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For ambitious women ready to rise, lead, and thrive — without burning out. Are you delivering results… but still waiting to be seen as a true leader? Tired of performance reviews with praise — but no promotion? Hosted by Dr. Toni Collis, executive coach for women in tech, this podcast is your go-to leadership toolkit. Whether you're a rising Director, lone female VP, or overextended operator tired of being overlooked — you're in the right place. Each week, Toni shares real-world leadership s ...
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Real Stories and Strategies for a Successful Career and Business in Tech. Tech with Newton is an informative technology podcast for tech enthusiasts, newcomers to tech, tech professionals, and anyone looking to break into the industry. In each episode, the host, Newton, a seasoned IT consultant, explores the latest interesting tech news, trends, insights, and innovations, as well as tech career development tips and tricks to turbocharge careers and businesses in the industry.
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Get ready to step into the unfiltered world of entrepreneurship with the award-winning entrepreneur Susan Sly on the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship® podcast. Recognized and featured by major media outlets such as Forbes, MIT Sloan Management Review, CNBC, Fox, and CNN, Susan brings an exceptional blend of real-world experience and hard-earned knowledge to the podcasting stage. As the co-founder of a leading AI company, Susan harnesses her unique insider perspective to explore the hearts and m ...
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Looking to build an efficient accounting team so you can focus on strategy and business growth? As the role of the CFO changes to include long-term performance-driver, all-knowing technology expert and full-company strategic guide, more and more accounting leaders are left overwhelmed. Join us as we talk to CFOs, Controllers and other industry veterans who share their expertise on how to streamline accounting processes, create established efficiency and move to a data-driven model, allowing ...
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Claire Bramley, former Chief Financial Officer at Teradata, joins Megan Weis to discuss the modern CFO, how technology and AI are reshaping the CFO's responsibility, and defining what a successful executive looks like. Claire also dives into career growth, leadership strategies, and the underestimated power of storyte…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Jim Benson, Chief Financial Officer at Dynatrace, joins Megan Weis to share insights about modernizing the finance function, developing succession strategies, and what CFOs should focus on as we enter 2025. Jim brings over three decades of leadership experience in market-leading technology companies. Before joining Dy…
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In today's episode, we're going deep into one of the most urgent leadership topics of 2025: cybersecurity, AI risk, and the new era of digital trust. This is no longer a technical issue — it's a leadership issue. I'm joined by Karen Kaukol, Chief Marketing Officer at Entrust, a global leader in identity, security, and trust. Karen brings decades of…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, John Glasgow, CEO & CFO at Campfire, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs can balance financial discipline with product innovation while operating in dual leadership roles. John brings unique insights from his distinguished career holding finance leadership positions at prominent companies like Bill.com and Ado…
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If you're ending the year exhausted, mentally overloaded, or stuck in a spiral of self-doubt… this episode is your reset. In today's conversation, we're breaking down the inner critic, the mental load of leadership, and why high-performing women struggle most with overthinking, decision paralysis, and confidence dips at this time of year. You'll le…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Dan Wheadon, Partner and Advisory Leader at Cherry Bekaert and leader of their CFO Advisory Practice, joins Megan Weis to explore how modernizing finance operations can unlock a company's potential, transforming the function from a back office support role into a true driver of performance, insight, and innovation. Da…
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In this episode, Newton sits down with Bill Kasko, President and CEO of Frontline Source Group, for a critical look at the tech job market today. Bill shares clear, real-world insights on hiring trends, AI in recruitment, and what candidates and employers should prioritize right now, from skills and work ethic to networking, remote work, and smart …
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Career stagnation isn't caused by a lack of talent — it's caused by the wrong strategy. If you're a high-performing woman in tech who's STILL feeling stuck (despite delivering more than everyone around you), this episode is going to hit home. In today's conversation, Master Executive Coach Dr. Toni Collis breaks down why you're overperforming but o…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Siqi Chen, CEO & CFO at Runway, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are transforming their finance operations by moving from manual spreadsheet-based processes to real-time, AI-powered forecasting systems. Siqi brings unique insights as a serial entrepreneur and former CEO at Sandbox VR, where, during COVID-19…
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Struggling to feel heard at work? You share ideas, offer solutions, repeat yourself — and still nothing lands. Then someone else says the same thing, and suddenly it's brilliant. You're not imagining it. Being unheard isn't a personal flaw — it's a neuroscience and systems problem. In this episode, Dr Toni Collis unpacks why even great leaders stru…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Jacob Moelter, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer at SupportNinja, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are transforming customer experience from a cost center into a strategic growth lever. Jacob brings extensive experience in finance and operations across public and private companies, with a …
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AI is changing how people get hired — and it's happening fast. In this episode of Leading Women in Tech, Dr. Toni Collis sits down with Nicole Bugenske, a recruiter from Robert Half, to unpack what's really going on in the 2025 tech job market. From fake résumés and AI-generated cover letters to the rise of quiet hiring and risk-averse employers — …
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Tony Jarjoura, Chief Financial Officer at Gigamon, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs and CISOs are collaborating to balance innovation with security in the age of AI. Tony brings extensive experience from his career at Ernst & Young and his progression through multiple leadership roles at Gigamon, where he w…
