financial oversight to strategic leadership partners who craft compelling financial narratives that drive business growth. Matt brings extensive experience scaling companies across different industries, with deep expertise in financial automation and operational excellence. With his background spanning audit, private equity-backed businesses, and board-level strategic planning, Matt shares how finance leaders can move beyond reporting numbers to become integral drivers of business strategy. Currently serving as CFO at PairSoft, Matt oversees financial operations for one of the strongest financial automation platforms serving mid-market and enterprise organizations, with solutions that integrate natively with major ERP systems, including Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle NetSuite, and Sage Intacct. What You'll Learn: Why CFOs must transition from diagnostics to strategic decision-making partners How to craft financial narratives that speak to operational metrics, not just numbers The critical role of financial automation in supporting rapid scalability Strategies for balancing financial controls with business agility during growth phases How to foster cross-functional collaboration that aligns financial planning with business goals The evolution of the CFO role from startup through enterprise maturity Learn more about Matt: Matt Collis on LinkedIn PairSoft Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 AI-Driven Scenario Planning with Hemant Kapadia, CFO at Anaplan 27:31
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Hemant Kapadia, CFO at Anaplan, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are transforming financial planning and strategic decision-making through AI-powered scenario modeling and connected enterprise planning. Hemant brings a unique blend of engineering precision and financial acumen, having started his career as an electrical engineer at GE before transitioning into finance leadership roles. With over 30 years of experience across public and private companies, including CFO positions at Sirius Computer Solutions, Markandy Inc., and MEMC SunEdison Semiconductor, Hemant shares how finance teams can leverage AI to accelerate decision-making, eliminate organizational buffers, and build resilient planning systems. Currently serving as CFO of Anaplan, an enterprise decision-making platform, Hemant oversees traditional finance functions while helping CFO customers deliver outsized business outcomes through connected planning across finance, supply chain, sales, and workforce domains. What You'll Learn: Why traditional financial modeling is insufficient for today's dynamic business environment How AI-powered scenario planning enables real-time adaptive decision-making across enterprises The critical importance of connected planning across finance, supply chain, sales, and workforce Strategies for eliminating organizational buffers through unified data and transparent planning How AI accelerates model development from weeks to hours with solutions like CoModeler The future of dynamic pricing, customer profitability analysis, and enterprise-wide AI adoption Learn more about Hemant: Hemant Kapadia on LinkedIn Anaplan Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 Innovation Through Curiosity with Matthew Spencer, CAO at Global Partners LP 23:15
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Matthew Spencer, Chief Accounting Officer at Global Partners LP, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are building agile, tech-enabled teams that drive innovation through curiosity, experimentation, and strategic use of offshore talent. Matthew brings over 20 years of experience, starting his career at Ernst & Young, where he spent a decade advancing to senior manager before serving as assistant controller at SharkNinja Operating LLC. With his extensive background in financial reporting, accounting operations, and systems implementation, Matthew shares how finance teams can leverage automation to free up capacity for strategic work, build distributed workforces effectively, and create cultures where innovation thrives through curiosity and ownership. Currently serving as Chief Accounting Officer at Global Partners LP since 2018, Matthew oversees financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls, and has successfully integrated offshore resources that now comprise 15% of the company's finance team. What You'll Learn: Why curiosity and ownership are the foundational behaviors that drive finance innovation How automation enables teams to shift from repetitive work to strategic analysis Strategies for balancing in-house expertise with offshore resources without losing institutional knowledge The critical role of experimentation and safe failure in building adaptive finance teams How offshore talent can transform operations for companies of any size, not just global enterprises The future of AI in reshaping finance functions and why early experimentation matters Learn more about Matthew: Matthew Spencer on LinkedIn Global Partners LP Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 AI-Powered Finance Transformation with Billy Newman, CFO at Redwood Software 32:44
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Billy Newman, CFO at Redwood Software, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are revolutionizing finance operations through AI-powered automation and strategic oversight. Billy brings extensive experience from his tenure as CFO at Cvent, where he navigated the company through a pandemic, two public offerings, and private equity transactions while implementing transformative automation initiatives. With his deep background in FP&A and financial transformation across SaaS companies, Billy shares how finance teams can leverage AI to automate repetitive processes, implement predictive analytics, and position finance as a strategic partner rather than a task master. Currently serving as CFO of Redwood Software, Billy oversees the financial operations of a workload automation company while applying lessons learned from successfully transforming broken manual processes into automated, scalable systems. What You'll Learn: How to identify which finance processes are prime candidates for automation versus those requiring human expertise The "Clean Data Framework" for ensuring AI implementations deliver accurate, reliable results Why AI enhances rather than replaces finance talent by enabling more strategic work How to balance automation with human oversight to maintain strong financial controls The critical success factors for implementing automation at scale in fast-moving organizations How to transform quote-to-cash processes through strategic automation and system integration Why AI strengthens compliance and risk management through continuous monitoring and anomaly detection How to prepare finance teams culturally and technically for the AI transformation journey The importance of establishing clear KPIs and governance frameworks for automation initiatives Why cross-departmental collaboration improves when manual data sharing is automated Learn more about Billy: Billy Newman on LinkedIn Redwood Software Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 The Digital Banking Revolution with Alex Jimenez, Lead Principal Consultant at Backbase 34:23
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1 Budgeting for Impact: How Finance Can Lead, Not Just Report with Travis Grundy, Senior Associate of FP&A at Adventum 28:09
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Effective budgeting and forecasting require balancing data-driven analysis with practical business realities, especially for emerging companies navigating uncertain economic conditions. In this episode of CFO Weekly, Travis Grundy, Senior Associate of FP&A at Adventum, joins Megan Weis to share his unique approach to creating realistic budgets and forecasts that drive business success. Travis Grundy is a Financial Strategist and Advisor at Adventum, where he serves as a fractional CFO helping businesses optimize their financial operations. With vast experience in data-driven decision making and global program management, Travis brings a unique perspective shaped by his service in the US Army, leadership of Zharmae Books, and work across diverse industries, including healthcare and mental health services. What You’ll Learn: How to build realistic budgets using a bottom-up approach that starts with unit economics Why socializing budgets across departments is crucial for successful implementation The framework for analyzing revenue targets, hiring plans, and expense management holistically How to use KPIs and historical data to create achievable financial projections Why regular monthly variance analysis and frank discussions drive budget accountability How to tailor budgeting approaches across different business types while maintaining core principles Learn more about Travis: Travis Grundy on LinkedIn Adventum Website Alyn Robert Economic Strategies Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 From Engineer to Finance: A Blueprint for Modern Energy Finance with Zachary Kimball, PE, MBA, Citation Oil and Gas Corp 19:17
