Best DISQO Podcasts (2024)

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1,005: From Salesforce Playbook to Start-up Strategy | Scott Henderson, CFO, DISQO 56:17

3d ago56:17

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In the early years of Scott Henderson’s career, the dotcom bubble burst, leaving the tech industry in turmoil and many young professionals uncertain about their futures. Despite this chaotic climate, Henderson decided to take a calculated risk by joining another dotcom venture. This time, the company was a modest enterprise with 300 employees and $…

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Controllers Classified: 6sense’s Treasurer on Managing Risk in Today’s World 45:51

1h ago45:51

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In this episode of Controllers Classified, host Erik Zhou is joined by Eugene Spevakov, Treasurer and Head of Corporate FP&A at 6sense. The conversation begins by tracing Eugene’s path, highlighting his start in civil engineering and his transition into treasury and corporate finance. The episode then dives deep into the primary responsibilities of…

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1,006: Finance and Strategy: A Dual Approach | Jorge Stevenson, CFO, Yuvo Health 42:52

1h ago42:52

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CFO Jorge Stevenson’s finance career journey begins in Santiago, Chile, where both his parents were leaders within the business community and instilled in him the importance of finance when it comes to achieving business success. Jorge’s formal business education began with an MBA from Duke University, where he honed his finance. His professional j…

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Why "Finance People & Analysis" is the New FP&A - A Planning Aces Episode 42:52

1h ago42:52

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1,004: Beyond the Casino Floor: A CFO’s Ascent | Efraín Pérez Agosto, CFO, MGM National Harbor 45:55

7d ago45:55

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Efraín Pérez Agosto began his career on the lively casino floors of Puerto Rico, where his fascination with the gaming industry was first sparked. Starting with a succession of jobs, he quickly showcased his analytical prowess and passion for finance. In search of broader horizons, Agosto relocated to the U.S. when his casino owner set down roots i…

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1,003: Beyond Borders: Navigating an International Career | Robert Cornella, CFO, RNDC 53:58

12d ago53:58

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Robert Cornella’s path to the CFO office at Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) wasn’t meticulously planned; it was shaped by pivotal moments and unexpected opportunities. A significant milestone arrived with his appointment as CFO of Coca-Cola Germany, a defining chapter in his career. Before his tenure in Germany, Cornella had already a…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: Strategic Leadership in Data: Perspectives with Fatema El-Wakeel, PHD 34:59

4d ago34:59

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Blending academic rigor with industry acumen- Fatema El-Wakeel, PHD has multiple professional lives inside the data strategy realm. Her multifaceted career encompasses roles at the University of Cambridge, where she imparts knowledge as a seasoned educator, and at Unilever, where she shapes strategic data initiatives. Fatema also lends her expertis…

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1,002: Transforming Retail: A Strategic Journey | Joan Hilson, CFO, Signet Jewelers 39:17

15d ago39:17

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When David's Bridal, a New York City staple, filed for bankruptcy in 2018, Joan Hilson was at the helm as CFO. The experience was a crucible, teaching her invaluable lessons about crisis management and strategic pivoting. "Navigating the bankruptcy of David's Bridal forced me to re-evaluate our strategies and become more resilient," Hilson recalls.…

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1,001: Building Teams and Breaking Boundaries | Julien Lafouge, CFO, Spendesk 1:08:06

14d ago1:08:06

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Angola might not top the list of destinations to which executives typically flock to build their careers, but for Julien Lafouge, it was the starting point of an extended journey. Back in 2001, Lafouge stepped into a pivotal finance leadership role with Technip, a technology provider to the energy industry. The unconventional geography forced him t…

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ON LOCATION: Among the Planning Masses at Perform24 36:18

5d ago36:18

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Planful CEO Grant Halloran shares his insights on the current state of AI adoption in the enterprise, emphasizing the need to temper excitement with reality. He highlighted the importance of understanding legal and security aspects, listening to customers, and pacing AI development with their ability to use it effectively. Halloran also discussed t…

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1000: When Culture Informs Strategy | Tucker Marshall, CFO, J.M. Smucker & Co. 49:06

