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In this Planning Aces special, three finance leaders map how AI is moving FP&A from dashboards to decisions. Andrew Casey (Amplitude) shows agents automating analytics, experiments, and order-to-cash checks to democratize insight and speed action. Eric Brown (Cohesity) contrasts AI's capital intensity with the cloud era and spotlights an “epic data battle” where privileged datasets drive advantage. Chris Miorin (APEX Analytix) links on-prem investment and clean data to faster product velocity. Co-host Brett Knowles ties it together: avoid AI-washing; structure data; target reconciliations and cycle-time compression; and lead with outcomes. Viewpoints, AI's value depends on governance, access, and execution discipline.

We've wrapped up our summer re-release series and are back behind the mic with brand new episodes! No Mai Tai this time. Just fresh conversations with leaders shaping business in Japan.In this episode of the FocusCore podcast, host David engages in a deep conversation with Taisuke Yoshida, a dynamic leader in strategic finance and business transformation. Taisuke shares his journey from Sumitomo Chemical to his current role at Schneider Electric, highlighting the evolution of finance from traditional bookkeeping to a value-driver function. They discuss the importance of leadership and digital skills in FP&A, the differences in FP&A practices between Japanese and global companies, and the role of strategic finance business partnering. Taisuke also provides insights into leveraging generative AI for business understanding and the significance of effective communication and trust-building in cross-functional teams. The conversation provides valuable perspectives for finance professionals aiming to drive business performance and value creation.Register for our upcoming Salary guide release event: Salary Guide Event In this episode you will hear:Taisuke's career progression and leadership development from local to global contextsThe importance of leadership and digital acumen for future finance professionals.How Japanese companies can leverage FP&A as business partners.Challenges and opportunities in Japanese FP&A practices.Things mentioned in the episode:The Mind Of The Strategist: The Art of Japanese Business - Kenichi Ohmaehttps://www.amazon.com.au/Mind-Strategist-Art-Japanese-Business/dp/0070479046三枝匡(Tadashi Saegusa)https://www.amazon.co.jp/%E6%9C%AC-%E4%B8%89%E6%9E%9D-%E5%8C%A1/s?rh=n%3A465392%2Cp_27%3A%25E4%25B8%2589%25E6%259E%259D%2B%25E5%258C%25A1『実践　日本版ＦＰ＆Ａ』池側千絵https://www.amazon.co.jp/%E5%AE%9F%E8%B7%B5-%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E7%89%88%EF%BC%A6%EF%BC%B0%EF%BC%86%EF%BC%A1-%E6%B1%A0%E5%81%B4%E5%8D%83%E7%B5%B5/dp/450253191XLoglass経営企画サミットhttps://www.loglass.jp/news/event-0417About Taisuke Yoshida: After graduating from the University of Tokyo, Taisuke began his career at Sumitomo Chemical, where he mastered the art of cost management and performance improvement at both the factory and division levels. Driven to expand his global perspective, he earned his MBA from IESE Business School in Spain.He then joined Industrial Growth Platform, Inc. (IGPI), advising CEOs and investors on business due diligent post-merger integration and management control systems across multiple industries. Taisuke is currently at Schneider Electric as the East Asia industrial automation business finance leader, partnering with business heads across the region to shape and execute strategies that improve performance and create enterprise value beyond the impressive credentials.Taisuke brings a passion for innovation, transformation, and building strong, diverse teams, and he also brings a contagious enthusiasm for finance.Connect with Taisuke Yoshida:LinkedIn:...