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http://tonicollis.com/how-to-prioritize-work-to-get-promoted/If your calendar is overflowing but your career feels stuck, this episode is for you. You're not alone in the busyness trap. For so many high-achieving women in tech, doing more has always felt like the way to get ahead — but it's not what gets you promoted. In this episode of the Leading…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Jason Godley, Chief Financial Officer at Xactly Corp, joins Megan Weis to explore how Agentic AI is revolutionizing the CFO's role from financial overseer to business architect. Jason brings over twenty years of experience spanning public accounting at PricewaterhouseCoopers, seven years on Wall Street, and a decade l…
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How do you lead with impact—before you ever get the title? In this episode, I sit down with Michele Doyle, VP of Data & Analytics at Senos, to explore what it means to lead from the crossroads of engineering, operations, and strategy. Michele shares her unconventional journey from psychology to tech leadership, how to lead with influence before you…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Matt Collis, Chief Financial Officer at PairSoft, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are evolving from traditional financial oversight to strategic leadership partners who craft compelling financial narratives that drive business growth. Matt brings extensive experience scaling companies across different indu…
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In this episode of Tech with Newton, host Newton engages in an inspiring conversation with Mohamed Ahmed, serial entrepreneur, author of “The Inside-Out Entrepreneur,” and founder of Boundless Founder. Drawing from his journey as an engineer turned successful founder, Mohamed shares practical insights on what it truly takes to thrive in the world o…
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When was the last time you rewrote an email six times before hitting send? Or spiraled through a decision long after it needed to be made? If you've ever been told "you're overthinking it," you're not alone — and you're not failing. Overthinking at work is often the result of high pressure, perfectionism, and internalized leadership expectations — …
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Hemant Kapadia, CFO at Anaplan, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are transforming financial planning and strategic decision-making through AI-powered scenario modeling and connected enterprise planning. Hemant brings a unique blend of engineering precision and financial acumen, having started his career as …
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In this inspiring episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, Susan Sly sits down with Tracey Wheeler Noonan, co-founder of Wicked Good Cupcakes, to uncover how a Shark Tank appearance led to a multi-million dollar exit to Hickory Farms. Tracey shares the behind-the-scenes story of landing a deal with Kevin O’Leary, navigating public scrutiny, build…
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Can your team thrive without you in the room? And what does it really take to lead with confidence in a male-dominated industry? In this episode, I sit down with Sandy Motley, Senior VP at Nokia and former President of Fixed Networks, to talk about what it means to lead a high-performing team without overfunctioning—and how to build trust, autonomy…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Matthew Spencer, Chief Accounting Officer at Global Partners LP, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are building agile, tech-enabled teams that drive innovation through curiosity, experimentation, and strategic use of offshore talent. Matthew brings over 20 years of experience, starting his career at Ernst & …
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Could watching a game show inspire the creation of a billion-dollar company? In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, host Susan Sly sits down with Shawn Nelson, founder and CEO of Lovesac, who shares how a lightbulb moment during The Price Is Right led to 27 years of building a public company—through bootstrapping, winning $1 million fro…
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Is It Time to Leave? How to Know If You've Outgrown Your Role (Without Burning It All Down) 🔗 Take the free "What's Holding You Back?" Diagnostic → https://tonicollis.com/whats-holding-you-back You're a high-achiever. You don't quit easily. But lately… something feels off. Maybe you're exhausted. Or uninspired. Or quietly wondering if you've outgro…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Billy Newman, CFO at Redwood Software, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are revolutionizing finance operations through AI-powered automation and strategic oversight. Billy brings extensive experience from his tenure as CFO at Cvent, where he navigated the company through a pandemic, two public offerings, an…
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What does it take to launch a female-founded brand in 700 Target stores—with no prior CPG experience? In this raw and real conversation, Susan Sly sits down with Amiee LeMaire, founder of ZEYA, the first true innovation in home fragrance since Febreze. Discover how this former Hollywood producer transformed a deeply personal passion for non-toxic, …
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What does it really take to rise to senior leadership as a woman in tech—without burning out, compromising who you are, or constantly second-guessing your worth? In this episode of Leading Women in Tech, I'm joined by Leila Kassner, COO at Boku, to explore the power of authentic leadership, how to lean in without losing yourself, and what it means …
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What if the path to business ownership didn’t require a million dollars—or even quitting your job? In this episode, Susan Sly sits down with Alex Smereczniak, founder of Franzy—an AI-powered platform on a mission to create one million entrepreneurs by reimagining franchising. After scaling a laundry startup to a $100M valuation, Alex is now focused…
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Your boss isn't listening. You're delivering results, showing up in meetings, and sharing smart insights — but somehow, it feels like your voice never lands. In this episode of Leading Women in Tech, we're diving into the deeper reasons why high-performing women are overlooked, unheard, or dismissed — and what to do about it. We'll explore how to s…
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Effective budgeting and forecasting require balancing data-driven analysis with practical business realities, especially for emerging companies navigating uncertain economic conditions. In this episode of CFO Weekly, Travis Grundy, Senior Associate of FP&A at Adventum, joins Megan Weis to share his unique approach to creating realistic budgets and …
