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Join the Brothers and Jenny for the first of many installments to come regarding Galaxycon 2024. This week, the Honorable, Distinguished... Guy Hutchinson!
In this episode of the FHS Podcast, host Jonathan Worsley sits down with Guy Hutchinson, CEO of Hilton Middle East and Africa, at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh. They discuss Hilton's significant expansion in Saudi Arabia, including a new deal introducing 1,600 keys across three brands in Medina. Hutchinson shares insights on aligning with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, the diverse range of hospitality projects underway, and the strategies for fostering a young workforce and enhancing gender diversity within the region. They also delve into the potential of branded residences and Saudi Arabia's unique position to redefine tourism with its ambitious development plans.
07 May 2024. As the Arabian Travel Market continues this week, we're focusing on all things tourism with Dubai tourist numbers jumping 11% in Q1. We also speak to Etihad Airways CEO Antonoaldo Neves on 30% growth, IPO rumours and flying economy class. Plus, we discuss record visitor numbers for Yas and Saadiyat islands with the CEO of Miral. And, we'll find out about Hilton's plans for expansion in the Middle East with their president Guy Hutchinson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode we talk to Paul Barnhurst, the FP&AGuy, and a thought leader in training and content that helps FP&A and Finance leaders drive better business decisions. We dive into the critical ‘whats' of FP&A, discuss the upside of seeking out those all important leading indicators and you might be surprised why FP&A leads and CFOs alike need to adjust their communications to bring the bottom line right to the front. Website: The FP&A Guy (thefpandaguy.com)Planning & Analytics Community: Home | Plan Buddies (plan-buddies.com)Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music: Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
In this episode Guy Hutchinson steps into the guest seat to share some insight on why the Startup CFO community is such an amazing resource for Tech CFOs. Guy had an accomplished career as a CFO building startups from seed-to-scale. On this journey he founded a meet-up group with three other CFOs, and that group became Startup CFO the leading community in the space. We discuss in detail how this type of community can offer finance professionals peer-to-peer support, developing events that support signifiant career advancement and how the group now focuses on the key strategic aspects of the CFOs role. He explores why trust and authenticity are the one true currency and shares a surprising recommendation for any CFO thinking about becoming a founder.A big thank you for Emily Lincoln-Gordon who interviewed Guy for this. Emily is COO, former General Counsel and founder at table eight. https://www.tableeight.io/
Guy Hutchinson (@guyhutchinson) put Jim's deep fried knowledge to the test. Check out Guy's YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/guyhutchinson ADS: BetterHelp: Visit www.betterhelp.com/IDK today to get 10% off your first month. NetSuite: Right now, download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance - absolutely free, at www.NetSuite.com/IDK
Shane Leonard and Guy Hutchinson talk through the path for Tech CFOs to become the trusted advisor to the CEO.Our regular listeners will know CFOs aren't just about numbers and crunching out financial statements. In the world of VC backed Tech, we are often working with founders who are primarily focused on product and achieving that early tractionAt this stage you need the CFO to take on a wider remit, becoming that vital trusted adviser. Shane discusses the optimal path for taking on this important role.
Tune in to listen to Jonathan Worsley, CEO and Founder, The Bench and Guy Hutchinson, President & CEO, Rotana dive into Rotana's inspiring journey from a Middle Eastern brand to a global name and its expansion with sustainability at the core of its philosophy. Rotana is one of the first brands in the region to completely eliminate single-use plastics and Hutchinson shares his insights into how sustainable innovation is becoming increasingly accessible for hospitality brands today with the right strategic framework. #FutureHospitalitySummit
In this episode, we speak to Jonny Plein, cofounder at YASO, formerly a finance professional and member of the Startup CFO community. We discuss key learnings from the recent Yaso preseed funding round and build an understanding of what it takes to create a business in China. He shares how YASO works with western brands to facilitate their access to the important Chinese consumer market. As a serial founder he discusses in detail things that founders look for in their finance business partner, making this one a must-listen for CFOs seeking to optimise their commercial partnership with the CEO.Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music:Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
Guy Hutchinson, cofounder at Startup CFO talks to Edward Keelan from Octopus Ventures. Edward has held positions with Octopus for fifteen years, now focusing on the B2B software vertical, overseeing deal origination and his role on their investment committee.In this episode we reflect on a world where growth at all costs is a thing of the past, we learn about why CFOs are great at pursuing fundamentals and assess the key growth efficiency metrics that VCs are focused on.