19d ago49:06

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At just 16, Tucker Marshall unsuccessfully sought a humble beginning at The J. M. Smucker Company—not in the back office but on its lush grounds, hoping to cut grass. Such an early rejection—due to a company policy favoring employees’ families first—did little to deter him. Instead, it left with him an indelible admiration for the company’s culture…

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999: A Bias For Action | Jason Godley, CFO, Xactly 53:49

21d ago53:49

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On a remote Wyoming cattle ranch, young Jason Godley faced a dire situation: the baler attached to his tractor suddenly caught fire. Alone, with no immediate help and devoid of modern conveniences like cell phones, 12-year-old Jason had to think quickly and act decisively. His decision to drive to a neighbor’s house to use their hose not only extin…

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998: Margins, Metrics, and Payments | Lawrence Herman, CFO, Dwolla 37:21

25d ago37:21

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Lawrence Herman’s path to becoming a CFO unfolded through a series of experiences that changed his understanding of the finance world, beginning with his initial role at Goldman Sachs. Here, in the crucible of intense market dynamics, Herman cut his teeth on complex financial models, where the rigor of long hours refined his capacity to handle pres…

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997: From Reaction to Action: Capturing Insight for Growth | Daniel Bisgeier, CFO, Constellation 50:09

28d ago50:09

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When faced with unprecedented challenges, the true mettle of a leader is tested. Daniel Bisgeier, a seasoned CFO, exemplifies how continuous improvement and strategic decisiveness pave the way for corporate resilience and growth. Reflecting on his career, Bisgeier notes that significant progress often doesn't come in bursts but through "persistent …

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From Rearview to Road Ahead - A Planning Aces Episode 34:40

3d ago34:40

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Leadership in FP&A: All three CFOs emphasize the role of finance in leading and driving business performance through strategic foresight, detailed operational insights, and proactive engagement. Technology and Innovation: There is a strong inclination towards integrating new technologies like AI to enhance the capabilities of finance teams and impr…

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996: Cultivating a CFO’s Toolkit | Aaron Levine, CFO, Prophix 37:50

1M ago37:50

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From his early days in auditing at PwC to his current role as CFO at Prophix, Aaron Levine has had a career that has closely tracked the evolving nature of the financial leadership role. His journey has been marked by a series of strategic transitions and expansions of his skill set that illustrate the broadening demands of being a modern CFO. An i…

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995: Embracing Change to Energize Your Career | Dan Murphy, CFO, Commercetools 58:07

1M ago58:07

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The way Dan Murphy sees it the CFO position demands that leaders always be kept on high alert. It’s a mindset that had led him to habitually monitor updates and alerts related to key vendors, including banking institutions. And so it was, in first quarter 2023 when Murphy recalls spotting a vague tweet hinting at possible financial instability at S…

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Controllers Classified | Accounting in the Sports World with Patrick Lynch of the Boston Celtics 36:45

9d ago36:45

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On this episode of Controllers Classified, host Erik Zhou welcomes Patrick Lynch, Senior Vice President and Controller of the Boston Celtics, who shares his journey from ball boy to financial leader for the team. Patrick highlights the milestones of his career, including his transition from an internship to working closely with the CFO, and the sig…

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994: Balancing Top-Line Growth and Bottom-Line Results | Naresh Bansal, CFO, Menlo Security 53:20

1M ago53:20

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Ask any CFO about their career-building years, and they will likely attribute their success to their adaptability and ability to render strategic insight. This tendency was recently amplified for us when we heard about the experience of Naresh Bansal, a seasoned finance executive who during a pivotal chapter early in his early career discovered tha…

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993: Building Resilient Careers: Lessons from a CFO Expat | Hilary Norris, CFO, GTreasury 58:18

2M ago58:18

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A little more than 15 years ago, Hilary Norris had the ultimate dream job at a tech company in sunny California, a perfect alignment of professional goals and personal life. However, the idyllic scenario was disrupted when the company was acquired, a common turning point that often spells uncertainty for many executives. Facing a potential career s…

