Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO Robert Cornella emphasized the importance of understanding the needs and expectations of different stakeholders within the first 60 to 90 days of a new CFO role. CFO Cornella stresses the significance of not presupposing stakeholder expectations and investing time in understanding their values and ambitions. As a book recommendation, Cornella […]
The Mentoring Round | Joan Hilson, CFO, Signet Jewelers
Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO Joan Hilson emphasizes the importance of a purpose-based corporate culture at Signet Jewelers, which focuses on inspiring love for people, the planet, and communities. This culture is measured through engagement surveys and has shown improvement, reflecting the company’s commitment to these values. As a book selection, CFO Hilson recommends the […]
991: Transforming Investment Wisdom Into Management Strategy | Jeff Bray, CFO, Semperis
Long ago, the power of focus was a lesson that Jeff Bray learned early in his career while transitioning from the role of analyst to that of portfolio manager. He recalls a strategic moment when he realized that narrowing his investments from many down to just three to five key areas would greatly amplify his…
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The Mentoring Round | Jeff Woolard, CFO, Velocity Global
Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO Jeff Woolard shares an example from Intel where finance’s broad view helped realign the product roadmap with market demands, enhancing margins. Woolard advocates a structured decision-making process to navigate uncertainties effectively. He stresses the importance of not just operational efficiency but also actively seeking opportunities to enhance the firm’s value.
The Mentoring Round | David Freeman, CFO, Starburst
Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO David Freeman recounts the challenges faced during the financial crisis, highlighting the tension between investor advice to retrench and the company’s growth trajectory. Freeman reflects on the gaps in his expertise, particularly in taxation, emphasizing the need for finance leaders to recognize their limitations and bring in experts early on. […]
914: My Side of the Valley | Michael Bannon, President and CFO, Typeform
When OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, recently announced that it would be opening its first office outside the U.S., few who were roaming the tech corridors of Silicon Valley likely were surprised that the generative AI company chose London for its new outpost. As a backdrop to the decision, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has…
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