FinOps in Action

FinOps isn’t just about saving money — it’s about managing financial risk. In this episode of FinOps in Action , I’m joined by Victoria Levy, FinOps Engineering Lead at Alteryx, to explore how FinOps teams can learn from security, prioritize cost optimization alongside engineering, and get serious about forecasting cloud and SaaS spend. Victoria shares her journey from physics to FinOps, lessons l...

How can strong tagging practices make or break your FinOps strategy? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I sat down with Sherri Wooldridge, Manager of Cloud FinOps at Carnival Cruise Lines and former FinOps lead at 3M, to explore the foundational role of data classification and tagging in cloud cost management. Sherri shares early lessons from her FinOps career, explains why weak tagging can der...

How can enterprise FinOps drive change across cloud, culture, and leadership? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I sat down with Scott Linn, Cloud and Services Optimization Manager at Chevron, who shares how he helped launch the company’s first FinOps function after decades in cloud operations. Scott reflects on the mindset shifts, executive support, and automation strategies that helped Chevro...

How is FinOps evolving to meet the rising challenge of data spend management? In this episode of FinOps in Action, I sat down with Alex Landis, Senior Finance Manager, and Simar Aurora, Value Engineer at Snowflake, to explore how FinOps is being applied to the fast-growing world of data usage and cost optimization. Together, they share how Snowflake’s internal FinOps practices—like “Snowflake on S...

How can FinOps culture shift cost from a finance problem to an engineering mindset? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I sat down with Amy Ashby, FinOps and Software Asset Management Lead at Under Armour, who shares her journey from IT data centers to cloud infrastructure and FinOps leadership. Amy unpacks the realities of building a FinOps practice from scratch—and why presenting data alone is...

How can automation and engineering trust transform FinOps success? In this episode of FinOps in Action, I’m joined by Diana Lezcano, Former Head of FinOps Engineering at Digital.ai and a professional dog trainer, who shares her unique journey into cloud cost management and what it takes to scale FinOps in a dynamic, engineering-led environment. Together, we dive into key topics, including: Why eli...

How can FinOps leaders drive both cost efficiency and innovation? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I sat down with Preston Tauscher, Senior Product Owner of FinOps at AvidXchange, who brings over three decades of experience in digital transformation. Preston shares how his leadership journey has shaped his approach to cloud financial operations, offering practical insights for FinOps practiti...

How can shifting FinOps left improve cost outcomes and cross-team collaboration? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I sat down with Sonal Gupta, Senior Manager of FinOps and Cloud Hosting Services at Carlsberg, and a seasoned expert who’s spoken at events hosted by Sams Nordic, Gartner, and Microsoft. Sonal brings a global perspective to FinOps leadership and shares her approach to embedding co...

What does it take to lead and scale FinOps in one of the world’s largest global enterprises? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I’m joined by Andrée Lundberg, FinOps Lead at H&M and FinOps Foundation Ambassador, who shares his experience managing cloud spend for a company with over 140,000 employees. Andrée discusses what it means to lead with vision, transition from running FinOps to drivi...

How is the FinOps Foundation evolving cloud financial management? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I’m joined by J.R. Storment, Executive Director of the FinOps Foundation, who shares his journey from IT intern to startup founder to one of the most influential leaders in the FinOps community. J.R. discusses the origins and mission of the foundation, and how it continues to serve as a hub for...

How can engineering-led FinOps drive smarter cloud cost strategies? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I sat down with Caleb Hurd, Principal Consultant at CostOps. Cloud, who shares his unique journey from carpentry to cloud architecture and FinOps consulting. Caleb offers a fresh perspective on the evolving FinOps landscape, advocating for a more engineering-led approach to cloud financial ope...

How can dashboards, automation & collaboration advance FinOps maturity in the enterprise? In this episode of FinOps in Action, I sat down with Ron Stein, IT Manager of Cloud FinOps at ZS, to explore how data empowerment, automation, and strategic tooling can elevate FinOps practices across an organization. Ron shares his unconventional path from radio DJ and commercial photographer to FinOps l...

How can cultural shifts, executive alignment, and chargeback models elevate FinOps success? In this episode of FinOps in Action , we welcome two industry leaders—Polly Fabry, Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture & Strategy, and Prasshant Sharrma, Global FinOps Lead at Sysco—as they share powerful strategies for transforming cloud financial operations at scale. Together, Polly and Prassha...