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992: Unlocking Holistic Company Performance | Udit Tibrewal, CFO, Anomali 51:54

2M ago51:54

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Kicking off his career fresh out of school, Udit Tibrewal joined the audit practice ofPricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in New Delhi, where he set about learning the intricate workings of financial compliance. The ambition to broaden his horizon and a hunger for new challenges led him to make a bold move to the United States, landing him first New York …

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991: Transforming Investment Wisdom into Management Strategy | Jeff Bray, CFO, Semperis 47:22

2M ago47:22

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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 stocks would greatly amplify his success. This principle of concentrate…

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Controllers Classified: Building high-performing global finance teams 41:04

1M ago41:04

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In this episode of Controllers Classified, host Erik Zhou is joined by Katie Slattery, VP of Accounting and Corporate Controller at Fivetran. The conversation begins with Katie’s start in Ireland at KPMG Dublin as an auditor, and traces her path from auditor to accountant. Fun fact: Katie has been the first controller/accounting hire at several hig…

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990: From Print to Platform: Strategic Shifts in a Digital Age | CFO Mitch Peipert 54:13

2M ago54:13

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Back in 2016, Mitch Peipert stood at a crossroads. With a career foundation deeply rooted in the precision and rigor of public accounting, Peipert had navigated his way through the financial landscapes of various companies, honing his CFO leadership and operational prowess. Yet, nothing could have prepared him for the arrival of a new, enigmatic fo…

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989: The Homecoming: A Tale of Growth, Leadership, and Return | Jeremy Johnson, CFO, Dayforce 54:35

2M ago54:35

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Back in September of 2021, Jeremy Johnson, Senior Vice President of Finance at Ceridian (now Dayforce), decided it was time to test his mettle—a decision that led him far from where he began, only to return with a leadership perspective somewhat different from what he expected. Determined to challenge himself and expand his horizons, Johnson left t…

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Driving Value Beyond the Balance Sheet - A Planning Aces Episode 42:33

2M ago42:33

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This episode our Planning Aces emphasize the importance of leveraging one's breadth of experience, stepping beyond traditional FP&A roles, and focusing on execution to bring significant value to organizations. They also emphasize the evolving nature of finance professional interactions and the idea that strategic insights can serve as catalysts for…

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988: The Quest for Sustainable AgTech| Bob Houghton, CFO, Pivot Bio 37:20

2M ago37:20

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In the heart of a bustling paper mill, where the scent of fresh pulp intermingled with the hum of machinery, Bob Houghton kicked off his finance career. Fresh out of college and a number of states removed from his Minnesota roots, Houghton understood the intricate dance of departments working in unison to produce everyday paper essentials. It was h…

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987: May The Road Rise To Meet You | Jennifer Loo, CFO, Tala 48:28

2M ago48:28

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Back in 2009, with a law degree in hand along with some frontline consulting experience, Jennifer Loo swung open the door at LegalZoom—where in short order she was tasked with architecting the fast-growing company's FP&A function from the ground up. For Loo, the responsibilities that would quickly surface at LegalZoom would not only challenge and m…

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Special Episode: Evan Goldberg Talks: The Evolution of NetSuite and Embracing AI 19:22

2M ago19:22

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In a special episode of CFO Thought Leader, host Jack Sweeney converses with Evan Goldberg, Founder and Executive Vice President of Oracle NetSuite, during this month's SuiteConnect conference in NYC. Goldberg reflects on the company's 25 year journey, emphasizing its foundational vision that championed a unified business management suite. Goldberg…

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986: Blending Finance with Operational Ingenuity | Erin Sawyer, CFO, Certinia 43:10

2M ago43:10

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Reflecting on her career choices, Erin Sawyer tells us that one pivotal point stands out—a decision that involved moving her family across the country. This step triggered not only a geographical shift but also a change in Sawyer’s professional life, when her work alongside a CEO ultimately fueled her aspirations to become a chief financial officer…

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985: A World Where Everything is Negotiable | Sarah Alper, CFO, Pactum AI 56:32

