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Business Growth Spotlight
Welcome to Business Growth Spotlight, the podcast where we shine a light on innovative business leaders, cutting-edge strategies, and the latest trends shaping the world of business growth. Whether you're a corporate leader, entrepreneur, or online educator, this podcast delivers actionable insights and expert conversations to help you scale your business, increase revenue, and stay ahead in a competitive market.
Join host Heidi Schalk as we dive deep into the stories and strategies of industry leaders, uncovering the tools and tactics they use to drive success. From navigating corporate challenges to mastering online visibility, this podcast is your go-to resource for scaling your business and reaching your goals.
Tune in weekly for inspiring conversations, practical advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive in today’s ever-evolving business landscape.
Business Growth Spotlight
Ep. 25 Mastering Finance & Leadership with Blair Cook
In this episode, we sit down with Blair Cook, a seasoned CFO and co-founder of Executive Finance Partners, to explore the ever-evolving world of finance and executive leadership. Blair breaks down complex financial concepts, shares insights on the rise of AI in decision-making, and reveals the biggest challenges businesses face when scaling.
From financial blind spots to building strong partnerships, Blair dives into what it takes to drive sustainable growth—and why understanding the numbers is non-negotiable for every leader.
Blair is a seven-time CFO, a director of multiple companies and organizations, and a thought leader in all matters of the Office of the CFO. Blair is the co-founder of Executive Finance Partners, a global professional development and executive coaching firm. He also serves as a corporate director and audit committee chairman of publicly listed companies: Terravest Industries and Clarke Inc. He is also the Board Treasurer of the Devour Food & Film Festival. Blair is the author of The Illiterate Executive: An Executive’s Handbook for Mastering Financial Acumen.
To connect with our guest, click on the links below:
Website: www.executivefinance.ca
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blair-cook-2a6459b/
Connect with me:
Spotlight to Scale: Spotlight to Scale Blueprint
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/