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Zachary Kimball, PE, MBA, VP of Finance and Strategic Planning at Citation Oil and Gas Corp, joins Megan Weis to explore how CFOs in the energy sector are transforming their approach to managing aging assets while balancing escalating production costs and operational efficiency. Zach brings unique insights as a petroleum engineer turned finance leader, with experience at Halliburton, Marathon Oil, and McKinsey & Company's Petroleum Asset Excellence group. With his extensive background spanning field operations to corporate strategy, Zach shares how finance teams can leverage operational knowledge to optimize mature assets, implement data-driven capital allocation frameworks, and navigate the complex intersection of ESG considerations and profitability. Currently serving as VP of Finance and Strategic Planning at Citation Oil and Gas Corp, Zach oversees strategic planning for a portfolio of mature assets with over 400 fields, some dating back over 100 years. What You'll Learn: How aging assets fundamentally change financial strategy beyond traditional commodity price focus Frameworks for evaluating which mature assets to invest in versus divest or decommission The critical role of operational data integration in high-level financial decision making Strategies for managing power costs that can represent 30-40% of operating expenses How ESG considerations serve as a license to operate rather than just a cost center Capital allocation approaches that balance growth investments with cost-saving initiatives Learn more about Reza: Zachary Kimball, PE, MBA on LinkedIn Citation Oil and Gas Corp Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 Cash Forecasting: How CFOs Navigate Financial Distress with Daniel Fulton, Locust Street Advisory 43:27
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Daniel Fulton, President and Principal Consultant at Locust Street Advisory, joins Megan Weis to explore how financial leaders can effectively manage turnarounds and cash forecasting during periods of financial distress. Daniel brings over a decade of experience spanning corporate finance, construction finance, healthcare management, and political finance, with extensive hands-on experience in stabilizing businesses through challenging restructures and high-growth periods. With his diverse background leading companies from near-insolvency to profitability and his expertise in building financial operations processes, Daniel shares how finance teams can implement robust cash forecasting models, manage stakeholder communications during crisis, and create sustainable operational changes. Currently serving as President of Locust Street Advisory, Daniel oversees strategic financial management, turnarounds, and business consulting for companies facing liquidity challenges and growth management issues. What You'll Learn: Why complacency is the most common pitfall that leads businesses into financial distress How to build effective cash forecasting models using straightforward "money in, money out" methodologies The critical importance of categorizing expenses into "must spend," "need to spend," and "would like to spend" buckets Strategies for balancing short-term stabilization with long-term growth opportunities How transparent communication and scenario planning can drive behavioral change in management teams The role of operational process improvements in preventing future financial crises Learn more about Daniel: Daniel Fulton on LinkedIn Locust Street Advisory on LinkedIn Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 CFO Pulse Report: Insights on AI, Talent, and Resilience with Megan Weis and Jack McCullough 35:44
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In this special episode of CFO Weekly, we turn the tables as Jack McCullough, Founder and President of the CFO Leadership Council, interviews Megan Weis about Personiv's 2025 CFO Pulse Report. Megan brings extensive experience in finance and accounting outsourcing, having started her career as a CPA at Deloitte & Touche before transitioning through roles at BP, Accenture, and Everest Group. She earned her MBA from Duke University and joined Personiv in 2017 to help launch their finance and accounting services division. With her deep background in the evolution of finance operations and talent management, Megan shares insights from the comprehensive survey of 253 finance and accounting leaders across more than 20 industries. Currently serving as a key leader at Personiv, Megan oversees the development of strategic insights that help CFOs navigate the most significant talent shortage in the profession's history while adapting to technological transformation. What You'll Learn: Why the accounting talent shortage has reached critical levels with 150% year-over-year increase in open roles How CFOs are integrating AI, automation, and outsourcing as core strategies beyond temporary fixes The evolution of the CFO role into "Chief Everything Officer" with expanded cross-functional responsibilities Strategies for attracting and retaining Gen Z talent through purpose-driven work and technological fluency How modern finance teams are structured with hybrid onshore, nearshore, and offshore models The critical factors driving CFO confidence and strategic outlook in uncertain economic times Learn more about Megan: Megan Weis on LinkedIn CFO Weekly Podcast Learn more about Jack: Jack McCullough on LinkedIn CFO Leadership Council Website Secrets of Rockstar CFOs Podcast Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 How to Bridge the Gap Between Finance and Business with Soufyan Hamid, Chief of Financial Storytelling Program of The Finance Circle 31:29
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Soufyan Hamid, Chief of Financial Storytelling Program of The Finance Circle, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern finance professionals are transforming their roles from back-office functions to strategic business partners through the power of financial storytelling. Soufyan brings extensive experience with over a decade in corporate finance, having worked at PwC, Deloitte, and Proximus, where he discovered firsthand the critical importance of communication skills in finance leadership. With his deep background in FP&A and passion for bridging the gap between technical expertise and essential soft skills, Soufyan shares how finance teams can leverage storytelling to make their insights actionable, influential, and strategically valuable. Currently serving as Chief of Financial Storytelling Program of The Finance Circle, Soufyan oversees tailored training programs that help finance professionals develop business acumen, communication skills, and leadership capabilities to drive business success. What You'll Learn: Why traditional financial reporting structures fail to engage business stakeholders How to filter complex financial data into compelling, actionable messages The role of business acumen, communication, and leadership in effective storytelling Strategies for measuring the impact of improved financial storytelling How AI and automation will enhance the importance of human storytelling skills The pathway from technical expertise to strategic business partnering Learn more about Soufyan: Soufyan Hamid on LinkedIn The Finance Circle Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 The AI-Powered CFO: Navigating the Future of Finance with Nicolas Boucher, Founder of AI Finance Club 36:33
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Nicolas Boucher, a finance AI thought leader who has trained over 5,000 professionals, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs can leverage AI to transform their finance operations through strategic prompting, automation, and human-machine collaboration. Nicolas brings extensive experience with 15 years in finance, including roles at PwC as an auditor across Luxembourg and Singapore, and as a finance leader at Thales, a European aerospace company similar to Boeing. With his deep background in both traditional finance and AI implementation, Nicolas shares how finance teams can transition from manual processes to AI-powered automation using frameworks like CSI and FBI for effective prompting. Currently leading the AI Finance Club community with over 1 million social media followers, Nicolas helps finance professionals develop critical AI skills and avoid common implementation pitfalls while building teams that combine human expertise with robotic efficiency. What You'll Learn: Why effective prompting is more important than choosing the "best" AI tool How to implement the CSI and FBI framework for superior AI outputs The role of AI in enhancing financial forecasting with machine learning algorithms Strategies for automating expense management and compliance monitoring How to balance human expertise with AI-driven insights for optimal results The future of finance leadership as managers of human-robot teams Learn more about Nicolas: Nicolas Boucher on LinkedIn AI Finance Club Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 How Accounting Firm Owners Transform Profitability with Reza Hooda, Founder of Profitable Accountants Community 24:43