Guy Hutchinson, co-founder of Startup CFO talks to Kyle Brennan, COO of the groundbreaking dating App, Feeld. Kyle takes us through his finance career, shares insights on how he thinks about business risk, learnings from focusing on business metrics and building financial models.We explore how growth can come from a focus on product development and as well as revealing some fascinating tales on the power of patience when it comes to media interest in your startup.
Phil Dorman entrepreneur, leadership guru and coach joins Guy Hutchinson to discuss the power of coaching for CFOs.In this episode, we explore the world of executive development with Phil Dorman, Learning and Development Director at Startup CFO. We learn about his experience from surviving to thriving, why things matter at a human scale and why he is focused on businesses as a force for good.Along the way, we learn about mastermind coaching for CFOs, opportunities for personal growth and gain some insights on why founders are wired a certain way.Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music:Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
Claymation, Hulk and acting. special guest: Guy Hutchinson, author, podcaster, haberdasher. https://youtube.com/@GuyHutchinson https://www.facebook.com/groups/1487292897978451
His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade joined us to explain the surge in numbers. Plus, we talk takeovers with the boss of retailer GMG. Last year they bought Geant supermarkets; this week aswaaq. Mohammed Baker joined us in studio. And, we look at the UAE's record tourism numbers with Guy Hutchinson of Rotana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, we speak to Geoff Tamman VP of Finance and Operations at Shipium. We discuss key learnings in his career focusing on his 12 years in senior roles with Amazon. We learn how all finance professionals can optimize their interactions with the business through 'learn and be curious', an amazon development value. We explore how the customer lens can mitigate egos in business decision making and you might be surprised by his shared learnings derived from time spent with the Alaskan offshore fishing fleet.Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music:Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
In this episode, we speak to Paul Lehair, Investment Director at AlbionVC. We discuss key learnings in Paul's career covering his time as Finance Director at Citymapper, the monetization journey in that business, and, also building an understanding of his insights as he transitioned his career into venture capital. Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music:Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
In this episode, we speak to David Rose, founder, and CEO about his new venture US Expansion Partners. We discuss key learnings in David's career in sales, marketing and heading up a number of groundbreaking businesses. He shares his learnings on that all-important first US hire and how to avoid getting bogged down in US compliance, bookkeeping and supporting operations. He brings insightful learnings for CFOs on how to bring together a targeted list of prospective investors and how that process can be informed by the world of enterprise sales. Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music:Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
In this episode, we explore the world of corporate communications and IPO preparation with Rob Walker and Gabriel Huntley at Headland. We learn about the important steps Tech CFOs need to foster a culture of data verification, building a corporate narrative, leading on governance and handling BAU communications. Rob Walker is a Director at Headland. He is a financial PR specialist advising both FTSE 350 and private TMT and retail clients on financial results, M&A activity, IPOs, restructurings, corporate crises and executive change. Gabriel Huntley is also a Director at Headland. He works with clients from across the tech ecosystem in growing or protecting reputation, navigating high-stakes financial moments and developing long-term strategies to communicate across multiple audiences. Headland specialise in financial and corporate communications, public affairs and campaigningYour host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music:Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
Prakash Shah - Portfolio CFOIn this episode, we are interviewing Prakash Shah, one of our founders and a CFO whose career spans from early venture back tech like mydeco, all the way to Trafi, and his clients in his portfolio CFO role. Prakash shares his insights on how Tech CFOs need to interact with and support their Board. CFOs and Heads of Finance are catapulted into a position with board exposure and substantial influence. We uncover some key takeaways on how to get the most out of your Board Meeting and gain insight into how professional coaching can unlock an accelerated career path.Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music:Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
Ben and special guest, Drunk on Disney's Guy Hutchinson, talk about Spooky Empire October 2022.