En el mundo de la educación hay numerosas líneas o ramas de estudio. En España hay muchos cursos que se relacionan directamente con el mundo del motor. Además, van más allá de la ingeniería o el periodismo, que generalmente es lo primero que se nos viene a la cabeza. Quédate con nosotros para descubrirlo. Si te gustan los coches y quieres estudiar algo relacionado con ellos, este es tu podcast. ¿A qué niveles educativos encontramos formaciones relacionadas con el mundo del motor o de la automoción? Pues en todos los niveles prácticamente. Tenemos por una parte la vía de la formación profesional. Desde el nivel básico hasta el superior hay títulos enfocados directamente al sector automotriz. Luego pasamos por el ámbito universitario, con distintos grados y por último encontramos los títulos de experto o postgrados, donde el abanico es también muy amplio. Y en la educación formal… durante la etapa escolar, mi hijo por ejemplo, que como nosotros es un friki de los coches, ¿en qué asignaturas puede estudiar algo relacionado con este sector? Más de las que uno se puede creer la verdad. En todos los niveles educativos de un colegio tiene cabida el “hablar de movilidad y automoción”, adaptándolo como no al nivel cognitivo de los chavales. Te pongo algunos ejemplos: En la asignatura de física todo el tema de las fuerzas, etc. Así como una idea fácil, para explicar la aceleración- frenado que mejor que poner de ejemplo un coche o una moto. Por ejemplo, Guille Alfonsín amigo del programa nos puede dar buena cuenta de ello. Otro área interesante es la educación física, aquí se habla de educación vial. En infantil y primaria enseñando a ser peatones y luego ya un poco mas crecidos con el uso correcto de la bicicleta y el VMP. En las asignaturas de la rama de ciencias sociales el sector de la automoción también tiene cabida. Por ejemplo, en geografía e historia hablando sobre los transportes terrestres y al dar el sector secundario, con la mítica cadena de montaje de Henry Ford o en economía, haciendo entender la importancia que tiene en el PIB nacional o como el apartado de la logística es un aspecto fundamental para lograr el éxito empresarial. Por último, hay que hablar del área más humanística. En la asignatura de valores éticos también tratan el tema de la movilidad sostenible por ejemplo. Todo esto si no te toca un profesor como yo cuando daba ciencias sociales, que en el desarrollismo franquista les habla a los alumnos del Seat 600, etc. o que les pone un mapa de las fábricas de coches y motos que hay funcionando en España. Si te parece, vamos poco a poco. Desde la formación profesional hasta llegar a los postgrados. En formación profesional, ¿Cómo funciona la cosa? Hay que recordar que a día de hoy la formación profesional en España tiene varios niveles y distintas familias profesionales. Para el área de automoción existe una familia profesional de transporte y mantenimiento de vehículos, y otra de servicios socioculturales y a la comunidad En la primera aparecen todas las formaciones como mecánico, chapista, conductor, etc. Además, ahora existe mucha carga lectiva en empresa, por lo que el alumnado aprende directamente en el día a día del taller o la empresa logística, estando fuera del aula. En la segunda familia profesional que es la de servicios a la comunidad está el curso superior en movilidad segura y sostenible, que sirve para trabajar como profesor y director de autoescuela y enseña todo lo relacionado con la enseñanza y la formación vial. En el caso de profesor de autoescuela hay que recordar que aun está vigente el curso interno de DGT, que tiene esta misma función. En el mundo de la FP hay algunos pequeños fallitos estructurales que llaman la atención. Por ejemplo, el más loco es el del Grado medio de Técnico en Conducción de Vehículos de Transporte por Carretera, al que puedes acceder con 16 años y lo puedes titular justo cuando cumples la edad mínima para obtener los carnets… Desde el año pasado hay una nueva ley de formación profesional, ¿en qué le repercute a estos grados que acabas de comentar? Efectivamente, con la nueva ley de formación profesional los grados se trocean en cursos más pequeños que tienen distintos niveles (A,B,C, D) y se pueden hacer por fascículos. Con esto se crean los certificados de profesionalidad. De esta forma, tu puedes ir consiguiendo competencias profesionales poco a poco o simplemente, eliges la que más te interesa. Pongo el ejemplo del grado superior en movilidad segura y sostenible es un grado D. Este grado superior integra cuatro certificados de profesionalidad que son nivel C: SSC_C_013_5B: Desarrollo de programas de educación vial en instituciones públicas y privadas. SSC_C_014_5B: Asesoría en movilidad segura y sostenible. SSC_C_015_5B: Monitor de cursos de conducción segura y eficiente. SSC_C_016_5B: Certificado de aptitud de profesor de formación vial. Esta es una vía, que es la formación profesional, y ahora quedaría la opción B. Si lo que quieres es ir a la universidad, qué grados puedes elegir que te acerquen al mundo de la automoción En la universidad el abanico es amplio, aunque es importante precisar un poco más y tratar de ser algo más concreto. Aquí tienes la vía lógica del mundo de la ingeniería, con grados como la ingeniería industrial, la ingeniería mecánica, electromecánica, etc. También podrías optar por la rama de la informática, la ingeniería de software, etc. Esto es así porque cada vez más los coches son “ordenadores con ruedas”. Por ejemplo, hace falta gente para poner a punto los software de gestión de los vehículos eléctricos o hacer los interfaces de las pantallas de infoentretenimiento. La tercera vía es la de la rama de administración y dirección de empresas, donde en algunas universidades existe el grado en gestión del transporte y logística. Por último, tendrías la opción de tirar por el periodismo, para enfocarte al mundo de la comunicación institucional o optar a un puesto en algún medio de comunicación. Además, quedarían otras salidas más o menos creativas como son la de geografía y ordenación del territorio, medio ambiente, química, etc. para la creación de mapeado o para el control de las exigencias medioambientales/sostenibilidad. Todo esto por no hablar de lo relacionado con la energía, claro está. Por último, estaría el ámbito de los postgrados, cursos de especialización, etc. ¿Aquí qué nos encontramos? En este caso tenemos opciones tanto en Fp como en la rama universitaria. Por ejemplo, en FP encontramos cursos de especialización en mecánica para vehículos híbridos y eléctricos, o cursos para inspección técnica y peritaje de siniestros. En la universidad, el abanico es tan amplio como se quiera. Aquí si que hay que precisar la diferencia entre máster, titulo de experto propio, postgrado… No todas las formaciones son iguales. Por ejemplo, existe un Máster en ingeniería de automoción, Master en ingeniería de vehículos de competición, Postgrados en gestión logística y del transporte Postgrado en movilidad sostenible.

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In this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, host Paul Barnhurst is joined by William Spengler, founder of Frederick Fox, a recruiting firm specializing in placing top-tier finance and accounting talent. They discuss what employers are looking for in FP&A professionals and the growing demand for technical skills such as Power BI, Tableau, and SQL. William shares insights into the current job market, what makes candidates stand out, and why effective communication and a curious mindset are essential for success in finance. The episode is packed with practical advice for job seekers and finance professionals looking to advance in their careers.William is the founder and principal of Frederick Fox, a recruiting firm that specializes in placing finance and accounting talent. Since its launch in 2019, Frederick Fox has grown rapidly, serving over 700 clients with a team of 55+ experienced recruiters. The firm has achieved this growth without outside funding, focusing on speed, accountability, and results. Frederick Fox has redefined the recruiting process, prioritizing lean systems and performance-based partnerships to help companies make confident hires. Outside of work, William is a guitar-playing father of three, a math nerd turned entrepreneur, and an enthusiast of spicy food and hot yoga.Expect to Learn:Why accounting and finance roles are becoming more crucial to businesses todayHow to stand out as an FP&A candidate in a competitive job marketThe importance of mastering technical tools like Power BI, Tableau, and SQLWhy humble curiosity is key to becoming a better business partnerHow recruiters assess FP&A candidates and what skills they prioritizeHere are a few quotes from the episode:“Accountants are becoming like the new software engineers. They're in high demand and increasingly critical to business operations.” - William Spengler“The biggest mistake candidates make is not reaching out directly to hiring managers with relevant examples. Networking is key.” - William Spengler“If you're not networking continuously, you're not future-proofing your career.” - William SpenglerWilliam Spengler shared valuable insights into the FP&A job market, highlighting the demand for technical skills, the importance of effective communication, and the value of humble curiosity. His practical advice on networking, understanding business needs, and positioning yourself for success will help both job seekers and finance professionals advance in their careers. World-class Digital FP&A Course Bundle: Sign up for over ten hours of video content with 4 different courses and 8 modules on FP&A topics, including: Business Partnering, Data Analysis, Financial Modeling Design Principles, and Modern Excel. Use code Podcast to save 25%. What are you waiting for? Sign up today: https://bit.ly/4decOf3Follow FP&A Tomorrow:Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6957679529595162624 Follow William:LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/william-spengler-2193433aWebsite: https://frederickfox.com/Facebook:

Is your team constantly firefighting instead of executing strategy? Tyler Nielsen, founder of Vast Insight Partners, joins the BROADcast to reveal how mid-market manufacturers can close the costly gap between strategic intent and operational chaos. With deep experience in FP&A, forecasting, and operations, Tyler shares smart, actionable insights to get cross-functional teams aligned—without a massive system overhaul.From data paralysis to siloed decision-making, we break down what really holds teams back from profitability and performance. You'll also hear how tariffs and global supply chains are reshaping operations, and why visibility and alignment are your new superpowers.

