Kevin Appleby

GrowCFO Show

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The GrowCFO Show is the podcast produced for finance leaders by finance leaders

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Kevin Appleby

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#241 Why Risk Management Is Getting Harder with Chris Wright, Managing Director, Protiviti 08.07.2025 32:11

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp Email #241 Why Risk Management Is Getting Harder with Chris Wright, Managing Director, Protiviti https://youtu.be/LqF4t5IT0n8 Your browser does not support the audio element. In this episode of The GrowCFO Show, host Kevin Appleby speaks with Chris Wright , Managing Director at Protiviti and leader of their global finance transformation solution. The conversat...

#240 Scaling from Startup to 80+ Employees: CFO Lessons in Fast Growth with Melissa Hurrington, CFO & VP of Operations, Premier Claims 01.07.2025 42:52

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dsa5QZtXo50 .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/2axThM3x9wuvBPGhK9wmza In this compelling episode of The GrowCFO Show, Kevin Appleby interviews Melissa Hurrington, CFO and VP of Operations at Premier Claims . The conversation explores the critical challenges and valuable l...

#239 How to Fund a Fast-Growing B2B SaaS Startup with Janelle Gorman, CFO, York IE 24.06.2025 35:34

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp4amxAIoUM .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Qwxrp77mQV0CvmHThso7C In this insightful episode of The GrowCFO Show, host Kevin Appleby explores the critical topic of funding fast-growing B2B SaaS startups with Janelle Gorman, CFO at York IE. Securing appropriate funding...

#238 Why CFOs Who Ignore Excel & Automation Are Falling Behind with Richard Nero, GrowCFO Facilitator 17.06.2025 26:34

https://youtu.be/wIPL5EncKVg .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/0pwzX0ujbANt79RKKxEDMD In this insightful episode of the GrowCFO Show, Kevin Appleby sits down with Richard Nero , a Microsoft Excel MVP and GrowCFO Facilitator who specializes in finance systems consultancy. The conversation explores the c...

#237 The CFO’s Guide to Leading Sustainability in Business with Paula Kensington, GrowCFO Facilitator 10.06.2025 28:12

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paid3zTnC6U&t=22s .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ywfZ18iMIe7TSHdpaVsYU In this episode of The GrowCFO Show, host Kevin Appleby is joined by Paula Kensington , a seasoned finance professional from Australia with over 30 years of experience. Paula shares her journe...

#236 Risk Is Changing. Is Your Board Keeping Up? with Patrick Dunne, Experienced Chair and Board Member in Business & Social Enterprise 03.06.2025 34:08

https://youtu.be/97Y65cAzzBs .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/52560DpsRV0fr9XStbziYw In this thought-provoking episode of The GrowCFO Show, Kevin Appleby engages with Patrick Dunne , an experienced Chair and Board Member in both business and social enterprise sectors, to explore the evolving landscape...

#235 How AI Is Transforming Accounts Receivable with Ben Winter, Co-Founder, Stuut and Jeff Martini, CFO, Bishop Lifting 27.05.2025 35:45

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nb12TtUmSJ0 .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/0mxBSzi1Gzvigoo9manusQ In this insightful episode of The GrowCFO Show, host Kevin Appleby explores how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing accounts receivable processes with guests Jeff Martini, CFO at Bishop Lifting ,...

#234 Power BI, Python & Copilot: What Finance Teams Need to Know with Dan Stockdale, GrowCFO Facilitator 20.05.2025 26:54

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ote8IemqGfs .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/4gs9QiDVheQ0U2ZnGm4QBU In this insightful episode, host Kevin Appleby welcomes back Dan Stockdale , a GrowCFO facilitator and financial modeling specialist. Dan shares his journey from management accountant to financial model...