Paddy Fletcher - Founder Port of Leith Distillery We explore learnings from Paddy's career in senior finance roles in Tech business, including Hailo and WeWork. We learn about how the investment process in Tech focuses predominantly on growth leaving other disciplines to develop later on. Paddy has taken his passion for distilling and co-founded Port of Leith Distillery, with a product range with a longer time horizon that attracts a very different type of investor.Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music:Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
Mary-Anne Moffatt - CFO Ramp NetworkWe explore Mary-Anne's extensive experience in financial services and how she adapted her approach to lead the finance function at Fintech 10x. More recently Mary-Anne has taken on the CFO role at Ramp Network. At Ramp, Mary Anne is responsible for commercial strategy, reporting, controls and supporting fundraising. We learn about transferable skills and establishing teams with autonomy to lead on decision making.Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO.https://startupcfo.tech/Music:Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven LindvallLicensed through Epidemic Sound
We discuss those bullish comments from the PM: The UAE's tourism revenues topped 5 billion dollars in the first half of the year. We find out what one of the country's major hotel chains has seen with Rotana CEO and President Guy Hutchinson. Plus, Energy expert Sean Evers joined us with his take on the Dubai-Abu Dhabi gas deal. And, the latest on Dubai's IPO boom - from the Salik listing to DEWA's dividend - with Sameer Lakhani.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guy Hutchinson, President & CEO, Rotana returns to the FHS Podcast to talk to Matthew Weihs, Managing Director, The Bench about Rotana's operations in the Middle East, Africa and Eastern Europe. Guy elaborates on Rotana's newly launched brand 'Edge' and discusses the impact the FIFA WorldCup will have on Qatar as a destination. Guy and Matt further chat about inflation, fuel price hikes, supply chain challenges and how all of these affect the hospitality industry in particular. Guy also explains his stance on sustainability and 'greenwashing' as he talks about all the practices Rotana follows to stay environment-friendly not only for the PR but to actually make a difference.
In this episode of the Future Hospitality Summit Podcast, Guy Hutchinson, President & CEO, Rotana, in conversation with Jonathan Worsley, Chairman & CEO, The Bench, shares his reasons for participating in FHS and his experience being on the CEOs panel at the Saudi edition of the summit. Guy elaborates what sustainability means for the hospitality industry at this stage and sheds light on what Rotana has been doing to promote sustainability in their operations.
Michael Tefula, Head of Finance at CIRCA5000, having been a venture capitalist for many years with Downing Ventures. In this episode, Michael shares his insight on how a combination of entrepreneurial leanings and a family focus on the importance of education, led to him joining CIRCA5000, after some time as a venture investor. We learn how Michael's career builds upon a foundational period with Deloitte, authorship of three books on education and professional development, and why founder resourcefulness is an important thing. We also learn more about CIRCA5000 and their mission to make impact investing more accessible, something that lured Michael into an operator role at a startup. https://circa5000.com/ (https://circa5000.com/) (capital at risk) Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO. https://startupcfo.tech/ (https://startupcfo.tech/) Music: Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven Lindvall Licensed through Epidemic Sound
Philip Kelvin, Co-Founder and CEO of tranch having formally been CFO at Trussle In this episode, Philip shares his insight on how his career in investment banking and consulting led to becoming a Tech CFO. We learn how Philip's finance career helped him understand the huge challenges that need to be solved in the world of cash flow management and ultimately led to him founding tranch. tranch is one of the next generation of B2B, Buy Now Pay Later, payment methods enabling SaaS and services companies to get paid upfront and their customers to unlock flexibility by paying on their terms over 3 to 12 months. https://tranch.com (https://tranch.com) Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO. https://startupcfo.tech/ (https://startupcfo.tech/) Music: Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven Lindvall Licensed through Epidemic Sound
Tom Coward - Cytora CFO First time CFO, second time leading finance at a growing technology company. At Cytora, Tom is responsible for People, Talent, Legal, Information Security and Finance. In 2020 Tom was named one of 10 Finance Futurists by Sage. Started off working life as an auditor at Deloitte. Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO. https://startupcfo.tech/ Music: Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven Lindvall Licensed through Epidemic Sound
