CFO Thought Leader

MARCH 24, 2024

As Pactum AI embarks on a pivotal phase of commercialization, the arrival of Sarah Alper in the AI-driven company’s CFO office is by no means a coincidence. As Pactum AI embarks on a pivotal phase of commercialization, the arrival of Sarah Alper in the AI-driven company’s CFO office is by no means a coincidence.

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CFO Simplified

MARCH 27, 2022

This, however, does not necessarily mean that strategic planning is off the table. A proactive way for business owners to mitigate their risk is through contingency planning. This type of strategic approach helps your business hit its targets and continuously recheck its priorities. Risk Management and Leadership.

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CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 12, 2023

However, Seidel—CFO of space security start-up True Anomaly—swiftly short circuits the familiar narrative of a space-loving youth. Observes Seidel: “The CFO role is a cross-functional one. jb “It’s the job of the CFO to connect the dots across the business and act as a strategic thought partner for key stakeholders.

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E78 Partners

AUGUST 24, 2023

Knowing when to bring in an Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) can be a strategic decision that significantly impacts a company’s trajectory. Unlike a permanent CFO, an interim professional is often engaged for specific projects, transitions, or critical periods of change.

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CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 27, 2024

This episode of Planning Aces sheds light on the critical role financial leadership and strategic planning plays in guiding companies through turbulent times and the importance of balancing short-term opportunities with long-term strategic planning.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

For companies starting out in the business, some resort to hiring fractional chief financial officers to share their expertise in finance, strategic planning, and other CFO-related activities. Data presented as trends and patterns The best CFOs don't just provide accurate data for your review. It's about a partnership.

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VCFO

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Strategic Focus with Collaboration Some leaders struggle at year-end with striking a good balance between devoting ample time to the future of the business versus tactical tasks that keep the wheels turning. Focused discussion in each of these key areas yields insights that will strengthen your People Operations strategic plan moving forward.

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E78 Partners

MAY 23, 2023

As investor activity continues to increase, the demand for strong executive leadership, particularly Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), is on the rise. Finding CFOs with the proven capabilities and appropriate mindset for a PE backed company, whether rapidly scaling, under-performing, or preparing for a transaction, can be challenging.

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Beacon CFO Plus

MAY 9, 2022

Understanding the Forward-Thinking CFO. What does it take to be a successful CFO today? We’ve talked about a CFO’s need to embrace agile business techniques and how a CFO can help organizations achieve greater operational resilience. . Select and implement new software and technology to inform strategic planning.

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CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 7, 2024

They also emphasize the evolving nature of finance professional interactions and the idea that strategic insights can serve as catalysts for organizational change, prompting shifts in product development, market strategy, and operational execution.

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The Finance Weekly

MARCH 25, 2024

Big companies used to hog all the CFO action, but now even small and medium-sized businesses are jumping on the bandwagon. Why the sudden CFO craze? In a nutshell, companies are starting to view CFOs as smart investments rather than just expenses. Highest Paid CFOs in the World in 2024 1. As the Director of Amyris Inc.,

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Beacon CFO Plus

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The CFO of your organization is one of your key leaders and strategists. What do you do when a CFO abruptly quits or announces plans to retire? The role of a CFO is hard to fill—and it must be done the right way. It can take years to build a strong relationship between a company’s CFO and CEO or ownership.

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The Finance Weekly

APRIL 1, 2023

However, amidst this uncertainty, the need for qualified CFOs remains as crucial as ever. CFO Pros on the Move March 2023 Steve Nave | Funko Funko, the pop-culture toy company, has named , Steve Nave as its CFO and COO. Burke takes over from Brian Cooper, who assumed the CFO role in 2021. She is also a U.S. Army veteran.

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VCFO

APRIL 21, 2022

vcfo is delighted to announce that Gary Golden has joined the vcfo Dallas team as a Consulting CFO. Gary takes pride in his aptitude for organizational development, has significant experience as a senior advisor to leadership, and excels in formulating strategies to facilitate the attainment of business targets. About vcfo.

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Focus CFO

MARCH 3, 2022

How a CFO Can Help You Solve the Inflation Puzzle. However, with guidance and strategic planning led by an experienced CFO, organizations will be well equipped to weather the storm. . However, with guidance and strategic planning led by an experienced CFO, organizations will be well equipped to weather the storm. .

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CFO Leadership

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The level of uncertainty and velocity of change in today’s global marketplace continues to produce an array of potential risks that can disrupt an organization’s business model and strategic plan on very short notice. The post What’s Next for CFOs? The post What’s Next for CFOs?

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VCFO

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Merle Waterman is a Consulting CFO with more than 30 years of leadership in ecommerce, software, manufacturing, and professional services. Prior to joining vcfo, Merle was a CFO for companies in bicycle ecommerce, food service, search engine, and voice recognition software.

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Future CFO

MARCH 9, 2023

Capital A announced recently the appointment of John Cheing as the CFO for airasia Digital and airasia Super App. More People Move stories The post Capital A announces new CFO for airasia Digital and airasia Super App appeared first on FutureCFO.

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VCFO

OCTOBER 10, 2023

monthly, annual) performance, much more is needed for effective strategic planning – proactive planning that looks beyond what the business will do in the short term to where you want it to be in five years, ten years, or a similar timeframe. A fractional CFO serves as an expert guide for business owners.