#233 Post-Acquisition, Pre-Burnout: Surviving M&A as a CFO with Kathy Kinder, GrowCFO Mentor 13.05.2025 24:17

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAYQOwPdyhA .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/5wmvtV5W3CneLlcQwQ0qJh?si=Fejf8jefTK2Lje3nVPHB7g In this insightful podcast episode of the Grow CFO Show, Kevin sits down with Kathy Kinder . Their discussion centers on the critical challenges CFOs face during mergers and ac...

#232 The CFO’s Guide to Creating a High-Impact Global Team with Benyam Hagos, CFO, Form3 06.05.2025 35:59

https://youtu.be/Bqatoyfy-F4 .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/3xcOnyHg4WGip8LALiVb6T The role of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in building and scaling a high-performance global finance team is critical to an organization’s success. In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, CFOs mus...

#231 Outgrowing Xero: When It’s Time to Level Up Your Finance Systems with Darren Cran, CEO, AccountsIQ 29.04.2025 35:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpOei-pHzBM .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/2u9wa8kz26D64O7Fc5NpMF In the rapidly evolving landscape of financial technology, businesses face critical decisions about scaling their accounting systems. Choosing the right financial management platform can make the differ...

#230 How to Build Your Legacy as a First-Time CFO with Danielle Keeven, CFO, Vio.com 22.04.2025 25:35

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubGYbvY_EAQ .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bbVHlHNa80oANEpgOdOZc In the dynamic world of corporate leadership, the journey of a first-time CFO represents a critical inflection point for emerging financial executives. Building a lasting legacy requires a strategic app...

#229 The Finance Playbook: What Robotics Startups Can Teach About Operational Agility with Maria Ghibu, Global CFO, Testhouse 15.04.2025 29:34

https://youtu.be/xkhJmKajXG8 .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/2BrVUEFhCiaYZSTsz10XvO The finance landscape is undergoing a transformative revolution, driven by technological innovation and unprecedented operational challenges. Operational agility has emerged as a critical strategic imperative for star...

#228 The Confidence Code: Secrets to Owning Every Room with Susana Serrano Davey, GrowCFO Mentor 08.04.2025 32:08

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8myIm2OdbA .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/393rj0qXYpByeuWWjgoC5i Confidence is a critical yet often misunderstood element of professional success. In today’s competitive business landscape, understanding the nuanced dynamics of self-assurance can be the differe...

#227 How to Choose the Right Tech Stack Without Wasting Money with Tim Cadbury, CFO, InfiniteCFO 01.04.2025 30:07

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auEV4K6aMyE&t=2s .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/4mVO2Gtl2Vx5bQmDNuWfTi In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, selecting the right technology stack is critical for organizational success and financial efficiency. The strategic selection of technologi...

#226 AI, Accounting & The Modern CFO with Francesco Zappala, CFO, South America, Impresa Pizzerotti 25.03.2025 44:59

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4JrTWr9H2E .entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } https://open.spotify.com/episode/0tFFZr6v55eoOv3NmRmYYC In the rapidly evolving landscape of corporate finance, artificial intelligence (AI) stands as a transformative force reshaping the role of modern financial leadership. The integration of AI technologie...

#225 The Future of B2B Payments: AI, Automation & Financial Innovation with Alex Louisy, Co-founder & CEO, Upflow 18.03.2025 38:09

#225 The Future of B2B Payments: AI, Automation & Financial Innovation with Alex Louisy https://open.spotify.com/episode/3qy4Q5X2ZRjyzBfqhOA2Dl The B2B payments ecosystem represents a critical financial infrastructure that fundamentally determines an organization’s economic health and operational agility. In an increasingly digital and interconnected global marketplace, businesses are co...

#224 How Power BI and AI Are Redefining the CFO Role with Rishi Sapra, GrowCFO Facilitator 11.03.2025 34:45

#224 The Future of Finance: How Power BI and AI Are Redefining the CFO Role with Rishi Sapra https://open.spotify.com/episode/6sIeKqInI1Ur549AprBRnw How Are Power BI and AI Redefining the CFO Role? Power BI and artificial intelligence are transforming how finance leaders operate. In this podcast, Rishi Sapra, Microsoft MVP and GrowCFO Facilitator, explores how modern CFOs can use data, automation,...

