CFO THOUGHT LEADER

🔑 The Perks of Being a Proactive Leader In our conversation with CFO David Eckstein of Vanta, he explains how shifting finance from reactive firefighting to strategic enablement is key to success. "It’s about building trust—so leaders come to finance not as a gatekeeper, but as a strategic partner." 🎧 Explore his insights on redefining finance leadership: Listen to CFO THOUGHT LEADER episode #1046 https://lnkd.in/equ5BqH4

In our conversation with David Eckstein, CFO of Vanta, he emphasized the importance of breaking down silos between finance and sales—and among all leadership teams. "At my last company, we brought all C-levels to the sales QBR... Salespeople covet insights from finance and engineering, and it’s critical to make that full round trip." 💼 Learn how cross-functional collaboration can be a game-changer. https://lnkd.in/equ5BqH4

🚀 "Scaling smart is all about balancing growth with financial discipline." CFO Brian Hogeland shares how Packer Fastener is navigating rapid expansion by leveraging NetSuite and generative AI tools like Claude to optimize cash management and resource allocation. With competing priorities and limited resources, staying on top of progress is key. Discover how innovative technology is helping Brian and his team stay ahead of the curve and drive sustainable growth. #CFOInsights #BusinessGrowth #AIinFinance #FinancialStrategy #NetSuite

💡 "Data drives decisions, but people make them matter." CFO Brian Hogeland of Packer Fastener shares his philosophy on integrating operational and financial metrics to fuel growth while staying human-focused. Get insights into his innovative mindset here! NOW LISTEN https://lnkd.in/egDcYRwD #CFOInsights #netsuite #LeadershipStrategy #suiteworld #FinanceAndTechnology CFO THOUGHT LEADER

What does it take to align business growth with profitability? Isabelle Winkles, CFO of Braze, shares her strategic mindset on balancing short-term results with long-term value. 💼 Discover how she uses real-time insights to empower decision-making across the organization.

AI isn't just a buzzword—it's shaping how CFOs like Isabelle Winkles drive results. 📈 In this conversation, Isabelle explains how Braze utilizes AI tools, from refining financial forecasts to empowering customers with better product recommendations. Curious how AI like ChatGPT and DALL·E are integrated into business workflows? Don’t miss this one! CFO THOUGHT LEADER

Isabelle Winkles knew early in her career she wanted to be a CFO—now, after 25 years in finance, she reflects on the decisions, mentors, and roles that shaped her journey. 🛤️ Join us for an insightful conversation on how she transformed experience into executive leadership. NOW LISTEN https://lnkd.in/eEzRQecx

CFO Aira Pineda aims to position her company Scrubbed as a thought leader by proactively addressing emerging client needs, such as ESG compliance, and leveraging AI tools to strengthen the company’s role as a trusted partner.

Ever wondered if stepping back could actually move your career forward? Aira Pineda’s inspiring journey from KPMG to the CFO seat at Scrubbed offers a powerful lesson on balancing family and ambition.  #Leadership 💼👶 NOW LISTEN https://lnkd.in/eYg5KnD5

From budget flexibility to free cash flow optimization, CFOO Max Krakowiak of Revvity reveals how finance drives strategy. Here’s how his focus on the fundamentals drives growth. 📊🚀 #FinanceStrategy #CFOLeadership"