Jay Dias is Founder and Managing Partner of Leela Capital, a boutique investment and advisory venture firm. In this episode he shares his unconventional route into finance. Jay's journey includes seven years in operating finance roles including a successful exit as CFO & COO, and 10 years in turnaround / Insolvency, mainly at PwC (London). Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO. https://startupcfo.tech/ Music: Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven Lindvall Licensed through Epidemic Sound
Steven Dunne, Senior Partner and Head of Portfolio Steven has over 20 years of private equity experience gained within private equity firms, as CFO/COO of private equity and venture capital backed companies taking them through to exit, as well as PE M&A exposure in investment banking. He joined Frog as Senior Partner in charge of Portfolio in 2015 and leading on Responsible Investment. He heads the Operating Partner Programme, also acting as the operating partner for finance, which provides seamless expert support through due diligence to portfolio company engagement and delivery of the Scale-Up methodology. https://frogcapital.com/scale-up/ (https://frogcapital.com/scale-up/) https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-dunne/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-dunne/) Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO. https://startupcfo.tech/ Music: Pumpkin Blues by Daniel Fridell and Sven Lindvall Licensed through Epidemic Sound
In this podcast with Guy Hutchinson, President & CEO Rotana, we explore how Rotana was able to pull itself back from the setback COVID put the hospitality industry in, and how it outperformed itself from pre-pandemic days in such a less time. Guy also discusses Rotana's plans for expansion in the Saudi market, and his panel discussion at the upcoming Future Hospitality Summit in Riyadh this May. Guy Hutchinson is President & CEO of Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with hotels across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Turkey. Hutchinson is responsible for developing and executing the strategic direction of Rotana and devising and implementing short- and long-term strategies to help the company realize its expansion plans. In addition, he provides executive oversight of all aspects of Rotana's day-to-day operations.
Jenny Bloom, Former CFO of Zapier and MailChimp, is a global financial executive with over 30 years of experience in public, private, and startup organisations throughout a variety of industries. She has spent the last 20 years as a CFO scaling SaaS companies, and along with finance, she also led the people, legal, facilities, events, and administrative functions. She was with MailChimp for 14 years and was with Zapier for 6 years before retiring in Jan 2022. Jenny is currently doing some advisory work and is looking for a couple of board roles. Your host is Guy Hutchinson and this podcast was brought to you by Startup CFO. https://startupcfo.tech/ Audio: WatR - Whipped Cream PIXABAY LICENSE CERTIFICATE ============================================== Licensor's Username: http://pixabay.com/users/itswatr-12344345/ Audio File Title: WatR - Whipped Cream Audio File URL: http://pixabay.com/music/beats-watr-whipped-cream-10152/
Welcome back to the podcast everyone! I hope you all are well, and I very much appreciate all the kind words and patience. Today we start the 5 digit Atari part numbers with Oscar's Trash Race, a product of Atari and the Children's Computer Workshop, a tiny little division of Sesame Street. This is the first in a series, so there's lots to talk about. I hope that you enjoy it. Coming up in 2 weeks is Private Eye by Activision. If you have feedback for Private Eye that does not include the Hall and Oates song, please send it to me at 2600gamebygame@gmail.com by April 18th. Please make sure you listen to the end of the podcast for a very special Sesame Street game related contest, sponsored by friend of the podcast Richard Grounds. Thanks Richard! I'll post a separate entry for the contest in a few days, but you can send your entry as soon as you hear the episode. Once again, thank you for your patience, your kindness, and of course, for listening. Extra special thanks to my beautiful wife Sarah for getting this ball rolling again.
In this KT Podcast, we discuss the performance of the UAE's hospitality industry by the end of the 2021 and the legacy Expo will leave behind. Looking ahead, Guy Hutchinson also expects a surge in demand for mid-tier hotel offerings in the region
The Covid-19 test requirement for entering Abu Dhabi within the UAE is not be required from today, September 19. We find out what it means for companies and staff doing business between the emirates with HR specialist David McKenzie. Plus, what it means to Abu Dhabi hotels with Guy Hutchinson, President and CEO of Rotana. And Tom also got some tips from the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club to improve his shipping forecasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John J. and Guy Hutchinson are joined by Adam Koralik to talk about his work putting together movies out of the BTTF game footage. Adam also talks with John and Guy about the Jurassic Park game and Christopher Walken playing video games.
