7 recent podcast episodes CFOs should listen to
From Yahoo Finance: 2025-05-09 05:22:00
1. Former NerdWallet CFO Lauren StClair shared her journey from athlete to finance leader on the Secrets of Rockstar CFOs podcast. She discussed leading NerdWallet’s IPO and building diverse, high-performing teams. StClair emphasized the importance of having a mix of experience and diversity in a team for success.
2. Disney CFO Hugh Johnston highlighted the company’s reliance on its streaming business for growth on Bloomberg Talks. He mentioned the investments made in the business and the positive momentum expected in terms of subscriber growth and margins.
3. Former IRS revenue agent Jeff Johnston shared insights on the challenges of working at the IRS, particularly relating to antiquated systems, on The Accounting Podcast. He described the difficulties of learning and using outdated systems within the IRS.
4. PartsTech CFO CJ Gustafson discussed budgeting pitfalls and FP&A strategies on CFO Weekly. He emphasized the importance of focusing on clarity, communication, and strategic alignment to avoid common budgeting mistakes and ensure financial success.
5. Corpay/National Christian Foundation CFO Tom Panther discussed the importance of understanding business strategies and macroeconomic factors on The CFO Show. Panther emphasized the need for businesses to have a sound debt environment strategy in different interest rate environments for financial stability.
6. Sullivan Street Partners founder Richard Sanders shared insights on delivering a successful first 100 days as a CFO in a private equity setting on the CFO 4.0 Podcast. Sanders discussed the challenges and strategies for new CFOs to navigate their roles effectively in the first few months. CFOs working under private equity face unique challenges requiring judgment and strategic thinking. Sanders emphasizes the importance of understanding the business, identifying missed opportunities, and approaching policies with a fresh perspective. It’s crucial to communicate observations constructively and allow time to learn the business before making significant changes.
Fresh FP&A CEO, Chris Ortega, shares insights on scaling finance teams using AI agents in a recent video. Ortega demonstrates how to leverage ChatGPT Plus as an executive assistant, eliminating the need for additional hiring. The tutorial aims to address the demand from finance leaders seeking efficient ways to enhance their team’s productivity.