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Focus CFO

MAY 25, 2023

Ron is an experienced CFO with nearly 25 years of experience, holding extensive leadership roles, including serving on boards of private companies. We are delighted to announce that Brent Smith has joined the FocusCFO team, and is our first Houston-based team member.

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Beacon CFO Plus

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

If you manage an SME—referring to a Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise—you may look to a fractional CFO to provide strategic financial expertise and guidance. Here’s how a fractional CFO can serve your needs as the manager of an SME: Cost-Effective Financial Expertise: You may not have the budget to hire a full-time CFO.

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Focus CFO

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Let’s examine how an outsourced, fractional CFO can improve FP&A: Improving Data. A fractional CFO can use the breadth of their experience to identify the right KPIs (key performance indicators) for the business. Turning Goals into a Strategic Plan. A long to-do list or a list of goals is not a strategic plan.

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Planful

DECEMBER 9, 2021

The strategic role of the CFO has become less about finance and accounting and more about becoming a strategic partner to the entire organization. Pushing forward requires CFOs to get involved in the business and convey the importance of the numbers to provide more strategic guidance to the business.

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CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Recent incidents, such as the deepfake CFO scam in Hong Kong , underscore the pressing need for robust cybersecurity measures. As CFOs, it is essential to understand the financial implications of cybersecurity breaches and implement effective strategies to manage the rising costs associated with protecting organisational assets.

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VCFO

JUNE 29, 2023

How Cracks in Nonprofit Finance & Compliance Creep In Nonprofit CEOs rely on their organization’s CFO to provide sound fiscal management, ensure full compliance, and be strategic partners. A CFO will evaluate financial performance, and bring attention to potential issues.

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Future CFO

MARCH 24, 2024

Editor’s note: In this A Day in the Life interview, Alvin IP (pictured), CFO of Aspire , shared how global exposure has helped him keep up with the challenges facing a finance leader and stay open-minded to new experiences in his career journey. FutureCFO: What does a typical day look like for you?

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VCFO

JUNE 12, 2023

vcfo welcomes Brandon Green as Consulting CFO and Business Development Executive for the Austin market. Brandon Green joins vcfo as a Consulting CFO & Business Development Executive, bringing with him nearly 20 years of experience. Prior to joining vcfo, Brandon was a CFO for companies in a variety of industries.

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VCFO

MARCH 2, 2023

Challenges Faced by Professional Services Firms (and How a Strategic CFO Can Address Them) Professional services firms are unique entities. Some may think that makes financial management and strategic planning in a professional services firm simpler. What is your long-term plan for the business?”

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

The Financial Planning and Analysis ( FP&A ) team performs budgeting, forecasting, and analysis that support major corporate decisions of the CFO, the CEO, and the Board of Directors. Very few, if any, companies can be consistently profitable and grow without careful financial planning and cash flow management.

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Editor’s note: For our Female Leadership in Finance Series, FutureCFO editor Teresa Leung recently had a chat with Sereen Teoh (pictured below), CFO at BIG Loyalty. Sereen Teoh, CFO, BIG Loyalty. And now I'm the CFO of BIG Loyalty, owned and managed by BIGLIFE Sdn. When did you start to become interested in finance?

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CFO Leadership

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Proactive and strategic planning in advance of exiting a business will ease the transition whether it’s passing the company on or divesting entirely. Succession planning: Good succession planning involves deliberation over what is needed for the long-term success of a business.

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CFO Leadership

JANUARY 5, 2024

The intensity stems from the larger, more far-reaching implications of the make-or-break decisions CEOs and boards expect CFOs to make quickly. The post Five Focal Points for Future-Ready CFOs first appeared on CFO Leadership. The post Five Focal Points for Future-Ready CFOs appeared first on CFO Leadership.

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VCFO

MARCH 31, 2022

Engaging a virtual or fractional CFO as an outsourced resource is an excellent step for companies that need senior-level finance expertise but cannot afford to recruit or engage a full-time CFO. Validate the experience and expertise of the potential CFO resource. There is no certification for the title of CFO.

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Future CFO

MARCH 20, 2020

Editor’s Note: For our Female Leadership in Finance Series , FutureCFO editor Teresa Leung recently had a chat with Vyin Ng (pictured below), CFO at Microsoft Hong Kong. She shared with our audiences her career journey and advice on how female finance professionals could reach the CFO position.

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Jedox Finance

JUNE 26, 2019

In addition, finance needs to work in tandem with the company’s digital plans. Digital leadership is deployed throughout a company, creating an IT strategic plan including data management practices. The CFO needs more, too. The CFO needs more, too. This existing need has pushed the CFO into action.

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CFO Talks

JULY 7, 2022

Join the SAIBA and the CFO Club Africa tour to Capri, Italy as we attend the CFO Alliance Summit 2022. Every year SAIBA hosts an international CFO tour for CFOs in Africa. From 5 October 2022 – 12 October 2022, SAIBA and CFO Club Africa will embark on a visit to the breathtaking Capri, Italy. Tour Program.

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CFO Simplified

APRIL 3, 2022

Every business owner knows he’s going to leave his business eventually, but how a business owner does so, is a great indication of their leadership. Today, we have Larry Chester, President of CFO Simplified, presenting a case study on succession planning. Interested in learning more about succession planning?

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