We're kicking off Season 11 of Our Agile Tales with an eye-opening conversation with Nevine White, Senior VP of Finance at Greater Technology Together and a member of the Beyond Budgeting Round Table. Nevine has spent nearly two decades guiding organizations through the shift from rigid annual budgets to adaptive, rolling financial frameworks that enable true business agility.In this episode, Nevine shares how her journey began in the telecom industry when a bold CFO literally tossed out the company's annual budget, sparking a search for a better way. That search led to adopting rolling forecasts and experimenting quarter by quarter - breaking and remaking processes along the way - to create a more nimble, data-driven, and responsive organization.In this first episode you will hear Nevine's candid stories about the messiness of transformation:What it felt like to see six months of budget work thrown in the trash.Why annual budgets—rooted in 1920s manufacturing—no longer fit today's fast-paced business environment.How rolling forecasts differ from “mini-budgets” and why many companies get them wrong.The cultural and change management challenges that arise when finance stops dictating numbers and starts empowering managers to decide in real time.How aligning finance with agile IT practices unlocked a “spiral of goodness” across the organization.Nevine's insights highlight that there's no one-size-fits-all playbook for financial agility. Instead, transformation requires experimentation, iteration, and courage to question the sacred cows of yearly budgets. Her experiences demonstrate how finance - often seen as the last function to change - can become a catalyst for business agility, resilience, and innovation.About Nevine White:Beginning her 35-year career in telecom engineering, Nevine moved on to leading the FP&A function for TW Telecom for two decades. There she championed powerful changes in financial planning that enabled an agile and effective management structure by eliminating traditional budgets. After the sale of the company, Nevine continued this work with Live Future Ready, leveraging her experience to support organizations in their financial transformation efforts across various industries. In 2019, Nevine joined Hargray Communications Group as the VP Accounting, before taking on building the Finance and Administrative functions for a broadband start-up. She is currently the Senior Vice President of Finance at Greater Technology Together, a leading network and security as a service firm. Recognized for her experience in finance agility and building effective teams, she has been featured at conferences and on podcasts, and enjoys sharing her learnings and experiences with all who are seeking to meaningfully change and enable their teams. You can follow Nevine on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nevinewhite/Podcast music courtesy of www.purple-planet.comVisit us at https://www.ouragiletales.com/about

Wasabi Technologies (a Boston-based cloud storage company with over $530M in funding, a decade of hypergrowth, 450+ team members, and multiple exabytes of storage deployed) sets high standards for its finance and analytics teams.  Both teams are under pressure to deliver fast, accurate, and actionable insights. Marcos Bento, Director Business Intelligence at Wasabi Technologies and David Suter, Director, Financial Planning And Analysis at Wasabi Technologies join us for a special two-parter. They delve deep into how their teams work together, across functions to turn raw data into real-time financial intelligence. In this episode:  Building and gaining trust between BI and FP&A  Getting from “10% out” to within a couple percentage points for forecasting  KPIs such as dollars per terabyte  BI and FP&A as investigative reporters  Predictive analytics: forecast in the 6 or 12 months working with sales  The manifesto for AI at Wasabi 

Devocional do dia 25/08/2025 com o Tema: “No que pensar” Imagine se um telão transmitisse, em alto e bom som, para todas as pessoas, um de seus pensamentos sobre qualquer um destes assuntos: chefe, amigos, cônjuge, filhos, pais; dirigindo no trânsito ou participando do culto; vida, futuro, sexo, valores, projetos, ambições e até suas convicções a respeito de Deus. Que avaliação esse “filme” teria? Quanto do que você pensa passaria pelo teste do versículo em destaque? LEITURA BÍBLICA: Marcos 7.20-23 Irmãos, pensem em tudo o que for verdadeiro, tudo o que for digno de respeito, tudo o que for justo, tudo o que for puro, tudo o que for amável, tudo o que for de boa fama, em tudo o que houver alguma virtude ou algo de louvor (Fp 4.8).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During what he calls a “terrible soccer game” his son was playing, Ademir Sarcevic picked up a recruiter's call that would change his career. The game was lopsided, but the timing was fortunate. Within months, Sarcevic was interviewing with Standex International's leadership team. By 2019, he was CFO of the diversified manufacturer, helping guide a portfolio that spans precision electronics to specialty machinery.Sarcevic's readiness for that moment was shaped years earlier in Sarajevo. He came to the United States during the Bosnian war in the mid-1990s, an experience that taught him to “be ready for anything.” His first job after graduate school was at General Instrument Corporation, where a finance rotational program exposed him to audit, FP&A, and accounting. Later, at a pre-IPO company, he helped take the firm public—only to see the dot-com crash unfold immediately after. It was a lesson in resilience and the unpredictability of markets, Sarcevic tells us.International assignments added new perspectives. In Paris, he served as controller for a billion-dollar Tyco business, and in Switzerland he became CFO for a Pentair global unit. Along the way, he experienced more mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures than he can count, reinforcing the value of flexibility and objectivity.At Standex, Sarcevic applies these lessons through a disciplined M&A approach. Every acquisition, he tells us, must meet three tests: “strategic fit, financial sense, and culture.” That rigor has paid off—recent acquisitions, he notes, “have been phenomenal…performing better than we even thought.”

