Zak Prendergast

The Modern CFO Show

Business EN ↓ 20 episodes

Each week, Zak Prendergast chats with the world's top CFOs and experts, exploring their insights, experiences, and how they're transforming their roles in an ever-changing business world.

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Zak Prendergast

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Business

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Latest episode

Jun 7, 2026

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Episodes

Sophia Levell: Talking Finance With The UK's Youngest CFO 07.06.2026

In this episode of The Modern CFO Show I sit down with Sophia Levell. We discuss a range of topics on sought after questions like - When is a CFO needed in a scaling company, AI in finance and the CFO role in 2026. In the episode we will be discussing: The lessons learned as the UK’s youngest CFO and what accelerated a rapid rise in finance leadership 🚀 How scaling businesses can successfully imp...

Cornelis von Mollendorff - TP Bennett: The Numbers Behind Great Architecture 14.05.2026

In this episode of the Modern CFO Podcast , we sit down with Cornelis von Mollendorff from TP Bennett to explore the financial engine behind one of the UK’s leading architecture and design practices. From balancing creativity with commercial performance to navigating project profitability, growth, and long-term strategic planning, Cornelis shares what it really takes to manage the numbers behind g...

Tanya Grota - Makosi: Building an Overseas Finance Team 15.03.2026

In this episode of The Modern CFO Show I sit down with Tanya Grota the CFO from Makosi. Makosi is a specialized, tech-enabled workforce solutions provider for the accounting and audit industry. They provide highly vetted, experienced Chartered Accountants and auditors, on-demand or virtually, to help firms scale efficiently during busy seasons. Their services include audit support, advisory, trans...

Dharam Singla - ICICI Bank: Running finance at scale as a banking CFO 04.02.2026

In this episode of The Modern CFO Show I sit down with Dharam Singla the CFO from ICICI Bank In this episode we discuss the challenges of modern banking and how to stay on top of your game as a CFO in such a regulated sector. ICICI Bank Limited is a large Indian multinational private sector bank and financial services company headquartered in Mumbai, India. It provides a wide range of banking and...

Philip Watson - Payscale: The Importance of Using Data Correctly 07.12.2025

In this episode of The Modern CFO Show I sit down with Philip Watson the CFO from Payscale. Payscale is a compensation software and data company that provides real-time salary data, analytics, and tools for both employers and employees, helping companies set fair pay and allowing individuals to understand their market value, ultimately creating transparency in the job market by connecting compensa...

Amanda Matthews - PartsBase Inc: How to Excel as a Non Traditional CFO 03.11.2025

In this episode of The Modern CFO Show I sit down with Amanda Matthews from PartsBase. PartsBase Inc. is a technology company that operates the world's largest online marketplace and community for aviation, aerospace, and defence parts and services. In the episode we will be discussing: How leadership roles can be accessible without a traditional career path What studying an MBA provided as a...

Joseph Voss - L2 Aviation: The CFO Role From an Aviation Leader 26.08.2025

In this episode I sit down with Joseph Voss from L2 Aviation and The CFO Centre to discuss the lessons learned from his years in aviation finance and working with stakeholders

Philip Kean - Lane Gate Advisory: The Importance of Treasury as a CFO 18.08.2025

In this episode I sit down with Philip Kean from Lane Gate advisory where we talk about the importance of treasury for both start-ups and established businesses alike. We cover topics such as: Interest Rate Optimisation FX Cash Management Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7193350243613057024/?displayConfirmation=true

Neil Shah: Financial Strategy in the Non-profit World 28.07.2025

In this episode I sit down with Neil Shah from Altruva AI and CFO in the non-profit space to discuss non profit strategy, and also how AI can re-shape finance teams in 2025

Heena Agrawala - Whalar Group: Dominating New Industries 10.07.2025

In this episode I sit down with Heena Agrawala from Whalar. Whalar is the world's leading, fiercely independent Creator and social agency. https://www.whalar.com/

Jennifer Hunter - Agility Robotics: Growing a Robotics Powerhouse 08.06.2025

In this episode I sit down with Jennifer Hunter from Agility Robotics to discuss the Robotics revolution and the challenges of being a CFO in a niche and growing industry.

Jeff Cassidy: The CFO Shaping Education 11.05.2025

In this episode I sit down with Jeff Cassidy from Prodigy Education to discuss all things finance in 2025.

Srikant Sharma: Navigating Start-ups and Established Brands 30.03.2025

In this episode I sit down with Srikant Sharma former CFO of Hamleys Toy Store who shares his experience in the contrast of working with a start-up and a well established brand

Kathie Jones: The Importance of Leadership as a CFO 24.02.2025

In This Episode of the Modern CFO Show I sit down with Kathie Jones from Eptura as we discuss the importance of Leadership in the CFO role: - How to Align staff to one goal and feel valued? - The importance of Mentorship - Scaling a business from 1M-10M efficiently as possible. Like and follow more CFO content!

Tom Shultz: So You Want To Be A Fractional CFO 09.02.2025

In this episode I sit down with Tom Shultz - author of the book: So You Want to Become A Fractional CFO, and CFO at NextGen where we discuss all things fractional work and how to get started.

Vanessa Galarneau: Maximising Your FP&A Process 12.10.2024

In this episode I sit down with Vanessa Galarneau of Pluvo to discuss all things FP&A, ERPS and how she managed being a Founder and CFO

Hayat Amin: The Benefits of Becoming a Fractional CFO 17.09.2024

In this episode I sit down with Hayat Amin on how you can transition to become a fractional CFO

Janelle Gorman: The CFO Guide For Fast Growing Companies 20.08.2024

In this episode I sit down with Janelle Gorman from York.ie for her to share her expert advice on how to excel in a fast growing company

Zac Makin: How to be Adaptable as a CFO 25.07.2024

In this episode I sit down with Zac Makin the CFO of eLuma and former Director of finance for NBA team the Utah Jazz to discuss how you can be adaptable as a CFO. Conquering new industries and communicating with with other senior leaders.

Henry Hu: Using AI To Your Advantage 06.05.2024

In this episode Zak Prendergast sit's down with Henry Hu from - Anytime AI to explore how you can be using AI to your advantage, and what happens if we don't adopt now.

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