How can strategic FinOps leadership drive product-centric optimization in enterprise organizations? In this episode of FinOps in Action, I’m joined by Ashley Hromatko—one of the original trailblazers in the FinOps space. From building one of the first and largest FinOps teams at Pearson to her influential work at the FinOps Foundation, Ashley has been at the forefront of redefining cloud financial...

How Can Curiosity, Automation, and Team Culture Shape the Future of FinOps? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I’m joined by Mike Routier, Cloud FinOps Manager at Choice Hotels International, who brings over 20 years of experience and deep insights into building a sustainable and strategic FinOps practice within a large enterprise. Mike shares the key priorities for modern FinOps leaders—from s...

How Can FinOps Leadership Drive Multi-Million Dollar Savings and Optimize Cloud Costs? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I’m joined by Larry Advey, Senior Manager of FinOps at Twilio, who shares his expertise on managing complex cloud financial operations and saving over $70 million in just three years. Larry discusses the critical role of communication and collaboration in FinOps, emphasizing...

How Can Proactive FinOps and Cloud Strategy Drive Success in Large-Scale Organizations? In this episode of FinOps in Action , I’m joined by Adnan Gal, Director of Cloud and Platform Reliability Engineering at S&P Global, who shares his expert insights on the evolving role of FinOps in cloud engineering. Adnan highlights the importance of shifting from reactive to proactive FinOps, incorporatin...

How can cloud cost optimization, business value-driven FinOps strategies, and cultural transformation enhance financial operations in the cloud? In this episode, I’m joined by Anderson Oliveira, a seasoned FinOps consultant and the founder of Zephyr Globe, who shares his expertise on maximizing business value through cloud investments and optimizing FinOps. Anderson discusses the shift from a cost...

How can waste management, automation, and business value optimization drive success in FinOps? In this episode, I’m joined by Jason DiDomenico, Director of FinOps at Discover Financial Services, who shares his decade of experience in cloud financial management, IT leadership, solution architecture, and FinOps best practices. Jason emphasizes the importance of frugality and balancing cost savings w...

How can human relationships, cloud cost optimization, and soft skills shape the future of FinOps practices? In this episode, I’m joined by Angel Alves, Senior Manager of Cloud FinOps at Saint-Gobain and FinOps Foundation Ambassador. Angel shares valuable insights into the importance of prioritizing human relationships in FinOps and how soft skills like communication and empathy can significantly e...

How Can Building Trust and Effective Cloud Strategy Shape FinOps Success? In this episode of FinOps in Action, I’m joined by Chase Bennett, the Director of Cloud FinOps and Capacity Management at Comcast, who shares his invaluable insights on the key priorities for FinOps practitioners in large organizations. Chase talks about his journey from consulting to FinOps, the challenges of working with m...

How can cloud cost management, engineering culture, and business value alignment drive efficiency in organizations? In this episode, I’m joined by Mike Rosenberg, Senior Director of Engineering at Nubank, who shares his journey from software engineering to accounting and his approach to fostering efficiency in cloud cost management. Mike dives into the importance of educating engineers on business...

How can Six Sigma methodologies, cloud cost optimization, and continuous learning drive efficiency in FinOps practices across multi-cloud environments? In this episode, I’m joined by Puja Kosarkar, Director of Cloud FinOps at Epsilon, who shares her expertise on leveraging Six Sigma principles to streamline cloud financial operations (FinOps). Puja discusses how applying these methodologies can le...

What does it take to optimize cloud costs while balancing the technical, financial, and human elements of FinOps? In this episode, I’m joined by Hunter Harris, Senior Manager of Cloud FinOps at Pegasystems. With a proven track record at companies like Pegasystems, Black Mountain Systems, and Outview Systems, Hunter shares his expertise on navigating the complex world of cloud cost optimization and...

What does it take to drive a cost-conscious culture in cloud operations while aligning financial, technical, and business goals? In this episode, I’m joined by Bindu Sharma, Senior Director of Cloud Financial Operations at Teradata and a prominent advocate of FinOps. Bindu shares her expertise on navigating the challenges of cloud cost management and the critical role FinOps plays in aligning orga...