Financial Footsteps is dedicated to providing insider access to successful accounting and finance leaders thereby providing ideas, insights, and 'secrets to success' to those aspiring to be leaders themselves. Interactive conversations with guests will reveal the genesis for a career in accounting and finance, the great (and not so great) decisions that were made along the way, and the advice that these leaders would give to their younger selves.
Start With The End In Mind E15 In this episode of Financial Footsteps, host Chad Dean explores the career journey of Ryan Boen, CFO EVP of Cambridge Investment Research, who grew up in a small South Dakota town and transitioned from his family's lumber business to a successful finance career with top firms like Deloitte […] The post Start With The End In Mind E15 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Stay True to Yourself E14 In this engaging episode of “Financial Footsteps,” host Chad Dean sits down with Claire Janssen, CFO of Ensemble Investments, to explore her dynamic journey from aspiring marketer to accomplished financial executive. Claire shares candid reflections on her career, from her start in public accounting to navigating industry roles, and underscores […] The post Stay True to Yourself E14 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Outside the Comfort Zone E13 In the Financial Footsteps podcast, Chad Dean, CEO of Integrated Management Resources, interviews John Mallouk, who shares his journey from Long Island to becoming an accountant. John describes his transition from engineering to accounting at Ole Miss, and his career launch at KPMG, and emphasizes the significance of internships and […]
CFO with a Biology Degree? E12 In this episode of “Financial Footsteps’ Candid Conversations with Financial Leaders,” host Chad Dean interviews Arvind Bobra, CFO of Lesson, who shares his career journey from his roots in Arizona to his initial foray into investment banking and his pursuit of an MBA at Columbia University. Arvind highlights the […] The post CFO with a Biology Degree? E12 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
How American Express Groomed a CFO E11 The podcast episode of Financial Footsteps offers a compelling narrative of Maureen Musselman’s journey through the world of finance. Hosted by Chad Dean, the interview provides insights into Musselman’s upbringing in Phoenix, Arizona, her professional experiences in New York and with American Express, and her subsequent roles at […] The post How American Express Groomed a CFO E11 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
The Power of Passion E10 In the podcast episode of Financial Footsteps, host Chad Dean introduces Scott Magnano, the former CFO of Medicx Health, highlighting his extensive experience in accounting and finance. Scott Magnano emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities, continuous learning, and adapting in the financial industry. He shares insights into his career journey, […] The post The Power of Passion E10 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
I am a Fixer E9 In this episode, Chad Dean interviews Jack Spitzer, CFO of Plexus Worldwide, revealing Spitzer’s journey from customer service to finance leadership, marked by resilience and continuous learning. Spitzer’s emphasis on efficiency and self-awareness offers guidance for aspiring professionals, while his insights on mentorship and technology highlight the evolving landscape of […] The post I am a Fixer E9 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Why Accounting is Important E8 In this Financial Footsteps episode, Chad Dean introduces Paul Bigbee, Chief Accounting Officer of Cavco Industries, sharing insights from his 14.5-year finance career. Bigbee discusses his transition from engineering to accounting, emphasizing the impact of regulatory changes and providing perspectives on the financial leadership landscape. He reflects on his journey […] The post Why Accounting is Important E8 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
High Pursuit of Perfection E7 In the latest episode of the “Financial Footsteps” podcast, host Chad Dean engages in a compelling conversation with finance expert Lynne Berreman. The interview provides a comprehensive overview of Lynne’s illustrious career, from her beginnings in Arizona to her current role as a financial leader. Lynne’s journey unfolds as she […] The post High Pursuit of Perfection E7 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
No Regrets E6 Ingmar Berg has held the CFO title for over 10 years and it has taken him around the world, literaly, as he has lived in 6 different countries. Born in Sweden, Ingmar brings a fresh perspective to business, leadership, and how to deal with stress. Students and those younger in their career […] The post No Regrets E6 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Cash is King E5 In this episode of Financial Footsteps, Adam Miller, CFO of Barron Lighting Group, and Chad Dean discuss Adam’s career and some unconventional moves he made along the way. There is a treasure trove of information for those in school or early in their careers. Anyone who wants to achieve an executive […] The post Cash is King E5 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Law and Finance E4 In this Episode of Financial Footsteps, Joseph Udall talks about his family’s generational history of lawyers and attorneys and how he charted a different course for himself. He decided to study finance. This choice led to landing a job with an upstart SaaS company and a meteoric rise to a Director […] The post Law and Finance E4 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Entreprenurial Route to CFO E3 Chad and Scott talk about Scott’s upbringing in a military family and his meteoric rise to the CFO of a publicly traded company. Scott grew up in upstate New York, received his Finance degree from Syracuse, and went to work as an investment banker. After a few years he knew […] The post Entreprenurial Route to CFO E3 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Enjoy the Journey E2 On this episode of Behind the Balance Sheet, host Chad Dean talks with Dan Johnson, Phoenix-based CFO of ONE (Open Network Exchange). Dan goes into detail about his educational background in Accounting and how it has been the foundation for a highly successful career in Finance. He discusses important personality traits […] The post Enjoy the Journey E2 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Build Your Network E1 In our very first episode of Behind the Balance Sheet, host Chad Dean talks with Ian McCreadie, Phoenix-based CFO of VC backed CoverTree, about his journey to the officer title. He covers everything from the genesis of a career in Finance to his current CFO role. He provides excellent insights into […] The post Build Your Network E1 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.