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In this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, host Paul Barnhurst explores the transformation of finance into a strategic driver of business performance with seasoned CFO Darrell Cox. They unpack the modern challenges of FP&A, emphasizing how teams can move beyond traditional reporting to become proactive, data-savvy partners across the organization. Darrell shares real-world insights on forecasting, revenue intelligence, sales collaboration, and building a tech-enabled finance function that delivers tangible value.Darrell Cox is the Chief Financial Officer at Una Software, bringing over 25 years of executive leadership across high-growth companies. His background includes CFO roles at Vena Solutions and FreshBooks, as well as leadership positions at Virgin Mobile, Rogers Communications, and ATI Technologies. Known for scaling finance teams and overseeing more than $1 billion in exits and transactions, Darrell focuses on blending financial insight with operational data to elevate finance's role as a strategic partner.Expect to Learn:Why FP&A must evolve into strategic finance to remain relevantHow to continuously improve forecasting through agile, data-rich practicesThe critical role of CRM and daily data in revenue intelligenceHow finance and sales can work together as partners, not opponentsCareer advice for FP&A professionals aiming to become CFOsHere are a few quotes from the episode:“If you're not networking continuously, you're not future-proofing your career.” - Darrell Cox“Come bearing gifts, not with a rubber stamp and a hatchet. That's how you partner with sales.” - Darrell Cox“It's no good having a beautiful bathroom if there's no water going to it. You need the plumbing.” - Darrell CoxDarrell Cox brings sharp insights and practical wisdom to this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, shedding light on how finance can step up as a true business partner. Whether you're building forecasts, aligning with sales, or plotting a path to CFO, Darrell's experience and advice offer a roadmap to smarter, more strategic finance.Easy Strategic FP&A: Introducing BEZ (BE EASY), with Agentic AI capabilities to maximize FP&A's strategic impact. Automate complex FP&A processes and have a conversation with your data. Modern FP&A can Be Easy. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3H0DqppFollow FP&A Tomorrow:Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6957679529595162624 Follow Darrell:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrell-cox-547a461/?originalSubdomain=caWebsite - https://unasoftware.com/Follow Paul: Website - https://www.thefpandaguy.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyEarn Your CPE Credit For CPE credit, please go to earmarkcpe.com, listen to the episode, download the app, answer a few questions, and earn your CPE certification. To earn education credits

Blockbuster, Lehman Brothers, WeWork. The names are familiar, but the financial stories behind their collapse are often a mystery. In this deep dive, we go beyond the headlines to pull out the crucial lessons in corporate bankruptcy and insolvency for every finance professional.We'll equip you with the foresight to spot financial distress long before it's too late. This episode is a practical guide to the warning signs, key ratios, and high-stakes decisions that define a company's fight for survival.This episode covers:The Two Types of Insolvency: Understanding the difference between a paper problem (balance sheet insolvency) and an immediate cash crisis (cash flow insolvency).Early Warning Signs: The hairline cracks to look for, from declining gross margins and rising debt ratios to subtle behavioral red flags.Lessons from Major Failures: Why unchecked leverage sank Lehman Brothers, how debt suffocated Toys R Us, and why growth for growth's sake was a ticking time bomb for WeWork.The Crisis War Room: What it's like inside the finance department when a company is in distress and how functions like FP&A and Treasury become the absolute nerve center.Critical KPIs: The five non-negotiable metrics to monitor relentlessly, including the Altman Z-score, and why liquidity is a company's oxygen supply.This episode will give you a new lens to view corporate health and help you bring crucial, strategic insight to your organization.

Day 1,274.Today, as President Donald Trump says the US may provide air support to back a Ukraine peace deal, we assess reports that as many as 10 European countries are considering putting boots on the ground if Russia agrees to end its war. Then we take a step back and try to make sense of the historic past few days. What, if anything, has changed? Then we hear a dispatch Adelie recorded in Ukraine at the funeral of journalist Victoria Roshchyna.Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Journalist and Producer). @adeliepjz on X.Content Referenced:US air force could police Ukraine's skies to ensure peace (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/08/19/us-air-force-police-ukraine-skies-peace-deal-russia-trump/ Ten European countries ‘ready' to send forces to Ukraine (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/08/20/ukraine-russia-war-latest-news-trump-peace/ ‘Nearly two million more casualties': The numbers that show Russia is years from victory (Roland Oliphant in The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/08/19/russia-is-years-from-victory-trump-putin/ Dance Of The Flamingos: Ukraine's FP-5 Heavy Cruise Missile (Covert Shores):http://www.hisutton.com/Ukrainian-FP-15-Flamingo-Cruise-Missile.htmlTrump Revokes Security Clearances of 37 Former and Current Officials (New York Times):https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/19/us/politics/trump-security-clearances.html ‘The Steel Porcupine' – Russia's campaign of extermination by Benjamin I. Goldhagen:https://www.thesteelporcupine.com/ SIGN UP TO THE NEW ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:https://secure.telegraph.co.uk/customer/secure/newsletter/ukraine/ Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Independent journalism and media freedom in Austria are facing a simmering far-right threat. In the country's legislative elections in September 2024, the Russia-friendly Freedom Party, or FPÖ, became the largest party, claiming just under 29% of the vote. Though a coalition was ultimately formed which excluded the FPÖ from government, the party's victory at the polls was unprecedented and raised fresh concerns about the threat a future far-right administration could pose to the country's media freedom environment. The FPÖ has repeatedly attacked independent journalists, branding reporters as part of the so-called “liberal elite” or a “globalist establishment.” They've even revived the Nazi-era slur Lügenpresse (lying press). The party has been particularly hostile toward Austria's public broadcaster, ORF, pledging to abolish household-based broadcasting fees by the end of 2026 and replace them with direct state funding—a move that critics warn would weaken ORF's institutional independence and allow greater government control. In this episode of Media Freedom in Focus, we discuss the FPÖ's smear campaigns against journalists and the broader state of media freedom in Austria with Lina Paulitsch, a journalist at Falter, one of the country's leading independent weekly magazines.   Guest: Lina Paulitsch, journalist at Falter (Austria) . Producer and Host: Teona Sekhniashvili, Europe Network and Advocacy Officer at International Press Institute (IPI) Editor: Kasperi Kainulainen, Helsingin Sanomat Foundation Fellow at International Press Institute (IPI)    Other episodes in this series: MFRR in focus: The state of Poland's public service media Press freedom in peril: navigating elections and political turmoil in Poland, Slovakia and Bulgaria Earth Day reflections: Italy's climate reporting dilemma Media Freedom in Focus: Untangling media capture in Greece MFRR Podcast: The battle over the future of Poland's politicized public media

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We make lemonade out of some lemons this week. We discuss the show brushing over huge details, why Betty is the more accurate Marlow, FP as sheriff, Toni getting erased in her own story, Hal continuing to show up even though he has no business being here, and why Archie feels so disconnected from the rest of the show.Our amazing cover art is by vedrinic and you can follow them at https://vedrinic.tumblr.comEpisode 30 content warning: drugs, murder, child abuse, prison, cults, physical and mental abuse, homophobia, pedophiliaTheme song: "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Follow us on bluesky @dead-ends.bsky.socialSend your podcast or show questions to our inbox at deadendspcast@gmail.com.Find all of Emily's links here: https://linktr.ee/emilypyleFind all of Brenton's here: https://linktr.ee/brentonpyle

