Looking to build an efficient accounting team so you can focus on strategy and business growth? As the role of the CFO changes to include long-term performance-...
Why CFOs are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley, CFO at Teradata
In this episode of CFO Weekly, Claire Bramley, Chief Financial Officer at Teradata, joins Megan Weis to discuss the modern CFO, how technology and AI are reshaping the CFO's responsibility, and defining what a successful executive looks like. Claire also dives into career growth, leadership strategies, and the underestimated power of storytelling in finance.
With a vast background in corporate finance and technology, Claire brings over two decades of experience, including significant tenure at HP, where she served as Global Controller and led finance strategy for their $17 billion EMEA business. Claire's expertise spans financial controls, strategic planning, and digital transformation, particularly in leveraging AI and analytics for business growth.
In this episode, we discuss:
The evolution of the CFO role beyond traditional financial operations
How Teradata implements rotation programs and cross-functional collaboration to develop talent
The impact of AI and analytics on financial decision-making
How modern CFOs balance traditional responsibilities with expanding strategic duties
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Rethinking Leadership: Ditch Tradition & Drive Impact with Rick Yvanovich
In this episode of CFO Weekly, Rick Yvanovich, CEO & Founder of TRG International, explores why traditional leadership is failing—and how emotionally intelligent, purpose-driven leadership is the future. He shares decades of insights on how businesses can adapt and thrive in an era of constant change.
Rick is a Certified Chief Master Coach, serial entrepreneur, and the author of Business as Unusual. With over 40 years of leadership experience spanning multiple industries, he helps organizations unlock their potential through smarter leadership and cultural transformation.
In this episode, we discuss:
The transformative role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership and strategic decision-making
The reasons traditional business models are struggling and how organizations can adapt to thrive
Key strategies for CFOs to maintain relevance and drive value in an era of digital transformation
Why hiring for attitude and potential is more impactful than focusing solely on technical skills
The essential elements of building a high-performance, purpose-driven company that fosters growth and innovation
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Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington, Global CFO of Baker McKenzie
In this episode of CFO Weekly, William Washington, Global CFO of Baker McKenzie, joins Megan Weis to share his experiences regarding financial leadership, process improvement, operational efficiency, and many more. William also dives into the Six Sigma methodologies in financial operations and preparing finance teams for the AI revolution.
As a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with an MBA and Master's in Law Firm Management, William combines deep financial understanding with operational excellence principles to drive organizational success. His career spans prominent roles at global organizations, including Accenture and Fannie Mae, before finding his true calling in legal finance leadership.
In this episode, we discuss:
How the Six Sigma methodologies transform financial operations and process improvement
The unique challenges of financial leadership in law firms
The importance of authentic leadership and creating a culture where "trying is not a failure"
What impact does AI have on financial operations
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The Digital Banking Revolution with Alex Jimenez, Lead Principal Consultant at Backbase
In this episode of CFO Weekly, Alex Jimenez, Lead Principal Consultant at Backbase, joins Megan Weis to break down why traditional digital transformation approaches need rethinking, what digital transformation really means for banks, and why we should drop the word "digital" altogether.
Alex brings over 36 years of financial services expertise to the intersection of banking and technology transformation. As a respected thought leader in digital banking innovation, he has held strategic positions across major institutions including Bank of America and Zions Bank Corporation, and served as Chief Strategy Officer at both Extractable and Finalytics AI.
Alex's distinguished career spans roles in strategic planning, digital banking, operations, and customer experience, complemented by his influential work as chairman of the Consumer Bankers Association's Digital Channel Committee and founding member of the American Bankers Association's fintech committee.
In this episode, we discuss:
Why digital transformation should be viewed as a business model transformation rather than just a technology upgrade
How C-suite alignment and CEO commitment are essential for meaningful organizational change
What is progressive modernization
The impact of AI and machine learning on banking's future
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What CFOs Need to Know for 2025 with Jim Benson, CFO at Dynatrace
In this episode of CFO Weekly, Jim Benson, Chief Financial Officer at Dynatrace, joins Megan Weis to share insights about modernizing the finance function, developing succession strategies, and what CFOs should focus on as we enter 2025.
Jim brings over three decades of leadership experience in market-leading technology companies. Before joining Dynatrace, he served as Executive Vice President and CFO at Akamai Technologies and spent over 20 years in various leadership roles at Hewlett Packard.
In this episode, we discuss:
The evolution of the CFO role from traditional financial steward to strategic business partner
What are the critical components of modernizing finance functions
How CFOs can leverage data analytics and storytelling to drive better decision-making
CFO's expanding role in driving company-wide alignment and growth
Looking to build an efficient accounting team so you can focus on strategy and business growth? As the role of the CFO changes to include long-term performance-driver, all-knowing technology expert and full-company strategic guide, more and more accounting leaders are left overwhelmed. Join us as we talk to CFOs, Controllers and other industry veterans who share their expertise on how to streamline accounting processes, create established efficiency and move to a data-driven model, allowing you to tackle what matters.
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