In this Planning Aces episode, Jack Sweeney and thought leader Brett Knowles explore FP&A lessons from three CFOs tackling AI’s promise and limits. Craig Foster (Pax8) sees AI as an efficiency engine, projecting “20% more with 20% less” via agentic tools across functions and for SMBs. David Obstler (Datadog) outlines monetization—AI-native demand, LLM-powered products, and […]
Ep 48: Finance Leaders Decode AI’s Promise
In Episode 48 of Planning Aces, three seasoned CFOs share how AI is transforming FP&A into a strategic lever for value creation. Andrew Casey of Amplitude highlights how AI agents are democratizing analytics, enabling faster workflows and autonomous decision-making. Eric Brown of Cohesity compares today’s AI wave to past tech revolutions, underscoring the immense capital […]
Why Startups Need CFOs Who Say “No” | Konstantin Dzhengozov, CFO, Payhawk
Konstantin Dzhengozov designed a dual-revenue model—software plus payment services—backed by detailed unit economics. Confident in his projections, he told a German banking partner Payhawk would break even in six months. The result: the company hit break-even on schedule and began generating revenue where competitors typically lost money. Now Watch the Complete Episode Featuring CFO Konstantin […]
1117: Building a Unicorn with a Finance Blueprint | Konstantin Dzhengozov, CFO, Payhawk
When Konstantin Dzhengozov turned down a corporate development role in the U.S., he wasn’t walking away from opportunity—he was running toward a different kind of growth. Having helped lead the FP&A function at a fast-scaling Bulgarian tech firm through its acquisition by a U.S. public company, Dzhengozov knew what came next if he stayed the…
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Ep 45: Redefining Efficiency: The Three Dimensions of AI ROI
In this episode of Planning Aces, co-hosts Jack Sweeney and Brett Knowles spotlight the FP&A strategies and AI adoption journeys of three CFOs—Gillian Munson (Vimeo), Dan Fletcher (Planful), and Chad Gold (FullStory). Each finance leader discusses how AI is reshaping their planning processes, from accelerating automation and revenue generation to transforming cross-functional collaboration. Brett introduces […]