The Charity CFO

APRIL 25, 2025

Is Your Leadership Holding Back Your Nonprofit? Its leadership. Strong Leadership is Principle #1for a Reason At The Charity CFO, weve analyzed hundreds of nonprofits and found one undeniable truth: strong leadership is the common denominator in every successful organization. Its a leadership issue.

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CFO Talks

JUNE 3, 2025

Predictive Finance, Ethical Leadership, and Public Sector Innovation: Lessons from SAQA CFO Innocent Gumbochuma In the latest episode of CFO Club Conversations , we had the privilege of speaking with Innocent Gumbochuma, Chief Financial Officer of the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and the 2024 Public Sector CFO of the Year.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 29, 2025

Build a Strong Leadership Team with Financial and Operational Accountability Behind every financially sound nonprofit is a leadership team that doesnt just care about the missionbut also owns the outcomes. Why Leadership Teams Matter More Than Ever Over the last decade, our team at The Charity CFO has worked with 200+ nonprofits.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The Finance department has undergone significant scope changes as the chief financial officers take on new roles for their evolving position. 2024’s snapshot In the year that is about to end, being a finance leader in the consumer healthcare industry in Southeast Asia undeniably saw several challenges in the last couple of years.

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Future CFO

MARCH 3, 2025

The finance function is undergoing a seismic shift. Technological advancements, evolving market demands, and a heightened focus on sustainability are converging to reshape the finance landscape. A recent report by McKinsey estimates that automation could potentially displace up to 30% of work activities in finance and accounting.

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Future CFO

MARCH 5, 2025

When 2024 ended, its trends and themes for the Finance function certainly did not ceaseas digital transformation , ESG, and cyber security costs continue to dominate the stage for chief financial officers to watch. As the Finance function traverses 2025, the challenges of yesteryear weigh on CFOs' shoulders.

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CFO Dive

MARCH 14, 2023

With steady CFO leadership now paramount, finance leaders should prioritize cash and keep open their lines of communication with shareholders and employees.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Members’ Profile: Anne-Marie de Bruin In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Anne-Marie de Bruin, a highly experienced finance professional and the freelance Financial Manager at AM Cross Country Consulting. My career began as an admin clerk and bookkeeper, roles that left me feeling unfulfilled.

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CFO Selections

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

What should you look for when hiring a CFO or bringing fractional financial leadership on board? As a Director of Finance, which skills should you look to bolster if you want to keep progressing in your career? Which characteristics do the best CFOs share?

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CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Art of Leadership: Insights from Paula Amesbury on Inspiring Teams and Navigating Change Introduction Leadership is more than making strategic decisionsits about inspiring people, adapting to change, and creating a culture where teams thrive. One-size-fits-all leadership doesnt work.

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CFO Talks

JUNE 17, 2025

Huruda de Castro Malungane : ESG, Ethical Leadership, and Breaking the Isolation in Africa In a captivating episode of CFO Club Conversations , Leana van der Merwe speaks with Dr. Huruda D’Castro Malungane, an extraordinary leader at the intersection of finance, governance, risk, and human capital.

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E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business environment, leadership transitions are often unavoidable due to unexpected departures, mergers, or restructuring initiatives. Enter interim leadership, a strategic solution providing organizations with the expertise to navigate these challenging times. How Can Interim Leadership Address These Issues?

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CFO Talks

JUNE 11, 2025

Lessons from an Unfinished Merger: What Integration Failures Reveal About Strategy and Leadership When two companies merge, the strategic rationale often appears convincing. Leadership teams could not reliably distinguish between profitable and loss-making divisions. Finance leaders must go beyond reporting figures.

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Global Finance

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Alexandre has held various executive positions at LVMH, including a four-year stint as CEO of German luggage maker Rimowa and as vice president of product, communications, and industrial affairs at Tiffany & Co., Under his leadership, sales increased, making the New York-based jeweler the largest contributor to the group’s growth.

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CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Joanne Chengs career had already carried her through multiple successful exits and finance leadership roles when an unexpected opportunity arose. The company was still smalljust about 90 peopleand lacked a finance team. She saw, firsthand, the immense value this product could bring to finance leaders.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 15, 2025

There is often tension as a board focuses either on fundraising or finance. In the latest episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sat down with Paul Morris, Executive Fundraising Coach at Auxilia , to discuss the critical partnership between finance and development in nonprofits. Check out his first episode here.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 22, 2025

Enhanced Donor Trust : Transparency in this approach reassures donors and stakeholders that their contributions are being managed wisely, because each team has a strong understanding of their finances, strengthening relationships and encouraging continued support. Ready to empower your leadership team with financial clarity?

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CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Ethical Leadership Because Orange Jumpsuits Are Not a Good Look In todays business world, ethics play a crucial role in corporate leadership. Ethical leadership is more than just following rules; it is about making decisions that are fair, transparent, and responsible. What is Ethical Leadership?