#223 Streamlining Success: The Key to Sustainable Growth with Karina Rasic, CEO and Business Strategy Consultant, Make Business Flow 04.03.2025 27:21

#223 Streamlining Success: The Key to Sustainable Growth with Karina Rasic https://open.spotify.com/episode/7aOwo254gene5On21geffe Karina Rasic , CEO and Business Strategy Consultant at Make Business Flow , shares her insights on the challenges and strategies for helping female-led companies succeed in fundraising. Accessing capital is a critical issue for entrepreneurs, and Karina’s experie...

#222 Master the Art of Financial Product Design with Siqi Chen, Founder and CFO, Runway 25.02.2025 43:24

#222 Master the Art of Financial Product Design with Siqi Chen https://open.spotify.com/episode/019MLgaVF4N7jNvm2Ek910 Mastering the art of financial product design is a crucial skill for finance professionals in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. In this insightful podcast episode, Kevin sits down with Siqi Chen , the Founder and CFO of Runway , to explore the challenges and oppor...

#221 The Ultimate Guide to Cost-Smart Property Management with Scot Ginsburg, Executive Managing Director, Hughes Marino 18.02.2025 33:22

#221 The Ultimate Guide to Cost-Smart Property Management with Scot Ginsburg https://open.spotify.com/episode/31KM37M8HM8JHmbZPtm203 Property management is a critical aspect of business operations, with real estate often representing one of the largest fixed costs for organizations. In this podcast episode, Scot Ginsburg , Executive Managing Director at Hughes Marino , shares his expertise on navi...

# 220 Financial Modelling Done Right: Expert Tips with Danielle Stein Fairhurst, GrowCFO Mentor 11.02.2025 25:09

# 220 Financial Modelling Done Right: Expert Tips with Danielle Stein Fairhurst https://open.spotify.com/episode/6sSbm92dhd0BaEzD91LJPp Financial modelling is a critical skill for finance professionals, enabling them to analyze data, forecast scenarios, and make informed business decisions. In this podcast episode, Danielle Stein Fairhurst , a renowned financial modelling expert and GrowCFO Mentor...

# 219 Celebrating 5 Years of Driving Change for Finance Leaders with Dan Wells, Founder & CEO 04.02.2025 33:06

# 219 Celebrating 5 Years of Driving Change for Finance Leaders with Dan Wells https://open.spotify.com/episode/1mgQkjEkaaBVBghRye7nhD Celebrating its 5th anniversary, the GrowCFO podcast takes a deep dive into the remarkable journey of the finance community platform. Led by founder and CEO Dan Wells , this special episode reflects on the evolution of the business, the key milestones, and the visi...

#218 Soft Skills Every Financial Leader Needs with Melanie Coeshott, GrowCFO Mentor 28.01.2025 29:12

#218 Soft Skills Every Financial Leader Needs with Melanie Coeshott https://open.spotify.com/episode/65A52E2nhXg7T5L4SPV1Q1 As the business landscape becomes increasingly complex, the ability to effectively communicate, manage people, and navigate interpersonal dynamics has become just as essential as technical financial expertise. Melanie Coeshott , a GrowCFO mentor, shares her insights and exper...

#217 The Blueprint for a High-Performing Finance Team with Damian Smith, GrowCFO Mentor 21.01.2025 34:41

#217 The Blueprint for a High-Performing Finance Team with Damian Smith https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bLrSTnZuprXVZcK4eSF4s Damian Smith , a GrowCFO Mentor, joins the Grow CFO Show to discuss the blueprint for building a high-performing finance team. In today’s dynamic business landscape, the need for finance teams to operate at peak efficiency has never been more crucial. Effective fina...