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In this episode of CFO Weekly , Reza Hooda, Founder of the Profitable Accountants Community, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern accounting firm owners are revolutionizing their business models by moving from hourly billing to value-based pricing. Reza brings extensive experience as a former PwC professional who built and scaled his own seven-figure accounting firm before transitioning to coaching other firm owners. With a deep background in accounting firm transformation and firsthand experience growing from a struggling startup during the 2008 financial crisis to a highly profitable practice working less than 10 hours per week, Reza shares how accounting professionals can leverage specialization, strategic pricing, and systematic approaches to build scalable, profitable firms. As Founder of the Profitable Accountants Community, he has helped over 350 firm owners transform their businesses through his coaching programs and frameworks. What You'll Learn: Why hourly billing creates cash flow problems and limits profitability potential How to transition from time-based to value-based pricing with immediate results The importance of specialization and niching down to command premium pricing Strategies for creating perceived value that justifies higher fees How AI and technology enable more efficient service delivery The framework for building marketing systems that generate leads on autopilot Learn more about Reza: Reza Hooda on LinkedIn The Profitable Accountants Community Website Capture Accounting Website Waiji & Co Chartered Accountants Website The Four Pillars Book Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 Unlocking the CFO’s Strategic Power in the AI Era with Kumar Parakala, CEO of Tabhi 44:20
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Kumar Parakala, a distinguished CEO, founder, investor, and board director, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are evolving from traditional financial guardians to strategic architects of organizational transformation in an AI-centric world. Kumar brings 25+ years of experience including 15 years with KPMG where he co-founded the $3 billion technology advisory practice, and recently exited GHD Digital, a global business he founded that grew to 700 professionals across nine countries and was valued at over $400 million. With his deep background in digital transformation and C-suite advisory, Kumar shares how finance leaders can leverage AI for real-time financial intelligence, dynamic forecasting, and strategic decision-making. Currently incubating 100 startups globally through his company Tribeco and bestselling author of "Lead to Disrupt: Seven Keys to Success," Kumar provides insights on how CFOs can transition from reactive financial reporting to proactive future-proofing of their organizations. What You'll Learn: Why CFOs must evolve to become "Chief Future Officers" and business model architects How AI enables real-time financial intelligence and continuous budget management The critical difference between traditional ROI metrics and AI investment evaluation Strategies for CFOs to balance automation with human judgment and leadership How to transform from mechanical financial operations to strategic organizational catalysts The future skills CFOs need: digital intelligence, systems thinking, and design thinking Learn more about Kumar: Kumar Parakala on LinkedIn Tabhi Website "Lead to Disrupt" Book Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 AI-Powered Vendor Management and How CFOs Streamline Operations with Sara Wyman, CEO & Founder at Stackpack 27:40
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Sara Wyman, CEO & Founder at Stackpack, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are revolutionizing vendor management through AI-powered automation and strategic oversight. Sara brings extensive experience as a former VP of Strategic Partnerships at Affirm Inc. and VP of Enterprise Sales, where she witnessed firsthand the chaos of managing hundreds of vendors without proper systems at high-growth companies. With her deep background in fintech and vendor relationship management, Sara shares how finance teams can leverage AI to automate contract term extraction, implement proactive risk alerts, and build comprehensive vendor management systems. Currently serving as CEO of Stackpack, Sara oversees the development of AI-native solutions that help companies transition from manual spreadsheet-based vendor tracking to automated, scalable systems starting at just $199 per month. What You'll Learn: Why CFOs must take a proactive role in vendor management beyond traditional cost oversight How AI can automate contract term extraction with 100% accuracy in minutes versus weeks The critical metrics CFOs should track for effective vendor performance evaluation Strategies for implementing real-time risk alerts and renewal notifications How robust vendor management systems impact investor confidence and operational efficiency The future of AI in vendor discovery, evaluation, and strategic alignment Learn more about Sara: Sara Wyman on LinkedIn Stackpack Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
1 Billing Bottleneck and How CFOs Solve Manual Finance Operations with Apurv Bansal, CEO & Co-founder at Zenskar 25:36
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Apurv Bansal, CEO & Co-founder at Zenskar, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are transforming their finance operations by moving from manual spreadsheet-based processes to AI-powered billing and revenue recognition systems. Apurv brings unique insights as a second-time entrepreneur, IIT Delhi and Harvard Business School alumni, who previously co-founded Wishpicker (acquired by Snapdeal) and held leadership roles at Google and Elevation Capital. With his extensive background in fintech and firsthand experience with complex billing challenges at Google, Apurv shares how finance teams can leverage technology to automate manual processes, implement dynamic pricing models, and build investor-ready financial systems. Currently serving as CEO of Zenskar, Apurv oversees the development of AI-native billing solutions that help companies transition from cost-plus to usage-based pricing models. What You'll Learn: Why dynamic pricing models are crucial for competitive advantage in today's market How to align pricing with customer value perception for sustainable growth The role of AI in automating billing and revenue recognition processes Key metrics CFOs should track to evaluate billing system performance Strategies for transitioning from homegrown billing systems to scalable solutions How robust financial systems impact investor confidence and fundraising success Learn more about Apurv: Apurv Bansal on LinkedIn Zenskar Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Gen Z and the CPA Shortage: Why Young Talent is the Solution with Paul Peterson, Managing Partner at Wiss & Company, LLP 35:26
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Paul Peterson, Managing Partner at Wiss and Company LLP, joins Megan Weis to explore how Gen Z represents the solution to the CPA shortage rather than being part of the problem. Paul Peterson brings over 30 years of experience in public accounting and has been leading Wiss and Company's strategic evolution for more than a decade. With his extensive background in developing talent and fostering innovation in accounting firms, Paul shares insights on how the profession can adapt to attract and retain the next generation of CPAs. Currently serving as Managing Partner at Wiss and Company, Paul oversees the firm's long-term strategy and has successfully implemented programs that embrace Gen Z's strengths while addressing industry challenges. What You'll Learn: Why Gen Z's characteristics make them ideal for the modern accounting profession How to adapt training and development models for the next generation The role of technology integration in attracting Gen Z talent Strategies for creating meaningful work experiences that resonate with younger professionals How to leverage Gen Z's adaptability to drive innovation in accounting firms Learn more about Paul: Paul Peterson on LinkedIn Wiss and Company LLP Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Building Learning Cultures in Finance with Jessica McClain, CFO at Girl Scouts Nation's Capital 27:36