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In a time of AI, rapid change, and constant disruption, what does it really take to lead? Susan Sly sits down with physicist, tech executive, and executive leadership coach Dr. Toni Collis for a candid conversation about the realities of leadership in uncertain times. From subtle bias and burnout to walking away from a successful tech career, Toni …
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In this episode, Newton interviews Grant McCracken, Founder of DarkHorse Security and former VP of Operations at Bugcrowd, for a deep dive into the world of cybersecurity in 2025—both as a critical security discipline and as a lucrative career path. With over 13 years of experience as an ethical hacker and executive, Grant has led teams across pene…
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You don't need a degree—or a perfect plan—to lead with vision. In this episode, I'm joined by Jackie Peters, startup founder and longtime tech innovator, for a powerful conversation on how to lead boldly, build something meaningful, and move forward—even when you don't feel 100% ready. With 25+ years of experience across mobile gaming, AI-powered h…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Zachary Kimball, PE, MBA, VP of Finance and Strategic Planning at Citation Oil and Gas Corp, joins Megan Weis to explore how CFOs in the energy sector are transforming their approach to managing aging assets while balancing escalating production costs and operational efficiency. Zach brings unique insights as a petrol…
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You're overdelivering. Everyone relies on you. But you're exhausted—and no closer to the promotion or recognition you deserve. If you're stuck in overfunctioning, feeling responsible for everyone, or afraid to say no—this episode is your permission slip to lead differently. Join us as we explore how boundaries aren't just helpful—they're essential …
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Daniel Fulton, President and Principal Consultant at Locust Street Advisory, joins Megan Weis to explore how financial leaders can effectively manage turnarounds and cash forecasting during periods of financial distress. Daniel brings over a decade of experience spanning corporate finance, construction finance, health…
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In this thought-provoking episode, Newton welcomes Dr. Toni Collis — unapologetic executive coach for women in tech, former supercomputing specialist, international speaker, and passionate advocate for female leadership in Tech. The discussion dives into the harsh realities of gender bias and sexism in the tech workplace, anchored on the landmark 2…
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What if the key to unlocking the next wave of tech innovation lies in the hands of the entrepreneurs receiving the least funding? There's a fascinating paradox in today's tech landscape: women-led startups are 63% more likely to succeed and have higher chances of becoming unicorns, yet they're receiving less venture capital funding than ever before…
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In this special episode of CFO Weekly, we turn the tables as Jack McCullough, Founder and President of the CFO Leadership Council, interviews Megan Weis about Personiv's 2025 CFO Pulse Report. Megan brings extensive experience in finance and accounting outsourcing, having started her career as a CPA at Deloitte & Touche before transitioning through…
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Did you know most teams using AI are actually moving slower? Lots of teams are testing AI tools—but not seeing the payoff. Why? Because tools alone don't create results. In this episode, I break down what AI-Ready Leadership actually looks like and how to drive real results. You'll learn how to create an AI Leadership Strategy that drives results, …
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Soufyan Hamid, Chief of Financial Storytelling Program of The Finance Circle, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern finance professionals are transforming their roles from back-office functions to strategic business partners through the power of financial storytelling. Soufyan brings extensive experience with over a …
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Have you ever felt like you couldn't lead in tech because you didn't come from a technical background? This week's guest, Anna Belova, is living proof that non-technical leaders can build cutting-edge tech companies and thrive in the most technical industries. Anna is a serial entrepreneur and CEO who has built multiple successful companies in AR a…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Nicolas Boucher, a finance AI thought leader who has trained over 5,000 professionals, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs can leverage AI to transform their finance operations through strategic prompting, automation, and human-machine collaboration. Nicolas brings extensive experience with 15 years in finance…
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You're doing all the right things—delivering results, taking initiative, working harder than ever. So why are you still being passed over for promotion? In this episode, I'm breaking down the real reason high-performing women in tech get overlooked for executive roles—and how to shift from being overlooked to being seen as a strategic leader so you…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Reza Hooda, Founder of the Profitable Accountants Community, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern accounting firm owners are revolutionizing their business models by moving from hourly billing to value-based pricing. Reza brings extensive experience as a former PwC professional who built and scaled his own seven-fig…
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Ready to raise venture funding—but wondering if you're actually ready to lead at that level? In this inspiring and honest conversation, I sit down with Emily Dinu, founder and CEO of Numinous Capital, to explore what VCs really look for—and what kind of leadership mindset shifts are essential to succeed as a founder in today's market. We go deep on…
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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Kumar Parakala, a distinguished CEO, founder, investor, and board director, joins Megan Weis to explore how modern CFOs are evolving from traditional financial guardians to strategic architects of organizational transformation in an AI-centric world. Kumar brings 25+ years of experience including 15 years with KPMG wh…
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In this episode, seasoned digital marketing expert Seth Goldstein unpacks the real state of digital marketing in 2025 — separating proven strategies from industry hype. We explore how AI is reshaping marketing, what still works (and what is fading fast), and how tools like email marketing and blogging remain powerful pillars for personal branding. …
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