Voices of CFMA

On May's episode of Voices of CFMA, Caryl Coronis, CCIFP , CFO at MC2 Civil and CFMA's 2024-25 Chair, sits down to discuss how she got started with CFMA, why it's important to track metrics, what she does to unwind, and, if she had to choose, whether she would choose Beyoncé or Taylor Swift. Links to Check Out Heavy Equipment Comparator CFMA's 2024 Annual Conference & Exhibition CFMA   Music C...

On April's episode of Voices of CFMA, Eric Pratt III , from Trimble Viewpoint , sits down to discuss how he got started in the industry, what he does to wind down, and advice that he holds close to his heart as well as what he would tell someone starting out in their career.    Music Credit Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first License: htt...

With it being Women in Construction Week (March 3-9, 2024), there's no better time to talk to Ry Bostrom & Kayti Bjorklund-Strandlund of DW Companies . These two Repurposed Educators are attempting to reshape the landscape, and they sit down to expand on their article " Transforming Culture: Doing Dirt Work Better to Build a Positive Culture in Construction " from the January/February 2024 iss...

In February's episode of Voices of CFMA, Bruce Orr , the Founder, CEO, and Chief Data Scientist of ProNovos  touches upon his journey to a leader in the construction industry. Along with his guest Sam Smith, Jr., the two reflect on society, growing up, and life. Join us as we discuss these topics, the power of empathy, and why change needs to start at the top. Links to check out CFMA DEI+ Racism i...

On the first episode of 2024, Billy Robinson, CPA, CCIFP , discusses what brought him to CFMA, advice he's received and gives, what he does to relax (when he even can relax), the benefits of earning his CCIFP designation, and what he'll be up to at CFMA's 2024 Annual Conference & Exhibition.    Links to check out CFMA's 2024 Annual Conference & Exhibition Become a CCIFP 12+ Membership Prom...

December's episode of Voices of CFMA features Rhett Ennis , Managing Director at CBIZ, as he discusses all of the amazing benefits that CFMA offers, what brought him to CFMA, the best advice he's received, and what he thinks about CFMA's Annual Conference & Exhibition.    Links to check out 12+ Membership Promotion CFMA's 2024 Annual Conference & Exhibition CFMA's Committees Peer Groups Co...

November's episode of Voices of CFMA features Andrea Castle , Managing Partner at Crowe, as she discusses what brought her to CFMA, the best advice she's received, and what she thinks is the greatest benefit of joining CFMA. There may even be some Thanksgiving food talk. If you're thinking about joining CFMA, there's no better time than during our 12+ Membership promotion !   Links to check out ES...

October's episode of Voices of CFMA features Nicolle Taylor-Sheafor , CFO of Hardman Construction and Vice President of CFMA's Western Michigan Chapter. Join us to find out what Nicolle does to relax, what brought her to CFMA, the best advice she's received, and what she thinks is the greatest benefit of joining CFMA. If you're thinking about joining, there's no better time than during our 12+ Mem...

For Suicide Prevention Month, September's episode of Voices of CFMA features Brad Anderson of IMA as he talks about how he got started with CFMA, what more he feels companies can do support their employees' mental health, and what he does to relax.   Links to check out Suicide Prevention Month Mental Health, Addiction, Alcoholism & Suicide – I Need a Job! The Leaning Tower of Dallas Constructi...

On the August episode of Voices of CFMA, Samantha Lake, formerly of CFMA HQ, talks about her new role as COO at ProNovos, looks back at her time at CFMA, and discusses some advice she has for the construction industry.   Links to check out CFMA's DEI+ Construction Financial Management Association Music Credit Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless...

On July's episode of Voices of CFMA, Jamie Montague talks about how she got started in the industry, her experience receiving CFMA's Challenge Coin, why she thinks you should volunteer your time, and some great advice she has received over the years.   Links to check out CFMA's Challenge Coin CFMA Announces Its 2023 Rising Stars Construction Financial Management Association Music Credit Fearless F...

On June's episode of Voices of CFMA, Janeen Butler talks about how she got started in the industry, her work with various CFMA committees including DEI+, and she also reveals one fact about her you might not expect.   Links to check out Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at CFMA Construction Financial Management Association Music Credit Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.film...