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The sequel to 'I know what you did last summer'...' I still know what you did last summer' is the film we are doing this week. Honestly, just trying to get to the character limit by listing both movies. 'I still know what you did last summer' follows JLH and FPⱼᵣ  still on the run from the same killer, but this time, on holiday in the Bahamas! Oscar and Carl watch this cheeky sequel, to figure out who would watch this. Find us through:Email: askwwwtpodcast@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/ TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthis More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis

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 We polish off the last of the interviews from March Madness in Kansas City with Jerry James and Phillip Wethington.  They discuss their gaming history, habits and favorite opponents among much more!SHOW LINKSCardboard CommanderSHOW TIMES0:01 Song An Overun3:00 Opening Conversation9:30 Jerry James Interview25:50 Phil Wethington Interview41:13 Total Running TimeLYRICS to "An Overrun"A couple of SERIOUS ASL guys!Lyrics by Dennis Donovan, Performed by Megan Kleinschmidt and The 2 Half Squad SingersI saw him at the open and my heart stood still
I'll do one one-one, an over run?
I needed some CVPs and it fit the bill
I'll do one-one-one, an over runYeah, he's on a hill
, Yeah, an easy kill
Went into hex G1
one-one-one, an over runKnew not what I was doing, but I had to try
I'll do one-one-one, an over run
The con-cept seemed easy, but my-oh-my .
I'll do one-one-one, an over runYeah, I had to try ...
Yeah, it's do-or-die
... Yeah, I love this rule.
To do one-one-one, an over runI declared one-one, an over run
I'll do one-one-one, an over runI attacked with 7 FP and I rolled a 5I did one-one-one, an over run
Rolls like that are gonna get his guys
I did one-one-one, an over runYeah, it went just fine
....Yeah, ‘till I hit that mine
.....If ya get immobilized
It's half FP on, an over runYeah-yeah-yeah-yeahAn over run run       I did one-one-one, an over run.

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In this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, host Paul Barnhurst and co-host Glenn Snyder explore what really makes a budgeting process succeed, or fall apart. Drawing from decades of experience in finance and corporate strategy, Paul and Glenn share lessons learned from real budgeting cycles, including where things went wrong and how they were fixed. They cover everything from headcount planning mistakes and unrealistic timelines to aligning business partners and creating buy-in at the executive level. Whether you're in the middle of budget season or preparing for one, this conversation is packed with practical advice you can take straight to your team.Glenn Snyder is a strategic finance leader with deep experience across public, private equity, private equity-owned, and family-owned companies. He currently serves as Head of FP&A at Riveron and brings expertise in financial analysis, corporate strategy, modeling, and budgeting. Glenn has worked across several industries including SaaS (healthcare and telecom), eCommerce, data centers, and FinTech. He is also a Fractional CFO, mentor, and educator, with a long-standing connection to UCLA where he supports students and emerging finance professionalsExpect to Learn:Why automation should be baked into FP&A from day oneWhat accountability-based forecasting looks like in practiceHow to shift FP&A from a cost center to an operational partnerPractical methods for protecting your most valuable asset: timeWhy “humble curiosity” is essential to understanding the businessHere are a few quotes from the episode:"Fully burdened compensation isn't just salary plus bonus, there's a lot more under the hood." - Glenn Snyder"Budgeting is a chance to learn the business, not just fill in a template." - Glenn Snyder"Finance exists to help the business make better, faster decisions." - Paul BarnhurstGlenn Snyder emphasized that budgeting is most effective when it's collaborative, strategic, and grounded in real business understanding. He reminded us that finance's role is to support decision-making, not just manage numbers. With clear communication and thoughtful planning, budgeting can become a tool for alignment and impact.Easy Strategic FP&A: Introducing BEZ (BE EASY), with Agentic AI capabilities to maximize FP&A's strategic impact. Automate complex FP&A processes and have a conversation with your data. Modern FP&A can Be Easy. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3H0DqppFollow FP&A Tomorrow:Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6957679529595162624 Follow Glenn:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenntsnyder/Website - onemomentintimenovel.comFollow Paul: Website - https://www.thefpandaguy.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyEarn Your CPE Credit For CPE credit, please go to earmarkcpe.com, listen to the episode, download the app, answer a few...

Daniel Gardner is operational finance business partner at FirstGroup Plc, a leading UK-based provider of public transport. Daniel brings a unique perspective shaped by a diverse finance career across iconic consumer brands like L'Oreal, the Body Shop and Hunter Boots, where he led major forecasting overhauls and drove commercial transformation. Now at First Group, he is leading the development of a cloud-based forecasting system for a billion pound division, working with more than 50 stakeholders to deliver scalable real-time insights.  In this episode he talks about the power of “systems thinking” in the CFO's Office as a way of understanding how different parts of an organization (or any complex system) interconnect and influence each other.”If there's an area, I'd say that FP&A could do with its systems thinking. Structure makes behavior and behavior makes structure. So it travels in a loop, which means that to make changes in an organization, you either have to hire people who do not exhibit the behaviors naturally or you've got to change the structure and alter the incentives that are producing the problems.” In this episode: Bringing my philosophy-training to finance  Six week finance transformation at Hunter Boots  Getting from lagging to leading indicators  99% of People Problems Are Really System Problems Python+ Excel (practical examples) 

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In Part One of In the Room Where It Happens, we hear from four CFOs reflecting on formative moments when they found themselves face-to-face with legendary industry leaders. Gabi Gantus of Mytra recounts a pivotal meeting at Tesla with Elon Musk, while CFO Jason Child (Arm) shares an FP&A breakthrough alongside Jeff Bezos during Amazon's early growth years. CFO Brian Gladden of Zelis reflects on leadership lessons from both Jack Welch and Michael Dell, and CFO (emeritus) Bill Korn of MBTC recalls joining Lou Gerstner's high-stakes turnaround at IBM. Each story reveals how proximity to visionary leadership shapes careers and sharpens strategic thinking — long before the CFO title comes into view.

