Leadership: Page 13


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    Former Visa CFO joins blockchain firm advisory board amid Trump crypto push

    The appointment brings a veteran of a major credit card network player to the company’s board at a time when cryptocurrency firms are looking to establish higher trust and credibility.

    By Jan. 23, 2025
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    CFOs project 7.3% jump in wages, salaries, Deloitte survey finds

    The bullish pay projections come as finance chiefs’ confidence in economic and business conditions soared to a 10-quarter high.

    By Jan. 22, 2025
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    Navigating risk in turbulent times

    CFOs must help their organizations mitigate risks by balancing the need for both growth and stability. 

    By CFO Dive staff
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    Evolving tech talent woes call for new ‘cultural’ playbook

    As tech CFOs confront leaner budgets and AI’s impact, creating a strong culture can be a key talent retention tool, Grant Thornton’s Andrea Schulz said.

    By Jan. 22, 2025
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    Birkenstock brings on a new CFO as it pushes DTC strategy

    Ivica Krolo will replace Erik Massmann, who helped guide the footwear brand through its initial public offering a little over a year ago.

    By Daphne Howland • Jan. 22, 2025
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    Trump orders US out of global tax deal

    Former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen was a driving force behind talks led by the OECD that resulted in more than 130 countries agreeing to implement global tax rules in 2021.

    By Updated Jan. 22, 2025
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    Trump taps crypto-friendly Mark Uyeda as acting SEC chair

    The appointment likely signals a loosening of the SEC’s cyrptocurrency policy during the second Trump presidency.  

    By Jan. 21, 2025
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    Trump rescinds Biden-era AI executive order

    The move, which fulfills a Trump campaign pledge, potentially signals a less restrictive AI policy under his administration.

    By Jan. 21, 2025
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    6 big AI agent rollouts that impact finance teams

    Microsoft and SAP are among software giants that have begun rolling out AI agents, with further innovations expected in the year ahead.

    By Jan. 21, 2025
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    SCOTUS rejects higher standard for overtime exemptions

    The ruling is a “win” for businesses and “sets a consistent national standard under the Fair Labor Standards Act,” attorneys at Fisher Phillips wrote.

    By Caroline Colvin • Jan. 17, 2025
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    SEC general counsel, chief economist latest to follow Gensler to exit

    The agency’s chief of staff and director of policy are among other leaders who have announced their departures just days ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration.  

    By Jan. 17, 2025
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    Mattel launches hunt to replace retiring CFO

    The El Segundo, California-based toy maker said it has increased “efficiencies” with over $400 million in cost savings during CFO Anthony DiSilvestro’s tenure.

    By Jan. 17, 2025
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    SEC hits ex-pharma CFO with sanction over fraud charges

    The former finance chief is barred under a commission order from serving as an officer of a public company or practicing before the SEC as an accountant.

    By Jan. 16, 2025
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    Former Silvergate CFO asks SEC to dismiss ongoing accounting claims

    The ex-CFO of the now-defunct bank, which filed for bankruptcy following the FTX collapse, is arguing he had no “personal financial motive” for deceiving investors.

    By Jan. 16, 2025
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    New Mark43 CFO stresses importance of ‘measured’ AI deployment

    Given the sensitive information at play in the public safety space, a measured approach to implementing generative AI technologies here is crucial, Mark43 CFO Chris Merwin said.  

    By Jan. 15, 2025
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    Microsoft introduces pay-as-you-go Copilot plan

    The technology provider said the offering serves as an “on-ramp” for organizations looking to deploy agentic AI. 

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • Jan. 15, 2025
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    World Economic Forum spotlights growing gap in cyber readiness

    Ransomware remains the top cyber risk concern among executives, but CISOs are almost twice as likely as CEOs to make that determination.

    By Matt Kapko • Jan. 15, 2025
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    SEC’s chief accountant follows Gensler to exit

    During his tenure at the SEC, Paul Munter didn’t pull any punches when it came to sounding the alarm about controversial accounting issues that concerned him.

    By Jan. 14, 2025
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    Corporate chiefs aim for ‘sweet spot’ in GenAI spending

    Only 2% of C-suite leaders plan to invest $250 million or more in the technology this year, KPMG found.

    By Jan. 14, 2025
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    AI could drive new record growth in big tech’s capex this year: UBS

    The tech giants are also expected to make progress in narrowing the gap between their AI spending and revenue levels.

    By Jan. 14, 2025
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    Ubisoft CFO, CEO skirt questions on potential Tencent sale

    Leadership was guarded regarding questions of a possible buyout, rumors of which follow after shares of the Assassin’s Creed owner fell to 10-year lows last year.

    By Jan. 13, 2025
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    Intuit CFO warns against isolationism, defends H-1B visas

    CFO Sandeep Aujla asserts that the H-1B visa program — which has recently sparked controversy — is key because it gives companies access to global talent.

    By Jan. 13, 2025
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    Coca-Cola Consolidated CFO to retire; CAO to succeed

    The CFO swap comes as the largest U.S. bottler of Coke products continues with its bid to boost profitability, reporting $698 million in gross profit for its most recent quarter.

    By Jan. 10, 2025
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    Corporate hiring saw ‘more modest’ growth in December: ADP

    Hiring growth slowed last month as CFOs continue to pay close attention to the labor market while crafting their 2025 business strategies.

    By Jan. 9, 2025
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    Ohio gov signs alternative CPA licensure pathway bill into law

    The move puts the Buckeye state at the forefront of the recent drive to address the talent shortage by widening on-ramps into the accounting profession. 

    By Jan. 9, 2025
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    Cyberattacks, tech disruption ranked as top threats to business growth

    Forty percent of executives view data breaches and leaks as the most financially burdensome man-made threats, a Chubb study found.

    By Jan. 8, 2025