2M ago56:32

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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. Having transitioned from structured finance roles at General Electric to the dynamic environment of UiPath, Alper now brings to the table a blend of experience in operational finance, strategic…

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Controllers Classified: Managing financial processes across regions and systems 33:17

3M ago33:17

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In this episode of Controllers Classified, Brex CAO Eric Zhou is joined by Daniel Hilli, Head of Business Control at Alstom. Alstom is a multinational company that builds and services trains and signaling systems. In fact, millions of people everyday are transported by Alstom trains and systems. Given the size of the company, this episode focuses o…

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984: Efficiency and Acquisition Readiness | Bob Purcell, CFO, Billtrust 44:51

3M ago44:51

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Bob Purcell’s leap into the unknown wasn’t just a step; it was a giant stride toward his future as a CFO. Early in his career, Bob faced a daunting choice: join a distressed company teetering on the brink of failure or play it safe. Driven by an unshakeable belief in his abilities and a desire to test himself, he chose the former. This high-risk, h…

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983: The CFO as Architect of Value | Aaron Alt, CFO, Cardinal Health 49:43

3M ago49:43

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In the world of finance, where leadership roles await those who distinguish themselves along a select number of familiar paths, Aaron Alt’s journey to becoming a CFO stands out for its breadth and depth, transcending conventional boundaries. Starting in law, Alt quickly found his groove inside the legal world’s cornucopia of M&A advisory services. …

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982: Blending Alcohol and E-commerce | Matt Wolf, CFO, DRINKS 41:11

3M ago41:11

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Twelve years ago, when Matt Wolf was an investment banker at Morgan Stanley, he likely would have been alarmed to learn that his future finance career would be largely impacted by drinking and driving. Such was his destiny, though, as after a 5-year stint with the investment bank in London and New York he began to fill in his itinerary with positio…

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981: Bridging Continents: A Finance Leader’s Journey | Jakson Peters, CFO, TourRadar 51:04

3M ago51:04

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Jakson Peters's journey from humble beginnings to becoming a global CFO is a tale adaptability, and continuous learning. Born in Brazil, he had initial career expectations far removed from the finance world that had their roots in the start of his working life as part of the family's milk delivery business. This early experience, so remote from his…

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Controllers Classified: An expert’s POV on the future of blockchain in accounting 41:37

3M ago41:37

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On this episode of Controllers Classified, host Eric Zhou welcomes Sean Soper, the Head of Financial Operations and Accounting at Alchemy, to shed light on the disruptive technologies shaping the trajectory of accounting and finance. Alchemy provides the leading blockchain development platform and as such, much of the conversation narrows in on the…

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980: The New Era for Legal Services | Eric Bouchard, CFO, Axiom 55:07

3M ago55:07

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Perhaps no single experience better reveals the breadth of challenges that regularly test even the most stoic of finance career-builders than that which confronted Eric Bouchard a little more than a decade ago at Bombardier, Inc. Tasked by management with negotiating the establishment of a new aerospace facility, Bouchard navigated through complex …

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979: The Changing Stripes of Finance Leadership | Chermaine Hu, CFO, Episode Six 58:40

3M ago58:40

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At the very beginning of our talk with CFO Chermaine Hu, she revealed an irony about the CFO title that we rarely get to expose. To wit: The very title toward which any executive has invested so many illustrious career years conveys ownership of what might seem to be a less than illustrious role—or at least one requiring little future endeavor. “I …

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978: From Silicon Roots to Global Routes | Jeff Woolard, CFO, Velocity Global 58:55

3M ago58:55

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Looking back at his 26 years at Intel Corp., Jeff Woolard has more than a few moments of important discernment from which to choose when we ask for a single finance strategic moment. Nevertheless, without hesitation, he takes us back in time to when the giant chipmaker was experiencing a recurring mismatch between the products that it was developin…

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977: Sales Success in Tech: Unlocking Rep Performance Insights | David Freeman, CFO, Starburst 49:43

