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Women's U.S. board seat gains are middle of the pack globally
“Anecdotally, what we understand from most boards that we work with is that their first preference is a sitting or former CEO and the second preference is a sitting or former CFO,” said Dan Konigsburg of Deloitte.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Feb. 11, 2022 -
Few companies tie CFO compensation to ESG performance
The disconnect between pay and how well companies meet environmental, social and governance goals could lead to perceptions of ‘purpose-washing,’ Deloitte says.
By Robert Freedman • Feb. 9, 2022 -
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Tarifff headwinds along with the accounting talent shortage and the promises and traps of generative AI, are among the top issues CFOs are grappling with this year.
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Hertz taps former Goldman exec as CFO-to-CEO path continues to widen
The increasingly operational and strategic roles that CFOs have taken on in recent years better equip them to become CEOs, according to Josh Crist of Crist|Kolder Associates.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Feb. 7, 2022 -
Solo Brands CFO to depart
Sam Simmons saw the company through its initial public offering last year, one of many IPOs among DTC brands.
By Daphne Howland • Feb. 7, 2022 -
Sprinkles' new CFO to guide cupcake maker's growth, navigate inflation
Like many companies facing rising input costs, Sprinkles recently raised prices, bringing the average cost of one of its cupcakes to $4.50.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Feb. 4, 2022 -
More states step up to guide LIBOR transition, provide stopgap solution
States are recognizing that they may not be able to wait for a federal solution.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Feb. 3, 2022 -
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DE&I gains in private equity firms despite being rare deal-breaker – EY
Private equity firms are feeling some pressure from limited partners to pursue diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, according to Kyle Burrell of EY.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Feb. 2, 2022 -
Long-term investor frees new Fender CFO to think bigger than exit
Servco Pacific allows Fender to consider strategic opportunities that private equity would typically shy away from, according to Matt Janopaul.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 28, 2022 -
C-suite sees war for talent topping risks in 'expensive' 2022: PwC
Executives will face rising travel costs this year as the pandemic evolves into an endemic, according to Tim Ryan of PwC.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 27, 2022 -
NEXT Insurance CFO aims to focus growth, spending
“The old question that never gets old is, ‘how do you balance growth and profitability?’” Teodora Gouneva said.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 26, 2022 -
Kraft Heinz looks inside to tap new CFO Andre Maciel
Maciel has the type of cultural profile that 3G Capital likes and the skill set they love, according to Josh Crist, co-managing partner at Crist | Kolder Associates.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 25, 2022 -
Dawn of post-LIBOR era brings SOFR, operational challenges to CFOs
More work needs to be done to assure a seamless transition "when the switch is actually thrown in the middle of next year," Deloitte's Alexey Surkov said.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 21, 2022 -
C-suites see record high female CEO, CFOs, rise in black CFOs: Crist|Kolder
Despite diversity gains, whites and men still hold nearly 90% of CEO, CFO and COO positions, the survey found.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 20, 2022 -
CarParts.com CFO loads up inventory as just-in-time delivery loses favor
In this environment, companies that have what customers want, when they want it, are the ones coming out on top, CFO David Meniane says, but he predicts the pendulum swinging back in 2023.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 19, 2022 -
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Divestitures – the ace of a tool up a CFO's arm to survive and thrive in crises
The crisis of the pandemic has surely left companies across sectors with unprecedented challenges in the face of a tepid economic situation. In such a scenario, finance leaders are uniquely positioned to lead the path to recovery for companies by instilling a cash culture across the organization ...
By Lalitha Narni, Senior Domain Principal & Raman Deep Kedia, Domain Principal, Infosys BPM • Jan. 18, 2022 -
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Conductor's first female CFO pushes her own boundaries to join former WeWork company
A self-described risk-averse person by nature, Conductor's Sherri Moyen says she's been inspired by Sheryl Sandberg and others to choose risk over comfort.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 14, 2022 -
Opinion
Easing the transition from private to public company
Finance organizations can prepare by understanding what happens after the IPO.
By Pat Voll and Maureen Ryan • Jan. 11, 2022 -
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Annovis Bio CFO looks to shelf registration, big pharma for capital runway
While investor enthusiasm for the Alzheimer's treatment space has flip-flopped, CFO Jeffrey McGroarty has shored up a capital lifeline through a shelf registration.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 7, 2022 -
Growth opportunities are key as Uniphore CFO competes for talent
One of the startup’s biggest stumbling blocks to expansion is filling its ranks as recruits leverage their strength, Stephane Berthier says.
By Robert Freedman • Jan. 5, 2022 -
Deep Dive
5 CFO trends to watch in 2022
Against a backdrop of rising costs, finance leaders will be navigating a number of strategic considerations, including the need for talent and the right tax strategy.
By Robert Freedman and Jim Tyson • Jan. 4, 2022 -
CFOs can expect board and audit committee focus on ESG, tech issues
Issues gaining steam in 2021 will be front and center in 2022, putting CFOs in the spotlight as organization leaders try to stay ahead of trends, say governance specialists.
By Ted Knutson • Dec. 23, 2021 -
CFO turnover rises, driven by robust IPO market
The higher CFO churn rate, and the rise of more women to the role, underscores the value of succession planning, Russell Reynolds said.
By Jim Tyson • Dec. 8, 2021 -
Sponsored by Protiviti
Elevating ESG and Human Capital Reporting to the next level
ESG and Human Capital Reporting are top priorities for CFOs to address
Dec. 6, 2021 -
UBS poaches next CFO from JPMorgan Chase
Sarah Youngwood, JPMorgan's CFO of consumer and community banking since 2016, will join the Swiss bank's executive board in March.
By Dan Ennis • Dec. 1, 2021 -
Walmart's CFO to leave the company after 22 years
Brett Biggs officially departs on Jan. 31, 2023. As part of the transition, he will remain a board member of the retailer's fintech startup.
By Maria Monteros • Nov. 29, 2021