Ever feel like your crucial financial analysis gets lost in translation? You're not alone. In this episode of FinPod's "What's New at CFI", we sit down with Paul Barnhurst, famously known as The FP&A Guy, to discuss his new CFI course: "Crafting the Narrative: Storytelling with Data."Paul reveals why simply presenting numbers is no longer enough to get buy-in and advance your career. He shares why the ability to transform data into a compelling story is the most valuable skill a finance professional can have today.Key takeaways from our discussion include:The Power of a Narrative: Discover the difference between a simple report and a persuasive story that includes key insights and a clear call to action.The "What, So What, Now What" Framework: Learn a powerful, time-tested framework for building a message that moves decision-makers to action.Structuring Your Presentations: Find out why planning your narrative is more important than building your slides, and how this one shift can make your presentations far more impactful.Case Studies in Action: Get a sneak peek into the course's practical scenarios, including how to tell the story behind a missed earnings target or an acquisition proposal.Presentation Pet Peeves: We both vent about our biggest presentation pet peeves and share tips for how you can avoid them.If you've ever struggled to get your message across in a meeting or a deck, this episode and the new CFI course are for you. Learn how to level up your executive communication and craft narratives that get results.

Send us a textYou might be using AI models in pathology without even knowing if they're giving you reliable results. Let that sink in for a second—because today, we're fixing that.In this episode, I walk you through the real statistics that power—and sometimes fail—AI in digital pathology. It's episode 4 of our AI series, and we're demystifying the metrics behind both generative and non-generative AI. Why does this matter? Because accuracy isn't enough. And not every model metric tells you the whole story.If you've ever been impressed by a model's "99% accuracy," you need to hear why that might actually be a red flag. I share personal stories (yes, including my early days in Germany when I didn't even know what a "training set" was), and we break down confusing metrics like perplexity, SSIM, FID, and BLEU scores—so you can truly understand what your models are doing and how to evaluate them correctly.Together, we'll uncover how model evaluation works for:Predictive Analytics (non-generative AI)Generative AI (text/image generating models)Regression vs. Classification use casesWhy confusion matrix metrics like sensitivity and specificity still matter—and when they don't.Whether you're a pathologist, a scientist, or someone leading a digital transformation team—you need this knowledge to avoid misleading data, flawed models, and missed opportunities.

In Episode 47 of Planning Aces, Jack Sweeney and resident thought leader Brett Knowles explore the evolving role of FP&A through the lens of three forward-looking CFOs. Dan Zhang (ClickUp), John Rettig (Bill), and Josh Schauer (insightsoftware) share how they're driving enterprise agility, leveraging AI to eliminate inefficiencies, and rethinking capital allocation. From Zhang's battle against “SaaS overload” to Rettig's “prove-it mentality” and Schauer's daily forecasting, each CFO reveals a distinct approach to enabling smarter, faster decision-making. Their insights offer a compelling look at how modern FP&A leaders are transforming strategy execution in real time.

In this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, host Paul Barnhurst welcomes Brian McGrath, Co-Founder and COO of FutureView Systems, to explore how FP&A teams can scale smarter, automate faster, and operate as strategic business partners. With over 20 years of experience leading finance transformations in high-growth companies, Brian dives into why finance must be more than a cost center, it should be a driver of operational success and storytelling. From automation frameworks to AI and the power of curiosity, Brian shares lessons that can help FP&A professionals become essential, not just operational.Brian McGrath is the Co-Founder and COO of FutureView Systems, a firm dedicated to delivering scalable, technology-enabled FP&A solutions for growing companies. A graduate of the University of Florida and UNC Chapel Hill, Brian has helped organizations streamline processes, eliminate manual workflows, and build finance functions that influence real-time decisions. His hands-on experience, systems thinking, and deep commitment to automation and business alignment make his insights invaluable for any finance professional ready to modernize their approach.Expect to Learn:Why automation should be baked into FP&A from day oneWhat accountability-based forecasting looks like in practiceHow to shift FP&A from a cost center to an operational partnerPractical methods for protecting your most valuable asset: timeWhy “humble curiosity” is essential to understanding the businessHere are a few quotes from the episode:“The best way to elevate your career? Focus more on your customer's success than your own.” - Brian McGrath“FP&A should be embedded in operations, helping deploy capital in ways that truly move the business.” - Brian McGrath“Accountability-based forecasting means budget owners own their numbers, finance is there to support, not control.” - Brian McGrathBrian McGrath delivered a compelling vision for the future of FP&A, one where automation, process thinking, and operational alignment are non-negotiable. He emphasized that great FP&A professionals are not just technically skilled, but also curious, empathetic, and strategically embedded within the business. From designing scalable systems to navigating AI and storytelling, Brian's insights offer actionable guidance for finance leaders looking to evolve from number crunchers to decision enablers.Easy Strategic FP&A: Introducing BEZ (BE EASY), with Agentic AI capabilities to maximize FP&A's strategic impact. Automate complex FP&A processes and have a conversation with your data. Modern FP&A can Be Easy. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3H0DqppFollow FP&A Tomorrow:Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6957679529595162624 Follow Brian:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/financial-planning-and-analysis/.Website - https://www.futureviewsystems.com/Follow Paul: Website - https://www.thefpandaguy.com/LinkedIn -

This week on GTM Live, Carolyn and Trevor sit down with Mark Turner, VP of Revenue Operations at Demandbase, to break down how RevOps leaders can build aligned systems, drive better GTM execution, and measure what actually matters.Mark shares how his early background in FP&A shaped his leadership approach, bringing a data-first, analytical mindset to RevOps that balances strategic planning with operational precision. He also unpacks what it really takes to build a unified data layer across the GTM org, and why consistent definitions and connected systems are key to moving fast and measuring effectively.Key topics in this episode:How FP&A experience gives RevOps leaders a strategic edgeHow to build a unified data layer across GTMWhy sourced attribution models fall shortWhat sales velocity tells you that pipeline doesn'tWhere AI and automation are most impactful in RevOps todayHow to enable expansion and cross-sell without clunky handoffsThis episode is powered by Passetto, a GTM advisory and software company helping B2B teams build Revenue Sciences™, a measurable system that uncovers bottlenecks and data gaps, transforming go-to-market into a closed-loop engine for confident, scalable growth.

