CFO 4.0 Podcast

Send us your thoughts In this first episode of PE Backed series on the CFO 4.0 podcast, join host Hannah Munro as she delves into a fascinating journey of financial transformation with Kim Dziuk, the CFO of Adams® Flavors, Foods & Ingredients, LLC. Discover how Adams, a beloved brand with over a century of history, underwent significant changes and growth under private equity ownership, all wh...

Send us your thoughts In this week’s episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast Hannah Munro welcomes back special guest Andi Lonnen! Together they explore and reflect on the Finance Business Partner Bootcamp, where finance professionals gathered to enhance their skills and knowledge. Discover the key takeaways, insights, and inspiring stories from the event.  In this episode, we cover:  The importance of cur...

Send us your thoughts This episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast comes from our recent Financial Transformation Live session with Hannah Munro, and is all about gathering and documenting requirements for financial system transformation!  Overview of what was discussed: How to approach gathering requirements for your finance system  Infrastructure and customisation capabilities to consider  What options y...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast, Hannah Munro sits down with Rob, the CFO of Modaxo. Dive into the world of mergers and acquisitions with Hannah and Rob as they explore the strategies, challenges, and key learnings from Rob’s journey. Discover how Rob achieved ongoing improvement in his approach to programmatic M&A, offering valuable insights for finance profession...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast, Hannah Munro sits down with Marco Torrente, CFO at WebBeds, to explore the complexities and challenges of leading financial transformations across multicultural landscapes.   Topics covered in this episode: Key strategies for keeping teams motivated during long and often challenging transformation processes Balancing the difficulties of...

Send us your thoughts Welcome to a special edition of the CFO 4.0 podcast, brought to you in partnership with the ACCA at CogX Festival. In this live panel event, host Hannah Munro is joined by an expert panel of speakers as they dissect the future of financial leadership, offering a fresh perspective on what lies ahead for CFOs and financial teams in the journey towards Finance. Join us as we del...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, Hannah Munro delves deep into the ever-evolving world of procurement with our guest, Thomas Siersbæk Heller-Njor, Founder and CEO of CostBits. Together, Hannah and Thomas explore the challenges and nuances of aligning procurement with financial insights and how technology, particularly SaaS, is paving the way for improved transparency a...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast, Hannah Munro sits down with Andi Lonnen Founder & CEO at Finance Business Partner Academy to discuss the development of the Finance Business Partner Function. Also covered on the podcast: Listen to how organisations navigate the complex world of Finance Business Partnering. Discover how cultivating a sense of curiosity enhances conn...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast, Hannah Munro is joined by Sylvia Ionita, CFO at waterdrop! With hands-on experience in growing start-ups, Sylvia shares her wisdom on scaling businesses, diving deep into the joys and challenges of taking a start-up to the next level. In this episode, we cover: • How presenting real numbers and financial data at all levels increases awa...

Send us your thoughts This week's episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast is taken from our most recent Financial Transformation Live session where Hannah Munro delves into the crucial aspects of financial transformation and how a robust data strategy can play a pivotal role in enhancing your organisation's financial performance. In today's rapidly evolving financial landscape, data has beco...

Send us your thoughts In this CFO 4.0 episode, Hannah Munro sits down with Shaun Hayes, Author of The Gray Choice who has a wealth of experience in both the highs and lows of corporate leadership. Dive deep into Shaun's perspective on various aspects of business and personal growth. Topics covered include: Emphasising the importance of taking risks to achieve success and underscores the value...

