Developing Agile Financial Strategies in Uncertain Economic Climates
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Economic swings, global tensions, supply chain hiccups, and shifting customer needs riddle today’s fast-changing economy. For CFOs, this uncertainty can feel like navigating through a storm. Traditional financial planning methods, which rely on fixed yearly budgets, often fall short in these situations. Instead, CFOs need financial strategies that are flexible,…Read More

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Developing Soft Skills and Decoding VC-Speak – A Guide for First-Time CEOs and CFOs of Venture-Backed Companies
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As a Fractional CFO for multiple venture-backed companies (typically three at a time), I am often asked where I spend most of my time. Although my duties and contributions vary, the answer is: (i) fundraising; both debt and equity, (ii) investor relations, and (iii) planning; both strategic and operating plans….Read More

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Integrity and Ethics in the CFO Role: Leadership by Example
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Integrity and ethics: few concepts are as essential and frequently debated in the corporate world, particularly in finance.  These values form the backbone of trust between an organization and its stakeholders—employees, customers, investors, and society. The CFO’s role in establishing and maintaining this trust cannot be overstated.  As companies grow…Read More

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Executive Leadership Lessons for Challenging Times
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We have all read books, seen documentaries, and heard people describe the legendary leadership qualities of Lincoln, MLK, and Mandela. However, most of us will never have to deal with the overwhelming odds those and many other great leaders had to navigate. Yet, as executive leaders, we must often guide…Read More

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