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 8, 2025

In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sat down with Kathryn Hoffman, CEO of the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA), to discuss how to balance a big mission with human-centered leadership. Want more nonprofit leadership tips? Go straight to the full video here!

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CFO Talks

JANUARY 8, 2025

How to Prepare Your Finance Team for Growth One of your most important roles is to nurture and develop your finance team. Preparing your finance team for growth is not just about giving them new tasks; its about equipping them with the skills, mindset, and tools to thrive in a changing world.

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CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Joanne Chengs career had already carried her through multiple successful exits and finance leadership roles when an unexpected opportunity arose. The company was still smalljust about 90 peopleand lacked a finance team. She saw, firsthand, the immense value this product could bring to finance leaders.

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Future CFO

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Of course, technology has a role to play in the evolution of the CFO role and the development of the finance function. According to a McKinsey Global Survey on the role of the CFO, finance leaders are deeply involved in determining how businesses adapt to these trends—particularly in those places where digital and finance intersect.

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CFO Thought Leader

JUNE 10, 2025

This move maintained customer traffic while offloading operational risks, illustrating finance’s role in strategic transformation. Now Watch the Complete Episode Featuring CFO Aaron Alt CFO Aaron Alt of Cardinal Health reflects on the company’s strategic growth initiatives and his approach to leadership.

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 31, 2021

What does this mean to the finance and accounting team of 2022? According to Gartner , finance leaders anticipate a greater percentage of their time will be spent in improving flexibility of budgeting & forecasting (58%), closely followed by developing digital skills (56%) and redefining employee value proposition in hybrid environments.

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Global Finance

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Rouse has an extensive career in finance and has been CFO of Dallas-based Thryv for over 10 years. Global Finance: How has the CFO role changed? Rouse: We use it not just for finance but also for business operations, which I think is even more crucial. Rouse: Communication. GF: What do you use AI for at Thryv?

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Cultivating Organisational Success Through Effective Leadership Leadership plays a critical role in driving the success of any organisation, especially when navigating the complexities of today’s fast-paced business world. Simplify complex financial data when communicating with non-financial staff.

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CFO Talks

MAY 27, 2025

The CFOs New Mandate: Scott Farrell’s take on Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, and Judgement in a Complex World The role of the CFO is evolving faster than ever, and its no longer just about numbers. Behind every set of results is a story of people, relationships, and communication, he explains. Productivity tends to drop.

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CFO Talks

JUNE 25, 2025

If You Think Honesty Is Risky, Try Hiding the Truth Clear communication has always been important, but in today’s environment, it has become critical. Finance professionals are being asked to lead under pressure, often while navigating rapid change, tight margins, and tough trade-offs. It means communication is not working.

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Future CFO

AUGUST 1, 2023

Clodagh Farrell (pictured), Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, DXC Technology , once dreamt to become a dress designer, but financial constraints back then drove her to choose business and finance, which eventually opened up a huge world filled with exciting opportunities.

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CFA Institute

JUNE 10, 2025

Panthera’s proprietary Decision GPS platform blends behavioral science, and quantitative finance with machine intelligence to optimize investment decision-making. she holds a BS in Mathematics from Georgetown University, an MSc in Mathematics from Université Côte d'Azur, and a PhD in Finance from EDHEC.

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CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 30, 2025

Inside The Mentoring Round , PairSoft CFO Matt Collis shares his leadership philosophy on transparency, communication, and cultural alignment. Collis relies on finance as a cross-functional connector , ensuring teams understand why financial decisions are made.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Members’ Profile: Rofhiwa Irene Singo In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we are featuring Rofhiwa Irene Singo, an accomplished finance leader whose journey is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and impactful leadership. What sparked your interest in finance?

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CFO Talks

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Holton’s professional path is guided by a passion for numbers and a philosophy that sees finance not just as a support function, but as a powerful tool for steering businesses toward success. What sparked your interest in finance? Finance is essentially a support service for most businesses. No one is the same.

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CFO Talks

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Members’ Profile: Ronel Jooste In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we are featuring Ronel Jooste, a dynamic force in the worlds of finance, wellness, and leadership development. What sparked your interest in finance? Both my parents have a background in finance.

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CFO Dive

JUNE 24, 2025

Working in concert with the chief information security officer, the CFO can “better understand the probability and exposure to risk, set metrics on spending and ROI, and communicate recommendations for prioritizing cybersecurity spending,” they wrote. TechTarget, Inc.s registered office is 275 Grove St. Newton, MA 02466.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership Development As a CFO, your role extends beyond managing finances; you are a key leader within your organisation. Leadership isn’t just about guiding your team or making strategic decisions; it’s also about understanding yourself. What is Self-Awareness?

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The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 11, 2024

In a recent episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sat down with Mohan Sivaloganathan, CEO of Our Turn and advocate for youth leadership and equity in education, to discuss the concept of harmonious leadership and its potential to transform the nonprofit sector.

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