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Glossier brings on new CFO, chief commercial officer
Incoming CFO Seun Sodipo's background in M&A and public markets may signal the direct-to-consumer cosmetics company hopes to buy up other brands — or is eyeing its own exit.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 2, 2021 -
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Uncertain times turn spotlight on corporate treasurers
As with CFOs, these behind-the-scenes executives are stepping up strategically to help their organizations navigate volatility.
By Meghan Birmingham Leader • Oct. 26, 2021 -
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TrendlineCFO best practices in the evolving generative AI era
As the initial frenzy around the launch of generative artificial intelligence subsides, a new GenAI era appears to be taking shape.
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Mentoring called key despite remote work, #MeToo concerns
If structured right, the relationship is rewarding and even indispensable for both sides, specialists say.
By Ted Knutson • Oct. 25, 2021 -
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Grooming a successor? Maybe a team approach is best
No succession plan impacts just one person; ensure you make a place for everyone whose job will be affected.
By Ted Knutson • Oct. 22, 2021 -
Tailored Brands hires Neiman Marcus vet for CFO spot
Brandy Richardson, former financial chief for the luxury department store, joins another company trying to move on from a bankruptcy last year.
By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 20, 2021 -
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Express CFO exits
COO Matthew Moellering, who once served as the retailer's interim CEO, will become the acting chief financial officer following Perry Pericleous' departure.
By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 20, 2021 -
Capital raise helped Iterable CFO see functions needing a boost
The customer engagement company had data but not the system to give leaders everything they needed from it, said Will Johnson.
By Robert Freedman • Oct. 20, 2021 -
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CFO has tall order as he joins troubled truckmaker
Adam Kroll must help Lordstown Motors build trust after the electric-vehicle startup allegedly gave misleading information about the demand for its first product.
By Robert Freedman • Oct. 14, 2021 -
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OpinionInvestment narrative should be high on CFO to-do list as company goes public
Sophisticated investors won't wait around for a newly public company to build the communication discipline needed to thrive while operating in the spotlight.
By Jeff Majtyka • Oct. 14, 2021 -
CFOs and the maturing SaaS space
Finance leaders must think through the implications of changing pricing models, high investor interest and robust capitalization options, specialists say.
Oct. 8, 2021 -
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The enduring significance of the strategic partner CFO
Now more than ever, McKinsey's new global survey finds, finance leaders using their unique position and capabilities is key for driving the company forward.
By Jane Thier • Oct. 8, 2021 -
Data helped CircleCI CFO make switch from subscription to usage pricing
Chitra Balasubramanian’s background interpreting data patterns helped her forecast the impact a new model would have on the software company.
By Robert Freedman • Oct. 7, 2021 -
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Report: CFOs make one-third of CEO pay
The survey was conducted by Compensation Advisory Partners. Last year, a BDO survey found CFOs make 42% as much as CEOs.
By Jane Thier • Oct. 4, 2021 -
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Voice AI startup turns to HP, Nike vet to lead finance
Nitesh Sharan managed functions through the financial crisis and the pandemic. At SoundHound, he’s hoping to help steer a pioneer that could make the keyboard obsolete.
By Robert Freedman • Oct. 4, 2021 -
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Adobe gets new CFO as it manages 22% revenue growth
Dan Durn, who is set to start on Oct. 18, has served as finance chief of three semiconductor manufacturing companies, and began his career as a lieutenant in the US Navy.
By Jane Thier • Oct. 1, 2021 -
As it opens more brick-and-mortar stores, Ross hires new CFO
Adam Orvos, the discount retailer's supply chain president, takes over finance as Travis Marquette, his predecessor, fills the COO role at Burlington Coat Factory.
By Jane Thier • Sept. 30, 2021 -
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Movie theater advertiser looks to new CFO following rocky quarters
Following news of Ronnie Ng’s hire, National CineMedia’s shares jumped by more than 11% on Monday, after a quarter with a 72% revenue drop.
By Jane Thier • Sept. 28, 2021 -
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As CEOs push for office returns, CFOs don't mind staying put
While many CEOs, most notably those in banking, push for a return to the office, most CFOs have found that finance-related tasks get done just as well from home.
By Jane Thier • Sept. 27, 2021 -
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AB InBev CFO: 'You can't hide when a pandemic hits'
“The whole debate over finance and ESG, that you either choose one of the other, is a false dilemma. They go hand in hand,” Fernando Tennenbaum said.
By Jane Thier • Sept. 24, 2021 -
CFOs might be at greater risk of problem gambling
Few companies have employee gambling policies but putting one in place could help head off trouble, specialists say.
By Ted Knutson • Sept. 24, 2021 -
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On IPO day for India's first unicorn, CFO credits operational readiness
“Our next goal is to get to a billion dollars in revenue,” Tyler Sloat, CFO of Freshworks, told CFO Dive on the SaaS company’s listing day.
By Jane Thier • Sept. 22, 2021 -
Rise in non-financial disclosures gives CFOs a chance to shine
As organizations pack their reports with more information, the workload is increasing but so is the opportunity to tell a compelling story.
By Ted Knutson • Sept. 22, 2021 -
Business failure helped Chime CFO build resilience
Having a business that didn’t succeed past its venture stage gave Matt Newcomb a big-picture view that informs his strategic mindset at the fast-growing fintech.
By Robert Freedman • Sept. 15, 2021 -
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DailyPay CFO on the burgeoning trend of on-demand pay
Allowing employees to withdraw money between pay periods increases their job satisfaction, which leads to higher company growth and valuation, Scot Parnell says.
By Jane Thier • Sept. 14, 2021 -
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Workiva CFO on making choices to drive top-line growth
Making the investments that lead to long-term success requires trade-offs that Jill Klindt didn't fully appreciate during her years in accounting-focused roles.
By Robert Freedman • Sept. 10, 2021
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