John J. and Guy Hutchinson are joined by Scott Carelli and Nick Jimenez of the Back to the Future Minute podcast. Together they look for paradoxes inside the film, try to elect Jailbird Joey, thank god for Lorraines frilly dress and fear BTTF the Ride.
John J. and Guy Hutchinson are joined by Colin Fitzgerald of Cosmic Castoff to discuss the closure of the BTTF ride, Biff's son, paradoxes and other BTTF podcasts.
Guy Hutchinson has made some childhood memories into an awesome book with unprecedented access to Sesame Place! Guy Hutchinson has worked as a radio talk show host and personality on WHWH and WMGQ radio in NJ. In addition to Drunk On Disney, Guy is currently the co-host of the 'Adventure Club' and 'Flux Capaci-cast' podcasts. Guy is the author of Sesame Place: Images of Modern America. Matt and I take the first half hour to talk about a couple topics that have been burning on my mind this past week! The fire inside of you that motivates you to create and do more in the world. Customer service The Trust movie Shoot me your questions to Joe@SuperJoePardo.com https://youtu.be/Zv8nj5iD_SE Episode 225
Guy Hutchinson has made some childhood memories into an awesome book with unprecedented access to Sesame Place! Guy Hutchinson has worked as a radio talk show host and personality on WHWH and WMGQ radio in NJ. In addition to Drunk On Disney, Guy is currently the co-host of the 'Adventure Club' and 'Flux Capaci-cast' podcasts. Guy is the author of Sesame Place: Images of Modern America. Matt and I take the first half hour to talk about a couple topics that have been burning on my mind this past week! The fire inside of you that motivates you to create and do more in the world. Customer service The Trust movie Shoot me your questions to Joe@SuperJoePardo.com https://youtu.be/Zv8nj5iD_SE Episode 225
Guy Hutchinson has made some childhood memories into an awesome book with unprecedented access to Sesame Place! Guy Hutchinson has worked as a radio talk show host and personality on WHWH and WMGQ radio in NJ. In addition to Drunk On Disney, Guy is currently the co-host of the 'Adventure Club' and 'Flux Capaci-cast' podcasts. Guy is the author of Sesame Place: Images of Modern America. Matt and I take the first half hour to talk about a couple topics that have been burning on my mind this past week! The fire inside of you that motivates you to create and do more in the world. Customer service The Trust movie Shoot me your questions to Joe@SuperJoePardo.com https://youtu.be/Zv8nj5iD_SE Episode 225
Guest hosts Guy Hutchinson, Dana Snyder, and Bart Scott from the Drunk on Disney podcast discuss where in the Magic Kingdom is Halloween celebrated all year long. Also they chose a Disney character to kill so their ghost could be the 1000th Happy Haunt in the Haunted Mansion!
Andrew Morris and Guy Hutchinson chat with AJ LoCascio, voice of Marty McFly in TellTale Games' BACK TO THE FUTURE THE GAME. AJ tells tales of getting the BTTF gig, impersonating Jack Sparrow and the unhappiest cruise that ever sailed. An Idle Chatter/Flux Capaci-cast simulcast.
Guy Hutchinson and John J. welcome Mike Staub and Amanda Mac from The Mike Staub Pod Show and the enigmatic and mysterious guest "Michael" from the internet. They pretend to be robots then they take some stupid online quiz.
Guy Hutchinson and John J. are joined by author, film producer and podcaster Ken Plume to discuss the trilogy as well as tangents about SelectaVision discs, old cable boxes, wired remote controls and Ghostbusters II.
John J. and Guy Hutchinson are joined by jim DeSantis to chat about John Lithgow as Doc Brown, sing the praises of Back to the Future The Musical and lament the destruction of Doc Brown's Chicken Restaurant.
Guy Hutchinson is joined by Andrew Morris of Idle Chatter Podcast and Eric Davis of The Unofficial Sea World Podcast to discuss parallels between Forrest Gump and Back to the Future. They also discuss the usefulness of power laces and whether or not time travel could be a super power. Also, WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley gives us his take on the film series.
On this episode of the Flux Capaci-cast Guy Hutchinson is joined by Andrew Morris of Idle Chatter and a 10 year old Back to the Future Superfan! They discuss the trilogy, the possibility of hoverboards in 2015, the silliness of the cartoon series and shiny rainbow hats.