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Jessica McClain, Chief Financial Officer at Girl Scouts Nation's Capital, joins Megan Weis to explore the critical importance of continuous learning in financial leadership. Jessica McClain brings exceptional expertise in nonprofit financial management, having successfully transitioned from over a decade in public accounting to strategic leadership in mission-driven organizations. With extensive experience across public accounting and nonprofit sectors, Jessica oversees financial strategy, the iconic Girl Scout cookie program, retail operations, and camp property management for the largest Girl Scout council in the country. Her passion for professional development and mentorship has earned her recognition as a 2024 Rising Star by the CFO Leadership Council, 2023 Nonprofit CFO of the Year, and multiple honors from prestigious accounting organizations. What You'll Learn: Why emotional intelligence is becoming the defining skill for modern CFOs How to foster a culture of continuous learning within finance teams The evolution from technical accounting to strategic storytelling Practical strategies for staying ahead of technological disruption Building communication skills that translate complex financial data into actionable insights Learn more about Jessica: Jessica McClain on LinkedIn Girl Scouts Nation's Capital Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Sustainable Growth Through Financial Centralization with Steve Mastin, CFO at 4M Building Solutions 23:39
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Steve Mastin, Chief Financial Officer at 4M Building Solutions, joins Megan Weis to explore how centralization of financial and operational functions drives growth in private equity-backed environments. Steve Mastin is recognized for his strategic financial leadership and ability to optimize business performance through systematic integration and standardization. With nearly two decades of experience across various senior leadership roles in finance, accounting, and executive positions, Steve brings deep expertise in financial transformation and M&A integration. Currently serving as CFO at 4M Building Solutions, where he oversees financial operations, IT, human resources, risk management, and M&A activities, Steve Mastin has successfully navigated complex integrations and driven growth across diverse business sectors in the fast-paced private equity environment. What You'll Learn: The critical importance of standardizing the chart of accounts across business units How centralization creates operational efficiency and cost savings The evolution of the CFO role from financial reporting to strategic leadership When to implement centralization in a company's growth trajectory Managing cultural integration during acquisitions and mergers Learn more about Steve: Steve Mastin on LinkedIn 4M Building Solutions Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Private Equity Financial Leadership Insights with Dennis DuBois, CFO at Creative Planning 26:48
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Dennis DuBois, Virtual CFO at Creative Planning, joins Megan Weis to explore how interim and fractional CFOs serve as strategic resources for both buyers and sellers in private equity transactions. Dennis DuBois is known for optimizing business potential through top and bottom line growth while establishing quality relationships with internal and external stakeholders. With experience across multiple industries, private equity companies, and organizations of all sizes, Dennis brings a systemic viewpoint to growth strategy development and financial infrastructure building. Currently serving as Virtual CFO at Creative Planning, an independent wealth advisory firm managing over $300 billion in assets, and as Board Member at publicly traded Entrepreneur Resorts Limited, Dennis DuBois has successfully navigated complex transactions, COVID-19 disruptions, and the transition from traditional CFO roles to fractional finance leadership. What You'll Learn: The key differences between interim and fractional CFO roles and when each is most valuable How fractional CFOs can prevent transaction failures by identifying risks early Common financial reporting gaps that derail M&A deals Why most sellers overvalue their businesses and how to set realistic expectations The critical role of financial preparation in successful exits Learn more about Dennis DuBois: Dennis DuBois on LinkedIn Creative Planner Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 How CFOs Can Fight Process Friction with Nikhil Patel, Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for the City of Detroit 25:46
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Nikhil Patel, Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for the City of Detroit, joins Megan Weis to navigate the critical challenges of process friction in both government and private sectors, as well as ways to reduce it by optimizing and streamlining operations. With vast experience across management consulting at Boston Consulting Group, startup leadership, and public sector finance, Nikhil brings a unique perspective to operational efficiency and process optimization. His background includes a BS in Chemical Engineering and an MS in Industrial Engineering from the University of Michigan, along with an MBA from Harvard Business School. What You’ll Learn: How to define process friction through key metrics The "Black Box" approach to breaking down complex organizational processes Why understanding legacy systems and regulatory constraints is crucial for implementing change in government organizations How to balance thorough analysis with agile decision-making in large-scale projects The strategic framework for implementing automation and AI in traditional financial operations Learn more about Nikhil: Nikhil Patel on LinkedIn City of Detroit Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 How CFOs Can Navigate Tariff Chaos with Michael Perica and Sameer Katiyar 35:05
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With unprecedented tariffs looming, how can businesses adapt their financial strategies? In this episode of CFO Weekly, Michael Perica, CFO at Rimini Street, and Sameer Katiyar, CFO at Cleo, join Megan Weis to discuss the far-reaching impacts of tariffs on global business operations. They share invaluable insights on navigating supply chain disruptions, managing financial risk, and maintaining operational efficiency in uncertain times. Michael Perica is the Chief Financial Officer at Rimini Street. With vast experience in shareholder relations, SEC reporting, financial planning and analysis, capital raising, and M&A, Michael is known for his excellent problem-solving abilities and multifunctional team leadership skills. His expertise in managing financial operations during periods of significant change, particularly regarding tariffs and global trade dynamics, provides valuable insights for finance leaders navigating complex market conditions. Sameer Katiyar serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Cleo, bringing extensive expertise in the technology sector with a focus on FP&A, accounting, cost management, and business transformation. His background in both public company and private equity environments, combined with his strategic approach to financial leadership, offers unique perspectives on managing tariff-related challenges and supply chain optimization. What You’ll Learn: How to balance core financial governance with agile forecasting in uncertain times Why investing in people remains the critical foundation for navigating trade disruptions The strategic framework for managing tariff-induced costs without defaulting to price increases How to develop effective communication strategies with investors regarding tariff-related risks Why supply chain diversification and operational efficiency are crucial alternatives to price increases How to leverage technology and tools to maintain visibility across global operations Learn more about Michael and Sameer: Michael Perica on LinkedIn Sameer Katiyar on LinkedIn Rimini Street Website Cleo Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 From $20M to $300M: CFO Insights for Navigating Growth with Rick Smith, Founder of Bonfire Advisory 37:01