Vom Kanzler zum Unternehmer: Sebastian Kurz musste sich nach seinem Rücktritt im Jahr 2021(?) eine neue Karriere aufbauen. Dem voran gingen Jahre der Skandale. Die Koalition seiner ÖVP mit der FPÖ zerbrach an der Ibiza-Affäre; nach Neuwahlen koalierte er mit den Grünen und musste bald sein Amt niederlegen. Heute hält er Anteile an Dream Security einem Cybersecurity-Startup mit einer Bewertung von mehr als einer Milliarden Euro. Tichys Einblick wollte wissen: Wäre Kurz heute noch Kanzler, wenn er nicht mit den Grünen koaliert hätte? Warum gründet Kurz nicht in Europa sondern in Israel? Und weshalb schafft die Politik es bis heute nicht die Krisen Europas – Migration, Wirtschaftsschwäche – zu lösen?

Send us your thoughtsIn this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro chats with Andrew Brummer, CFO at Distributed, about the realities of finance leadership in early-stage and high-growth businesses. From managing cashflow crises to building future-ready finance teams, Andrew shares lessons from his unconventional journey and startup experience.Topics covered include:Andrew's unique path from event management to CFOBuilding lean, scalable finance functions for startupsManaging cashflow challenges with creativity and clarityThe strategic role of FP&A in early-stage businessesNavigating investor relationships across VC and PEAdvice for new CFOs on due diligence, early wins, and adding value fastLinks mentioned:Andrew's LinkedinLearn more about Distributed  Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

رئيس الوزراء يتصل بنتنياهو بعد عزم أستراليا تقديم مساعدات لغزة وحماس تعلن استعدادها لتنسيق إيصال مساعدات للرهائن الإسرائيليين بشرط وقف القصف. الجيش الأسترالي يسجل أول زيادة في عدد أفراده منذ أربع سنوات وتعيين كريسي باريت كأول امرأة تتولى منصب مفوضة الشرطة الفيدرالية الأسترالية A-F-P. إطلاق حملة سياحية جديدة بقيمة 130 مليون دولار للترويج لأستراليا عالمياً. في سوريا، أربعة قتلى على الأقل إثر تجدد العنف في السويداء بجنوب سوريا ترامب يرسل مبعوثه الأسبوع القادم إلى روسيا ويؤكد نشر غواصتين نوويتين. جدل حاد في لبنان حول سحب حزب الله لسلاحه قبيل انعقاد مجلس النواب غدًا.

El próximo domingo 3 de agosto, la Fuerza del Pueblo celebrará su Congreso Nacional Electoral “Dr. Manolo Tavárez Justo”, un evento crucial que definirá el rumbo inmediato del partido liderado por Leonel Fernández. Más de 75 mil dirigentes han sido convocados a votar, en lo que muchos consideran un momento clave para renovar liderazgos, afianzar estructuras internas y proyectarse hacia los próximos desafíos electorales. En este episodio analizamos qué está en juego, qué decisiones se tomarán y cómo este proceso interno puede impactar el panorama político dominicano.

Namport het sy Winter Warmth-inisiatief in Lüderitz van stapel gestuur. Komberse sal aan bejaardes in Aus, Bethanie, Walvisbaai en Lüderitz voorsien word. Die poging, ondersteun deur vennote soos Walvisbaai Sout, Reload Logistics en FP du Toit Transport, het ten doel om kwesbare groepe hierdie winter by te staan. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met Cliff Shikuambi, Namport se woordvoerder gesels.

In this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, host Paul Barnhurst welcomes Jesse Mishler to explore what it takes to build a thriving FP&A function grounded in purpose, people development, and strategic problem-solving. From military discipline to corporate finance leadership, Jesse offers a rare blend of operational rigor and emotional intelligence. His reflections on transforming real estate spaces, empowering teams, and navigating financial complexity will resonate with finance professionals and leaders alike. This episode dives into the evolving role of finance in shaping organizational culture, driving performance, and making workspaces more human-centered and impactful.Jesse Mishler serves as Senior Vice President of FP&A at Carr Properties, where he oversees corporate forecasting, executive reporting, and strategic financial planning. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran with over two decades of experience, Jesse brings a mission-driven mindset to FP&A leadership. He is known for building high-performing, people-first finance teams, championing cross-functional collaboration, and implementing innovative planning tools like JEDOX to drive operational efficiency. With a master's in real estate from Georgetown University and a passion for continuous learning, Jesse's leadership reflects both financial precision and personal authenticity.Expect to Learn:How military principles like integrity and resilience translate to corporate leadership.What makes FP&A a strategic hub, not just a back-office function.Why developing people is one of the most fulfilling aspects of leadership.Key operational metrics in commercial real estate and how they guide decision-making.The power of curiosity in becoming a better business partner.Here are a few quotes from the episode:"FP&A should be the hub of the company, connecting insights, strategy, and communication across the business." - Jesse Mishler"The most rewarding part of my job is seeing others grow and surpass even their own expectations."- Jesse Mishler"Sometimes the most impactful help you can offer takes less than five minutes, it starts with listening." - Jesse MishlerJesse shared powerful insights into how leadership, resilience, and curiosity can shape a successful FP&A career. He highlighted the importance of problem-solving over perfection, the value of building trust through authentic actions, and the transformational impact of investing in people. From leveraging real estate finance to fostering team growth, Jesse's advice offers practical, inspiring takeaways for finance professionals aiming to elevate their strategic influence and lead with integrity and empathy.Corporate Finance Institute: You know the numbers. Now it's time to own the story.The new FP&A Professional (FPAP) Certification from CFI is built for finance professionals who want to lead with insight-not just report the data.Learn more at: https://corporatefinancialinstitute.pxf.io/c/6003589/3067930/23723Follow FP&A Tomorrow:Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6957679529595162624 Follow Jesse:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessemishler/Company -

Sarah Schlott, Senior Director of Finance at Tray, a leading point of sale system in entertainment,  joins Glenn Hopper to tear down the sacred rituals of corporate finance. Rising from billing temp to strategic finance leader, Schlott who has been in corporate finance for 18 years, delivers brutal honesty about what's broken in FP&A and how to fix it. She challenges everything from annual budgets to variance analysis (“forensic accounting in disguise”) while advocating for a bottoms-up, operator-first approach that actually works. In this episode: The power of aggressive curiosity in finance  My most accurate forecast was also the one that failed  My views on variance analysis  Running a $100M forecast in Excel  Why we shouldn't treat the annual budget as a “golden idol” Moving away from a “spreadsheet guilt trip” every month  From Singer-Songwriter to Finance Leader Connect with Sarah Schlott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahschlott/

