In this special Trouble Shooter episode of CFO Thought Leader, we speak with Tal Kirschenbaum, CEO and founder of Ledge. Together, we delve into his career journey and the foresight that led him to identify a significant opportunity in finance automation. Tal’s path, starting from his finance education at the University of Chicago and Tel […]
The Mentoring Round | Sandeep Aujla, CFO, Intuit
Inside the Mentoring Round, CFO Sandeep Aujla explains why his eight-year investment at Intuit was driven by the continuous learning opportunities and professional growth the company offered. Although he could have become a CFO sooner elsewhere, Aujla tells us chose to stay at Intuit to deepen his expertise, gain more diverse experience to better prepare […]
1,016: When Career Years Are Investment Years | Sandeep Aujla, CFO, Intuit
1,015: Aligning Investor Narratives With Operational Strategy | Mark Khavkin, CFO, MinIO
The Mentoring Round | Ashley Johnson, CFO Planet
Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO Ashley Johnson emphasizes that financial planning and analysis (FP&A) should empower leaders to own their budgets rather than simply dictate them. She forbids the question, “Is this in my budget?” and instead encourages leaders to consider their priorities and trade-offs.She believes in a proactive approach to budgeting, where FP&A supports […]
1,007: The Art of Financial Storytelling | Ashley Johnson, CFO, Planet
1,006: Finance and Strategy: A Dual Approach | Jorge Stevenson, CFO, Yuvo Health
1,003: Beyond Borders—Navigating an International Career | Robert Cornella, CFO, RNDC
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 […]
1,002: Transforming Retail: A Strategic Journey | Joan Hilson, CFO, Signet Jewelers
1001: Building Teams and Breaking Boundaries | Julien Lafouge, CFO, Spendesk
The Mentoring Round | Jason Godley, CFO, Xactly
Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO Jason Godley emphasizes the importance of identifying and focusing on a few critical KPIs that can significantly influence the business’s trajectory. CFO Godley aims to transform CFO-speak into actionable insights that resonate with various stakeholders within the company, thereby making financial goals and achievements relevant and comprehensible across all levels […]