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The CFO role has evolved dramatically, especially for venture and growth-stage companies where traditional MBA theory meets harsh startup realities. In this episode of CFO Weekly, Rick Smith, a five-time CFO and founder of Bonfire Advisory, joins Megan Weis to share hard-earned lessons from his new book and decades of experience building financial operations from the ground up. Rick Smith is a seasoned financial executive who has served as CFO for five different companies across industries, including SaaS, health tech, education technology, and retail. With experience scaling businesses from $20M to $300M in revenue, Rick founded Bonfire Advisory to provide fractional CFO services to Series A and B companies. His new book, "Demystifying the Role of the CFO in Venture and Growth Stage Companies," offers practical guidance for finance leaders navigating the unique challenges of high-growth environments. What You'll Learn: Why early-stage CFO work is harder than large company finance roles How to build scalable financial systems before you desperately need them The critical difference between theoretical MBA knowledge and practical CFO skills Why most acquisitions fail and how to beat the odds in M&A deals How to navigate complex revenue recognition in different industries (SaaS vs. healthcare) The "boring but crucial" aspects that can make or break your company during a sale Learn more about Rick: Rick Smith on LinkedIn Bonfire Advisory on LinkedIn Demystifying the Role of the CFO: in Venture and Growth Stage Companies in Amazon Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Why Modern CFOs Must Be Quarterbacks, Not Just Scorekeepers with Travis St. Ores, CFO at Comprehensive Logistics 32:34
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Travis St. Ores, Chief Financial Officer at Comprehensive Logistics, joins Megan Weis to discuss the agility of modern middle-market CFOs. Learn how today's CFOs are becoming strategic quarterbacks for their organizations, balancing agility with financial discipline and leveraging new technologies like AI to drive growth. Travis St. Ores is an experienced CFO specializing in private equity and founder-owned businesses, with a focus on building and optimizing finance functions for scalable growth and operational excellence. With a decade of experience in financial leadership, Travis has dedicated his career to supporting private equity-backed companies through critical phases including high growth periods, turnaround efforts, and complex transactional activities. What You’ll Learn: How to transition from traditional CFO responsibilities to becoming a strategic "quarterback" for the leadership team Why balancing rapid scaling with financial discipline requires clear communication and strategic technology adoption The framework for implementing AI and automation to free up finance teams for higher-value activities How to navigate the unique challenges of middle-market companies The essential skills needed to become a CFO in today's dynamic business environment within a decade Why developing cross-functional expertise and embracing change is crucial for modern CFO success Learn more about Travis: Travis St. Ores on LinkedIn Comprehensive Logistics Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Why CFOs Need to Think Like Data Scientists with Mohammed Wasim, Senior Data Insights Analyst at Molson Coors Beverage Company 21:41
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Mohammed Wasim, Senior Data Insights Analyst at Molson Coors Beverage Company, joins Megan Weis to explore the transformative power of data analytics in modern finance, specifically how it can reveal stories and drive decisions that create meaningful change. With a Master of Science in Data Science from the Illinois Institute of Technology, Mohammed brings expertise in data visualization, statistical analysis, and predictive analytics to the global internal audit team. In his current role, he focuses on integrating SAP data into Databricks and performing comprehensive analysis to help identify key risk indicators and align business strategies. What You’ll Learn: How to integrate advanced analytics tools like Databricks and SAP to transform financial analysis and reporting Why starting with descriptive analytics before moving to predictive models creates a stronger foundation for data-driven decisions The essential differences between implementing data analytics in large corporations versus smaller companies How to ensure data insights align with broader strategic goals through cross-functional collaboration Why developing a data-driven culture requires both technical tools and employee training in data literacy Learn more about Mohammed Mohammed Wasim on LinkedIn Molson Coors Beverage Company Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 How One Finance Leader Transformed Multiple Industries with Angie Paglinawan, Director of Finance IT at Aristocrat 35:41
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Angie Paglinawan, Director of Finance IT at Aristocrat, joins Megan Weis to explore the real-world evolution of finance leadership. From standardizing processes and implementing automation to mastering the art of financial storytelling, Angie offers practical insights for finance leaders. Angie is a solutions-driven finance leader and financial project professional with over 25 years of experience spanning utilities, gaming manufacturing, hospitality, IT, and construction industries. She specializes in driving financial processes, executing transformation projects, and implementing strategic system improvements. What You’ll Learn: How to transition from traditional accounting roles to strategic finance leadership Why standardization and automation are crucial for enabling finance teams to focus on strategic initiatives rather than routine tasks The evolution of the CFO role into a storyteller who must communicate financial insights differently across various stakeholders How to leverage AI and automation to free up finance teams for more strategic work while maintaining data accuracy Why cross-training teams and standardizing processes are essential for maintaining agility in fast-paced environments Learn more about Angie Angie Paglinawan on LinkedIn Aristocrat Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Budgeting for Impact: How Finance Can Lead, Not Just Report with Travis Grundy, Senior Associate of FP&A at Adventum 28:04
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Effective budgeting and forecasting require balancing data-driven analysis with practical business realities, especially for emerging companies navigating uncertain economic conditions. In this episode of CFO Weekly, Travis Grundy, Senior Associate of FP&A at Adventum, joins Megan Weis to share his unique approach to creating realistic budgets and forecasts that drive business success. Travis Grundy is a Financial Strategist and Advisor at Adventum, where he serves as a fractional CFO helping businesses optimize their financial operations. With vast experience in data-driven decision making and global program management, Travis brings a unique perspective shaped by his service in the US Army, leadership of Zharmae Books, and work across diverse industries, including healthcare and mental health services. What You’ll Learn: How to build realistic budgets using a bottom-up approach that starts with unit economics Why socializing budgets across departments is crucial for successful implementation The framework for analyzing revenue targets, hiring plans, and expense management holistically How to use KPIs and historical data to create achievable financial projections Why regular monthly variance analysis and frank discussions drive budget accountability How to tailor budgeting approaches across different business types while maintaining core principles Learn more about Travis: Travis Grundy on LinkedIn Adventum Website Alyn Robert Economic Strategies Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Why Traditional Finance Incentives Are Dead with Darren Heffernan, CEO at Trintech 32:45