When Konstantin Dzhengozov turned down a corporate development role in the U.S., he wasn't walking away from opportunity—he was running toward a different kind of growth. Having helped lead the FP&A function at a fast-scaling Bulgarian tech firm through its acquisition by a U.S. public company, Dzhengozov knew what came next if he stayed the course. But “the unknown… just felt right,” he tells us. So he stayed close to Bulgaria's booming startup scene—and co-founded Payhawk.In the early days of Payhawk, Dzhengozov was a one-man finance team, juggling everything from chart of accounts and payroll to fundraising and compliance. “You kind of become a bottleneck at some point,” he tells us. “The sooner you realize that, the better.” His approach: build ahead of need. His first finance hire brought Big Four audit expertise. Next came senior hires in FP&A and tax as the company expanded across Europe and the U.S.Rather than compete as another card issuer, Payhawk positioned itself as a software company from the start, charging a subscription to solve real pain points Dzhengozov had faced firsthand: poor data visibility, lack of control, and disjointed processes. The company's dual-revenue model and international-first mindset helped it raise $240 million and become Bulgaria's first unicorn, he tells us.Today, Dzhengozov envisions AI helping CFOs compress decision cycles and model complex scenarios instantly. Still, he remains grounded in principle: “Finance should be enabling the business to grow,” not just reporting on it.

What does it take to build a treasury function from scratch at a fast-moving global company? Nolan Soltvedt, Treasurer at Lime has done just that - multiple times. In this episode, he shares the inside story of building resilient treasury systems in complex, high-growth environments, from legacy firms to tech disruptors.Nolan Soltvedt is the Treasurer at Lime, the world's largest shared electric vehicle company. With experience across Ecolab, Capella University, and Api Group, Nolan has led treasury transformations at both established multinationals and fast-scaling startups. He brings a rare blend of global banking expertise, leadership through change, and a passion for making numbers tell a story.Main topics discussed:Nolan's entry into finance and early lessons from his internship at Ecolab Building international finance and treasury experience early in his careerWhy building global relationships is critical in treasuryShifting between corporate finance and FP&A - and how it shaped his leadershipRejoining Ecolab and managing treasury post major acquisitionsLessons from leading treasury through a company IPO and rapid M&A at APiHow to rebuild and scale a treasury team after high turnoverCreating a treasury M&A integration playbookTransitioning to Lime: Setting up treasury in a tech-driven, high-growth environmentWhy prioritizing the right treasury capabilities matters more than doing everythingHow Nolan applies storytelling and creativity from music into financial communicationThe evolving future of treasury: AI, interest rates, and scalable systemsYou can connect with Nolan Soltvedt on LinkedIn. ---

Welcome back to What's New at CFI on FinPod! In this exciting episode, we're joined by Paul Barnhurst, The FP&A Guy, as he introduces CFI's brand-new course: FP&A Tool Selection.Are you an FP&A professional struggling with chaotic Excel models, disconnected reports, or overwhelmed by the sheer number of available planning tools? This course is your ultimate guide! Paul walks us through why choosing the right tool is more strategic than ever and how to navigate the exploding FP&A software market.In this episode, Paul reveals:Key signs it's time to upgrade from Excel: When do broken models, collaboration issues, and countless budget versions signal a need for a dedicated FP&A tool?Navigating the 150+ FP&A tools: Frameworks to narrow down your options based on desired functionality (spreadsheet-native vs. complete replacement), company size (small to enterprise), industry focus, and platform capabilities.The critical groundwork for tool selection: Why building robust requirements, writing a solid problem statement, and managing a rigorous RFP process are essential to avoid the "wow factor" and ensure a good fit.Paul's personal must-have productivity tools (beyond Excel!): Discover his favorite non-FP&A tools like ClickUp, ChatGPT, and Claude, and how he leverages them for productivity, research, and even devil's advocacy in decision-making.This course is a must-have for anyone evaluating new FP&A software or seeking a smarter process for optimizing their finance tech stack. Learn from the expert and make informed decisions to empower your finance career!

In this episode of FP&A Today, host Paul Barnhurst, aka The FP&A Guy, welcomes Christopher Ortega for a candid conversation about the evolution of finance and building a business from the ground up. From basketball analogies to real-world advice, this episode blends personal experience with professional insight. Chris opens up about what it takes to grow a consulting business, how to handle setbacks, and why financial professionals need to think beyond spreadsheets and become true business partners.Christopher Ortega is the CEO and founder of Fresh FP&A, a financial strategy firm that supports small and mid-sized businesses with fractional CFO services. With more than 20 years in accounting, FP&A, and finance leadership, Chris has built a career around driving growth, navigating acquisitions, and helping organizations build financial clarity. He's worked with global companies, led finance teams through complex M&A deals, and now channels that experience into helping others succeedExpect to Learn:Why FP&A needs to evolve from reporting to a real business partnershipHow Chris shifted his mindset from CFO to CEOThe importance of focusing on the right industries instead of trying to serve everyoneWhy failing early became one of his greatest learning toolsWhat to do before you land your first paid clientHere are a few quotes from the episode:"You either win or you learn. You only lose if you don't learn." - Christopher Ortega"To scale, I had to stop thinking like a CFO and start thinking like a CEO." - Christopher Ortega"Sales and marketing taught me more about business than any finance book." - Christopher OrtegaChristopher shared valuable insights on evolving from a technical finance role to a strategic business partner, the mindset shift required to grow from CFO to CEO, and the power of narrowing your focus in business. His advice on embracing failure, building with purpose, and putting impact before income offers meaningful takeaways for anyone looking to lead with confidence in the finance world.Corporate Finance Institute: You know the numbers. Now it's time to own the story.The new FP&A Professional (FPAP) Certification from CFI is built for finance professionals who want to lead with insight, not just report the data.Learn more at: https://corporatefinancialinstitute.pxf.io/c/6003589/3067930/23723Follow FP&A Tomorrow:Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6957679529595162624 Follow Chris:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/freshcfo/Website - https://freshfpa.com/our-team/john-kobs-ceo/Follow Paul: Website - https://www.theFP&Aguy.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyEarn Your CPE Credit For CPE credit, please go to earmarkcpe.com, listen to the episode, download the app, answer a few...

In 1972, Rev. Dr. Otis Young preached his first sermon at FP. He was to be our pastor for the next 34 years. And what he had to say then, is still critical today. Dr. Jim Keck will replay that basic message.