Send us your thoughts In this episode, Hannah Munro is in conversation with James Owen, Global CFO, Profiles Division, at Kantar. James shares his expertise in financial planning and forecasting, shedding light on the nuances of the dynamic business landscape. Also covered on the podcast: Importance of using market data as a benchmark for performance comparisons Strategies for managing the challen...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast, host Hannah Munro interviews Susana Serrano-Davey, a seasoned finance leader, and leadership mentor, as they delve into the art of successful one-to-one relationships. Susana shares her expertise and valuable insights on fostering effective communication, building trust, and navigating challenges in a CFO's role. Key Discussion Poi...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast, host Hannah Munro sits down with special guest Rob Brown, a renowned influencer and expert in the finance and accounting world. Together they jump into the crucial topic of building a powerful personal and professional brand within the finance industry. As they explore various strategies and skills needed to stay relevant and competitiv...

Send us your thoughts This week's episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast is taken from our most recent Financial Transformation Live session where Hannah Munro delves into the intricacies of designing an efficient and agile finance system! Hannah explores the world of financial system architecture, the layers of integration and automation that are crucial for enhancing efficiency and connectivity wit...

Send us your thoughts In this week's episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, Hannah Munro sits down with Clive Webb, a renowned expert in finance and sustainability, to explore the emerging role of the Chief Value Officer. Delving into the evolution of the CFO role and its connection to ESG and sustainability practices. Together, they uncover the following key topics:  Understanding the Chief Value O...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro is joined by Bill Fink, Executive Vice President at TD Bank, and they delve into the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and investment strategies! Bill, an expert in the field, shares valuable insights and trends that are shaping the current business landscape. From the impact of rising interest rates to the opportunities...

Send us your thoughts In this week’s episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast Hannah Munro is joined by Hannah Williams, CEO at Alacrity. Hannah Williams is a recent CFO turned CEO, and during the episode she shares her journey, passion, and insights into the world of finance and entrepreneurship, discussing the power of embracing opportunities, fuelling enthusiasm, and driving growth in family businesses....

Send us your thoughts In this week’s episode of CFO 4.0 Ilana Esterrich, CFO at Planned Parenthood joins us to delve into the world of sustainable transformational leadership. Ilana shares with Hannah Munro her wealth of knowledge and experience in driving successful organisational transformations and highlights the critical role of change management in achieving lasting change. Also covered on th...

Send us your thoughts Join us for the next session in our Financial Transformation Live series that will be a game-changer for finance professionals striving for a faster, more efficient month-end close. Hosted by Hannah Munro, this session promises to provide a robust roadmap for achieving a streamlined financial close in just 12 months. This workshop aims to empower you to take control of your c...

Send us your thoughts This week, CFO 4.0 podcast host Hannah Munro is joined by Isaac Strulowitz, CFO at CoVenture who offers his unique perspective on risk management,  providing valuable insights into how CFOs can protect their firms against unforeseen challenges. In the episode, we cover:    Isaac's account of the SVB collapse and the proactive steps his team took to protect investor capit...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, Hannah Munro is joined by Chris Argent, founder of GENCFO. Together, Chris & Hannah delve into the insights, trends, and key takeaways from the recent GENCFO Summit.  Topics covered include:   The shifting role of the finance function, moving beyond transactional processing to business partnering The necessity of selecting the right...

Send us your thoughts This week's episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast takes an exciting twist as host Hannah Munro steps into the guest seat on Mark Gandy's highly-regarded CFO Bookshelf podcast. Hannah & Mark engage in an interesting discussion that spans entrepreneurship, mentorship, literature, and the evolution of CFO 4.0!    Throughout their discussion, Hannah and Mark delve into:  ...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast, Hannah Munro delves into the essential characteristics and skills needed for successful finance business partnering with guest, Andi Lonnen, Founder & CEO at Finance Business Partner Academy! Andi shares her insights on the 9 C's of effective finance business partners and discusses the importance of having the right mindset, sk...

Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 podcast Hannah Munro is joined by guest, Oliver Deacon, Executive Coach at Oliver Deacon Coaching, to discuss the future of finance and how it will be transformed in the next five years.  With a focus on the importance of soft skills, leadership, and process engineering, Oliver shares pragmatic tips to help finance professionals and teams stay a...