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Darren Heffernan, Chief Executive Officer at Trintech, joins Megan Weis to explore how leadership incentives must evolve for the new generation of finance professionals. From fostering cross-functional collaboration to embracing AI and automation, Darren shares why traditional incentives no longer resonate with younger executives and what strategies actually drive performance. With over 30 years of experience in finance and operational roles, Darren has held multiple strategic positions at Trintech since 2001, including CFO and President/COO, before assuming the CEO role. A Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, he has been instrumental in driving Trintech's growth through numerous acquisitions and market expansions. Darren's expertise spans financial leadership, operational excellence, and technological innovation, with a particular focus on modernizing financial processes through AI and automation. What You’ll Learn: How to structure modern incentives beyond traditional compensation to include career advancement and work-life balance Why cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making should be core components of leadership development The role of AI and automation in addressing the declining number of finance graduates and retiring CPAs How to create a culture that encourages experimentation and innovation while maintaining high-performance standards Why purpose-driven initiatives like DEI and employee resource groups are essential for attracting modern talent How to prepare finance teams for digital transformation through continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies Learn more about Darren: Darren Heffernan on LinkedIn Trintech Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Master Financial Modeling in Minutes with Chris Reilly, Founder of Financial Modeling Education 29:58
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Chris Reilly, Founder of Financial Modeling Education, joins Megan Weis to share practical insights to simplify and master financial modeling. Learn why understanding the three financial statements is universal across industries, how to effectively tell financial stories, and practical strategies for both small businesses and large enterprises to leverage financial modeling. With a diverse background spanning consulting, FP&A at Hilton Worldwide, and middle market private equity, Chris has transformed his decade of hands-on experience into practical, accessible educational content. As a financial modeling educator and contractor since 2020, Chris focuses on breaking down sophisticated financial concepts into systematic, repeatable steps, enabling professionals to build in hours that previously took weeks. What You’ll Learn: How to master the four universal pillars of financial modeling The systematic three-step approach to breaking down complex financial models into manageable components Why understanding the three financial statements is crucial for modeling any industry or company size The power of monthly vs. annual modeling for revealing critical business insights and seasonal patterns Why intellectual curiosity is essential for advancing in financial roles and creating proactive value Learn more about Chris: Chris Reilly on LinkedIn Financial Modeling Education Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Fractional CFO with Sara Daw, CEO of The CFO Centre Group Limited 38:48
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Sara Daw, CEO of The CFO Centre Group Limited, joins Megan Weis to talk about the role of a fractional CFO in the growth of modern entrepreneurial businesses. Learn when growing companies should consider bringing on a fractional CFO, how experienced executives can successfully transition to fractional work, and why this flexible model is reshaping the future of executive leadership. Sara is a distinguished Chartered Accountant and co-founder of the CFO Center and Liberti Group, pioneering the fractional CFO model globally. With over two decades of experience transforming entrepreneurial businesses, she has grown the CFO Center to operate across 17 countries with 800 CFOs. Having started her career at Deloitte and holding an MBA, Sara revolutionized the part-time CFO concept in the early 2000s, developing it from a personal solution for work-life integration into a global business model. What You’ll Learn: How fractional CFO services enable growing businesses to access high-level financial expertise without the cost of a full-time executive Why the $2-3 million revenue mark is the optimal time for businesses to consider bringing on a fractional CFO How to transition from traditional CFO roles to fractional work Why culture fit matters more than industry expertise when matching fractional CFOs with clients How the fractional model helps executives achieve better work-life integration while maintaining career growth Learn more about Sara Sara Daw on LinkedIn The CFO Centre Group Limited Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Why So Many Startups Fail at $1M with Rich Zhou, Founder and CEO of Aquifer Growth 37:38
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Rich Zhou, Founder and CEO of Aquifer Growth, joins Megan Weis to discuss the evolving role of CFO and how that evolution necessitates a trifecta of finance, strategy, and leadership. They also touch upon financial planning in an ever-changing world and the adoption of cloud across the F&A function. With over a decade of experience in capital markets, corporate finance, and fintech, Rich has developed deep expertise in helping companies navigate financial complexities during crucial growth phases. His background includes serving as one of the first financial hires at a successful Toronto-based fintech company that grew from 5 to 300 employees. What You’ll Learn: How the CFO role has evolved from traditional accounting to become a critical strategic partner for growth and scalability Why the $1 million revenue mark is the crucial turning point for businesses to implement professional financial management The essential framework for building accurate financial forecasts beyond simple revenue projections How cloud adoption is transforming financial operations through improved accessibility, control, and real-time insights The emerging impact of AI and cloud technologies on reducing monthly closing times and improving financial decision-making Learn more about Rich Rich Zhou on LinkedIn Aquifer Growth Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott, CFO at Career Certified 32:34
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Tom McDermott, Chief Financial Officer at Career Certified, joins Megan Weis to discuss business partnering and value drivers for private equity CFO, sharing insights from his diverse career spanning global technology companies, private equity, and education technology. Tom is an experienced executive and financial leader with vast experience in global technology companies across the US and UK. His expertise in business partnering and value creation has been demonstrated through successful roles at Vista-backed companies, PSG, and Fortune 500 organizations like NCR. Tom is known for his strategic approach to transforming transactional revenue models into recurring revenue streams and his success in managing M&A integrations. What You’ll Learn: How to transition from traditional finance roles to becoming a true business partner The importance of rapid M&A integration and having a clear integration playbook for driving value creation How to transform transactional revenue streams into recurring revenue through strategic storytelling and data support Why embracing VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) is essential for successful financial leadership The strategic approach to implementing AI across different business functions, from accounting to customer service Learn more about Tom: Tom McDermott on LinkedIn Career Certified Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet, Earn & Invest 33:37
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Jordan Grumet, a Wealth With Purpose Mastermind at Earn & Invest, joins Megan Weis to discuss the profound connection between purpose, legacy, and financial independence. Jordan shares powerful insights on aligning wealth-building with meaningful living, overcoming purpose anxiety, and using money as a tool rather than a goal. Jordan is a hospice physician and financial independence expert. Combining his unique background in medicine and personal finance, he hosts the award-winning Earn and Invest podcast and is the author of "Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor's Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth and Living a Regret-Free Life" and "The Purpose Code." What You’ll Learn: How to define and discover your personal purpose anchors using childhood interests and regret reflection Why financial independence should be viewed as a tool rather than the ultimate goal The critical difference between meaning and purpose Time-hacking techniques to maximize productivity The connection between hospice care insights and building a regret-free financial life How to balance short-term spending with long-term legacy planning Learn more about Jordan: Jordan Grumet on LinkedIn Jordan Grumet’s Website Earn & Invest Website 'The Purpose Code’ book Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles, Founder of Money Ripples 55:14
