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    Finance tech guru dishes on ChatGPT

    While the technology holds promise, concerns over the privacy risks are justified for now, finance tech expert Glenn Hopper says.

    By March 13, 2023
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    DocuSign makes surprise CFO transition announcement

    Cynthia Gaylor is stepping down from her role as CFO as the company handles the aftermath of two rounds of layoffs and leadership team expansion.

    By March 13, 2023
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    CFOs step up as companies look for strategic guidance

    The value finance leaders bring to operations is varied but they share a forward-looking vision.   

    By CFO Dive staff
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    4 keys to automation roadmapping

    Finance tech projects undertaken without a good roadmap could be headed for failure, according to Gartner analyst Nisha Bhandare.

    By March 13, 2023
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    CEOs ranked as top drivers of CFO retention

    The quality of the CEO-CFO relationship trumps other factors for finance chiefs when it comes to deciding whether to stick with an organization, according to a survey.

    By March 10, 2023
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    Meta to slim teams, lean on AI in year of efficiency, CFO says

    Meta will be reevaluating its teams and projects, while also aiming to invest in key areas like AI and automation to drive its year of efficiency, CFO Susan Li said.

    By March 10, 2023
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    Allbirds replaces CFO with ex-Adidas exec

    The Silicon Valley favorite sneaker brand is the second direct-to-consumer brand this week to report disappointing earnings and a CFO transition.

    By March 10, 2023
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    Regulators take over Silicon Valley Bank

    The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation closed the embattled bank and appointed the FDIC as receiver, regulators said Friday.

    By Anna Hrushka • March 10, 2023
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    Walmart bets on digital retail future, CFO says

    The retail giant is focusing on in-store technology and logistics improvements and positioning stores as distribution points for online shopping.

    By March 9, 2023
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    CFO base pay raises outpace CEOs’

    Finance chiefs edged out top executives for salary increases on average, though CEOs saw higher gains in total compensation.

    By March 9, 2023
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    Allstate focused on profitability first, growth second

    CFO Jess Merten outlined the company’s strategy as its largest competitors take an opposite approach.

    By March 9, 2023
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    PayPal CFO hits the exit

    PayPal CFO Blake Jorgensen, who has been on a medical leave since September, left his role Tuesday.

    By Lynne Marek • March 8, 2023
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    CrowdStrike revenue soars amid high cyber demand

    The cybersecurity company reported record financial results in spite of macroeconomic headwinds.

    By March 8, 2023
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    Stitch Fix CFO to exit as declines persist

    Dan Jedda, who came from Amazon about two years ago, in May will become chief financial officer at Roku, as the box e-retailer continues its CEO search.

    By Daphne Howland • March 8, 2023
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    Expedia alum takes Sonder CFO seat

    The hospitality platform announced a new finance chief as it looks to reach positive quarterly cash flow in 2023 while facing a murky economic environment.  

    By March 7, 2023
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    Scotts still targeting cannabis sector, CFO says

    The over 150-year-old company — better known for its lawn and garden products — has become one of the biggest players in the emerging cannabis market.

    By March 7, 2023
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    Bank, finance leaders brace for rate volatility

    The majority of leaders at financial institutions say interest rates will drive business model guidance this year but few are leveraging financial data to support these changes.

    By March 7, 2023
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    Paymentus picks ex-TiVo exec for CFO

    The electronic billing and payment company’s CFO hire comes less than a month after it handed a change in control and severance agreement to its then interim CFO.

    By March 6, 2023
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    Generative AI a ‘game-changer’ but businesses are worried about the ethics

    Most executives plan to prioritize generative AI over the next year and a half, Salesforce research shows.

    By Roberto Torres • March 6, 2023
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    Software firm Ramp closes $5M seed round

    The funding will help with hiring additional staff and onboarding new clients, the company’s CEO told CFO Dive.

    By March 6, 2023
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    Sallie Mae CFO enters retention plan

    The private student loan provider is on the hunt for a new CFO as the Biden administration’s forgiveness program is on hold.

    By March 6, 2023
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    CFO takeaways from Biden cyber plan

    The Biden administration’s new 35-page report, released last week, calls for increased regulation and warns that some U.S. companies are not doing enough to respond to escalating cyber threats.

    By March 6, 2023
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    Pay plan rejections hit record high

    Last year the rejections of Russell 3000 Index companies’ pay packages hit the highest annual level since the non-binding say-on-pay votes became mandatory in 2011.

    By March 3, 2023
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    Verizon CFO set to exit amid reshuffling

    The coming departure and replacement of the telecom company’s CFO is one part of a broader reshuffling within its leadership ranks.

    By March 3, 2023
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    Dell taps insider for CFO, issues cautious 2023 outlook

    Dell’s corporate controller will take the CFO reins as the company faces waning PC demand and other economic headwinds.

    By March 3, 2023
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    Auto insurer Root fires CFO

    The Columbus, Ohio-based insurer Root, which has a history of net losses, partnered with online used-car retailer Carvana in 2021. 

    By March 2, 2023