On May's episode of Voices of CFMA, Dorothy Novak talks about how she got involved in CFMA, how she started in the industry, how she relaxes, and why she got involved in the Suicide Prevention Committee.   Links to check out Shayne Dinkle – A Survivor’s Story Construction Financial Management Association Music Credit Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-...

On April's episode of Voices of CFMA, Shawn Erickson, CFO of C.J. Erickson Plumbing Co., talks about how volunteering with CFMA has helped her both professionally and personally, her experience in the industry, and what she gets up to when she's not working.   Links to check out Shawn Erickson on Chat with the Chair Volunteer Opportunities at CFMA Construction Financial Management Association Musi...

On this episode of Voices of CFMA Podcast, Lindsey Benson talks about her role at CBIZ MHM, what it's like to be a woman in construction, advice, and movies.   Links to check out Lindsey's Meet the Member Profile Women in Construction Week CFMA’s Announces Its First-Ever 40 Under 40 Class Construction Financial Management Association Music Credit Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incom...

On this episode of Voices of CFMA, Chevonne Bacon shares her journey into the world of accounting, how she got involved with CFMA, why diversity is important, and great advice she’s received along the way! Don't forget to check out Chevonne on our People of CFMA Instagram page as well. Links to check out CFMA & DEI+ People of CFMA: Chevonne Bacon Construction Financial Management Association M...

On this episode, join Bryce McDermott, CFO of Branco Enterprises and a founding member CFMA's Ozarks Chapter, as he talks about how he got started in the industry, what led him to CFMA, how he founded the Ozarks chapter, and some of the best advice he's been given along his journey.  Links to check out Construction Financial Management Association Music Credit Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

Cheryl Nagel is CFO of Pacific Northern Environmental, Past President of CFMA's Puget Sound Chapter, and recently authored an article on CFMA's Content Hub. On this episode, Cheryl shares how she got started in the industry, what brought her to CFMA, the many benefits of CFMA Peer Groups, and advice she has for people who are new to the industry.    Links to check out CFMA Peer Group applications...

Jason Lovett is Chapter President of CFMA's Knoxville Chapter and is passionate about growing as a leader. On this episode, Jason shares how he made the leap from working in assisted living to risk management, how he got involved with CFMA, why diversity is important, and advice he has for people who are new to the industry.    Links to check out CFMA's Chapters Construction Financial Management A...

Join Francisco Enriquez, the co-founder of Adaptive , as he talks about how he got started in the industry, his view on how technology and construction are both progressing, and his favorite part of CFMA.

Tori is Controller and Treasurer at Design Electric, an electrical contractor serving the Central and Western Virginia area. She is also Vice President of CFMA’s Blue Ridge Chapter and our second subject for CFMA’s new Instagram project “People of CFMA.” Links to check out CCIFP Month People of CFMA - CFMA on Instagram Music Credit Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusi...

Ben is Vice President & Senior Risk Advisor at Huntington Insurance and has 16 years experience with clients in the Construction Industry, Industrial Space, Commercial Insurance, Workers' Comp, and Risk Management. He is also a member of both the Metro Detroit and Northwest Ohio chapters of CFMA. Ben is also our inaugural subject for People of CFMA on Instagram. Please follow People of CFMA at...

Mia is the Senior Manager for Client Advocacy at Briq, a construction software company headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, and is responsible for client VIP programs, client advocacy and satisfaction, planning and executing client appreciation events and the Client Advisory Board, which is currently being developed. Mia is a member of CFMA, and is a participant on the DEI Communications su...

Stephanie Magenau is an active member of CFMA and is passionate about growing as a leader and helping pass her knowledge down to future leaders. Listen to how she shares about getting involved in the construction industry, how to get involved in Emerging Leaders, and what advice Stephanie shares with our listeners.    Links to check out CFMA's Emerging Leaders Construction Financial Management Ass...

April 1 marks the beginning of the new year at CFMA, so this month's conversation is with the 2022-23 Chairman Tom Borgia. He shares his journey to the industry, career advice, and plans for his year leading the association.    Links to Check Out:  The rest of the CFMA Team – https://cfma.org/team Our new Strategic Plan – https://cfma.org/aboutus   CFMA's Annual Conference & Exhibition – http:...