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Chris Miles, Founder of Money Ripples, joins Megan Weis to expose the myths behind conventional money advice and reveal smarter ways to generate passive income. Chris shares his journey from being a conventional financial advisor to achieving financial independence twice, including how he escaped $1 million in debt after the last recession. Chris, the “Cash Flow Expert” and Anti-Financial Advisor, is a leading authority teaching entrepreneurs and professionals how to get their money working for them today. His expertise has been featured in US News, CNN Money, Entrepreneurs on Fire, and BiggerPockets. Through his company, Money Ripples, Chris has helped clients increase their cash flow by nearly $300 million over the past 12 years. What You’ll Learn: Why most financial advisors aren't financially free themselves How Chris went from millionaire to millions of dollars in debt and back again The biggest lies about 401(k)s, the stock market, and "set-it-and-forget-it" investing The best passive income strategies that actually work today How alternative investments can provide better returns with lower risk Learn more about Chris: Chris Miles on LinkedIn Money Ripples Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva, CFO & COO at CARE 29:49
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Ranil DeSilva, Chief Financial and Operating Officer at CARE, joins Megan Weis to dive into financial sustainability, NGO finance, business partnering, supply chain, and digital transformation. Learn how modern financial leadership can transform humanitarian operations through innovative technology and strategic resource management. With over 26 years of experience spanning public practice, funds management, and international NGOs, Ranil brings a unique perspective to humanitarian finance and operations. A Certified Practicing Accountant with executive education from Oxford University and MIT Sloan, he has held pivotal roles, including interim CFO at Save the Children Norway and Global Director of Financial Analysis. In this episode, we discuss: How CARE manages a $900 million portfolio across 50 country offices The unique challenges of financial management in the NGO space How technological innovations are reshaping NGO operations Learn more about Ranil: Ranil DeSilva on LinkedIn CARE Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Why CFOs are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley, CFO at Teradata 32:44
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Claire Bramley, Chief Financial Officer at Teradata, joins Megan Weis to discuss the modern CFO, how technology and AI are reshaping the CFO's responsibility, and defining what a successful executive looks like. Claire also dives into career growth, leadership strategies, and the underestimated power of storytelling in finance. With a vast background in corporate finance and technology, Claire brings over two decades of experience, including significant tenure at HP, where she served as Global Controller and led finance strategy for their $17 billion EMEA business. Claire's expertise spans financial controls, strategic planning, and digital transformation, particularly in leveraging AI and analytics for business growth. In this episode, we discuss: The evolution of the CFO role beyond traditional financial operations How Teradata implements rotation programs and cross-functional collaboration to develop talent The impact of AI and analytics on financial decision-making How modern CFOs balance traditional responsibilities with expanding strategic duties Learn more about Claire: Claire Bramley on LinkedIn Teradata Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Rethinking Leadership: Ditch Tradition & Drive Impact with Rick Yvanovich 55:47
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Rick Yvanovich , CEO & Founder of TRG International , explores why traditional leadership is failing—and how emotionally intelligent, purpose-driven leadership is the future. He shares decades of insights on how businesses can adapt and thrive in an era of constant change. Rick is a Certified Chief Master Coach, serial entrepreneur, and the author of Business as Unusual . With over 40 years of leadership experience spanning multiple industries, he helps organizations unlock their potential through smarter leadership and cultural transformation. In this episode, we discuss: The transformative role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership and strategic decision-making The reasons traditional business models are struggling and how organizations can adapt to thrive Key strategies for CFOs to maintain relevance and drive value in an era of digital transformation Why hiring for attitude and potential is more impactful than focusing solely on technical skills The essential elements of building a high-performance, purpose-driven company that fosters growth and innovation Learn more about Rick: Rick Yvanovich on LinkedIn TRG International Website PJ’s Coffee Website Great People Inside Website Business as Unusual book Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington, Global CFO of Baker McKenzie 32:28
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, William Washington, Global CFO of Baker McKenzie, joins Megan Weis to share his experiences regarding financial leadership, process improvement, operational efficiency, and many more. William also dives into the Six Sigma methodologies in financial operations and preparing finance teams for the AI revolution. As a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with an MBA and Master's in Law Firm Management, William combines deep financial understanding with operational excellence principles to drive organizational success. His career spans prominent roles at global organizations, including Accenture and Fannie Mae, before finding his true calling in legal finance leadership. In this episode, we discuss: How the Six Sigma methodologies transform financial operations and process improvement The unique challenges of financial leadership in law firms The importance of authentic leadership and creating a culture where "trying is not a failure" What impact does AI have on financial operations Learn more about William: William Washington on LinkedIn Baker McKenzie Website College of Law Practice Management Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 The Digital Banking Revolution with Alex Jimenez, Lead Principal Consultant at Backbase 34:23
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Alex Jimenez, Lead Principal Consultant at Backbase, joins Megan Weis to break down why traditional digital transformation approaches need rethinking, what digital transformation really means for banks, and why we should drop the word "digital" altogether. Alex brings over 36 years of financial services expertise to the intersection of banking and technology transformation. As a respected thought leader in digital banking innovation, he has held strategic positions across major institutions including Bank of America and Zions Bank Corporation, and served as Chief Strategy Officer at both Extractable and Finalytics AI. Alex's distinguished career spans roles in strategic planning, digital banking, operations, and customer experience, complemented by his influential work as chairman of the Consumer Bankers Association's Digital Channel Committee and founding member of the American Bankers Association's fintech committee. In this episode, we discuss: Why digital transformation should be viewed as a business model transformation rather than just a technology upgrade How C-suite alignment and CEO commitment are essential for meaningful organizational change What is progressive modernization The impact of AI and machine learning on banking's future Learn more about Alex: Alex Jimenez on LinkedIn Backbase Website Finovate Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 What CFOs Need to Know for 2025 with Jim Benson, CFO at Dynatrace 33:34
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Jim Benson, Chief Financial Officer at Dynatrace, joins Megan Weis to share insights about modernizing the finance function, developing succession strategies, and what CFOs should focus on as we enter 2025. Jim brings over three decades of leadership experience in market-leading technology companies. Before joining Dynatrace, he served as Executive Vice President and CFO at Akamai Technologies and spent over 20 years in various leadership roles at Hewlett Packard. In this episode, we discuss: The evolution of the CFO role from traditional financial steward to strategic business partner What are the critical components of modernizing finance functions How CFOs can leverage data analytics and storytelling to drive better decision-making CFO's expanding role in driving company-wide alignment and growth Learn more about Jim: Jim Benson on LinkedIn Dynatrace Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Why the Best CFOs Are Master Storytellers with Luigi Testa, Chief Financial Officer at LinkSquares 25:01