3M ago49:43

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Joining Intel Corp. in 1999 as a recent college graduate, David Freeman began his finance career as part of the tech giant’s plus-size finance team that supported various business groups. Looking back, Freeman finds that few aspects of the tech giant’s business were more influential in shaping his early career years than the company’s direct and “c…

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Operating ON and IN The Business - A Planning Aces Episode 46:56

3M ago46:56

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Planning Aces co-hosts Brett Knowles and Jack Sweeney discuss the strategic efforts of two CFOs leading organizational turnarounds, and a third CFO, who offers key organizational insights from an earlier career chapter. Emphasizing simplification, strategic focus, and leveraging both human insight and technology, Marc Suidan of Beachbody, Emma Brow…

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976: A Troubleshooter's Guide to Financial Leadership | Craig Wert, CFO, Jobber 1:00:08

4M ago1:00:08

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Lessons from Craig Wert’s finance career reveal the power of adaptability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to seize opportunities in unexpected places. Having started his career without a clear road map to the future, Wert later found that his liberal arts background and early experiences in investment banking had laid a good foundation for…

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975: Turning the Tide at Beachbody | Marc Suidan, CFO, The Beachbody Company 51:29

4M ago51:29

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When PwC partner and relentless champion of shareholder value Marc Suidan stepped into the CFO office at The Beachbody Company in April 2022, intrigue was bound to follow. Certainly, a struggling fitness and health company may not be viewed by many as the optimal door-of-entry to the operations side of things. However, for Suidan—a 17-year PwC vete…

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Controllers Classified: Open AI's Controller on How AI Can Transform Accounting 44:50

4M ago44:50

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On this episode of Controllers Classified, Brex’s CAO Erik Zhou is joined by Sowmya Ranganathan, OpenAI’s Controller. The conversation begins with a discussion on Sowmya’s career and her diverse experiences as an auditor and as a finance leader at both public and private tech companies, including Square and Rippling prior to OpenAI. Specifically, s…

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974: Crafting Strategy in a Data-Driven World | Eric Jenny, CFO, SOCi 46:04

4M ago46:04

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It’s the type of story that we can’t resist repeating, and one that without question underscores Eric Jenny’s entrepreneurial spirit. Still, the entertainment value of his tale of zapping wasp nests with a homemade rubber band gun for a dollar a pop was at risk of eclipsing the more traditional milestones that populate a career path otherwise defin…

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973: Cultivating Relationships and Spearheading Change | Alejandro Castro, CFO, ONX 52:33

4M ago52:33

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It was during a 9-year tenure at food giant ConAgra Brands that Alejandro Castro became involved in a companywide initiative that would forever alter his approach to leadership and strategic thinking. Born and raised in Mexico, Castro had begun his professional voyage at Price Waterhouse, where he launched a public accounting career from the accoun…

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972: Recalibrating Your Strategic Lens | Rachel Stack, CFO, Cologix, Inc 44:36

4M ago44:36

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Not unlike that of many of her CFO peers, Rachel Stack's journey toward becoming a CFO has been punctuated by pivotal transactions. No single example of this turns out to have been more complicated or rich with lessons than what Stack refers to simply as "the take-private of Zayo." However, before the path forward for Zayo was made clear, there had…

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971: Navigating Growth & Transformation | Sam Kemp, CFO, Built 50:10

4M ago50:10

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Looking back on his days with GoDaddy, Sam Kemp recalls a pivotal page in the domain registry giant’s strategic M&A playbook. As he prepared to present to the executive team his analysis of a recent acquisition, he included a simple slide to convey data that would challenge the company’s conventional thinking around acquisitions and how—free from t…

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Controllers Classified: CAO Erik Zhou of Brex Speaks to CAO Angelina Hendraka of Redis. 40:48

4M ago40:48

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On this episode of Controllers Classified, Brex’s CAO Erik Zhou is joined by Angelina Hendraka, the CAO at Redis. The conversation begins with a recap of Angelina’s diverse experiences across financial services, biotech, and SaaS companies. Angelina notes that while KPIs shift based on business strategy & industry, the transition from one industry …

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