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Luigi Testa, Chief Financial Officer at LinkSquares, joins Megan Weis to dive into the intricacies of growth stage software, the challenges of raising capital, and operating these types of businesses. Luigi also shares insights on the importance of storytelling in finance and how AI is revolutionizing legal tech. With a robust background in venture capital and private equity-backed tech companies, Luigi has sharpened his expertise in scaling businesses and navigating the complexities of financial management. His leadership was recognized when he was named one of Boston Business Journal's 2023 CFO of the Year honorees. Before LinkSquares, he held significant roles at companies such as Building Engines, Rapid7, Nanigans, Rapid7, and Acquia. In this episode, we discuss: Luigi's journey in the tech and finance sectors How understanding the narrative behind the numbers is crucial for effective communication within a company Insights on transitioning from a variable revenue model to a SaaS model Fundraising strategies for growth-stage companies Learn more about Luigi: Luigi Testa on LinkedIn LinkSquares Website The F Suite Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Why CFOs Must Embrace AI with Keith Causey, SVP of Cloud ERP Transformation at Oracle 29:59
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Keith Causey, SVP of Cloud ERP Transformation at Oracle, joins Megan Weis to discuss the transformative impact of AI on finance, how AI-driven tools are enabling touchless operations, and the role of CFOs as change agents and offers actionable advice for overcoming resistance to innovation. Keith is a strategic and highly accomplished senior executive specializing in cloud technologies and digital transformation within the finance sector. With a career spanning over 35 years, Keith has held pivotal roles in various industries, including his tenure as Chief Accounting Officer at Caesars Entertainment, where he led a groundbreaking transition to cloud ERP systems, becoming the first in the industry to do so. In this episode, we discuss: The significant role of cloud technology in modern finance How AI is revolutionizing traditional finance functions Cultural challenges that organizations face when implementing AI The future of finance and exciting trends in AI Learn more about Keith: Keith Causey on LinkedIn Oracle Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Budget Smarter, Not Harder with CJ Gustafson, CFO at PartsTech 24:08
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, CJ Gustafson, Chief Financial Officer at PartsTech, joins Megan Weis to discuss the annual planning process and the metrics that go into building a good budget. CJ also discusses the importance of storytelling in finance, how to foster a people-centric approach to budgeting, and the role of AI and analytics in transforming budgeting in the years ahead. CJ is a seasoned CFO with vast experience in the tech industry, particularly in scaling software companies through strategic financial management. With a background that includes consulting at PwC and working in private equity, CJ has developed a keen understanding of business models and the complexities of revenue growth. He has played key roles in hyper-growth environments, focusing on financial planning and analysis, sales operations, and overall corporate strategy. In this episode, we discuss: The role of storytelling in finance Key financial metrics to prioritize during the budgeting process Common pitfalls companies face during budgeting and how to overcome them The integration of data analytics and AI into budgeting Learn more about CJ: CJ Gustafson on LinkedIn PartsTech Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 Secrets of a Tech-Savvy CFO with Aaron Levine, CFO at Prophix 28:08
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Aaron Levine, Chief Financial Officer at Prophix, joins Megan Weis to discuss the challenges and opportunities of being a CFO at a company whose technology is made for CFOs. Aaron shares insights on the evolving role of the CFO in today's tech-driven landscape, the importance of data stewardship, and how innovative financial solutions can enhance collaboration across teams. Aaron is a seasoned financial executive with vast experience in high-growth venture capital and private equity-backed technology companies. With a career that began in public accounting and transitioned through various roles, he has developed a robust skill set in business analysis, investor relations, budgeting, and P&L management. Before Prophix, Aaron held financial leadership roles at companies such as ChurnZero, EveryAction, BluVector, Fishbowl, and more. In this episode, we discuss: The importance of technology integration to improve decision-making How Prophix's technology impacts decision-making and collaboration within finance teams The growing demand for tech-savvy finance professionals What skills future financial leaders must possess to succeed Learn more about Aaron: Aaron Levine on LinkedIn Prophix Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 The AI-Powered Future of Cash Flow with Carlos Vega, Co-Founder and CEO of Tesorio 28:57
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Carlos Vega, Co-Founder and CEO of Tesorio, joins Megan Weis to explore how AI is transforming the invoicing and payment collection process, the importance of real-time data in cash flow management, and the emerging role of financial operations in organizations. With a strong background in finance, including roles at Lazard and Elemento Factoring, Carlos has dedicated nearly a decade to developing Tesorio's AI-powered platform. His expertise in financial operations and machine learning positions him as a thought leader in the evolving landscape of AI in finance. Under his leadership, Tesorio has helped clients like Slack and UiPath achieve remarkable efficiency and growth. In this episode, we discuss: The transformative role of AI in the invoicing and payment collection process How "connected financial operations" integrate various financial processes to provide a real-time view of cash flow The role of real-time data in improving cash flow management What the future of invoicing and payment collection will look like Learn more about Carlos: Carlos Vega on LinkedIn Tesorio Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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1 The Business of Doing Good with Sam Wehbe, CFO at Medical Teams International 29:05
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Sam Wehbe, Chief Financial Officer at Medical Teams International, joins Megan Weis to dive into the vital balance between financial health and social impact in the nonprofit sector. Sam shares insights on navigating financial challenges, the importance of sound fiscal management, and innovative revenue strategies that support humanitarian efforts. Sam is an experienced financial management and compliance executive with 20 years of experience in international development and the non-profit sector. Over their career, Sam has successfully managed over $2 billion in donor funds and held key financial roles both in the US and internationally at organizations like Social Impact, Nexant, and Creative Associates International. In this episode, we discuss: The unique financial landscape of nonprofits How sound financial management drives positive change Adapting financial structures to navigate funding shortfalls Transparency and accountability in managing donor funds Emerging trends in nonprofit financial management Learn more about Sam: Sam Wehbe on LinkedIn Medical Teams International Website Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Episode resources: Personiv's Website Personiv on LinkedIn Personiv on Facebook Personiv on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on following, rating, and reviewing CFO Weekly are here . Previous guests include: Tom McDermott , CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley , CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles , Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva , CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet , Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington , Global CFO at Baker McKenzie Check out some of our most recent episodes: Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington If you are interested in joining CFO Weekly as a guest, please complete this form: fame.so/cfo-guest CFO Weekly is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so…
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