CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance
Welcome to CFO 4.0, where we explore the dynamic landscape of Financial Leadership in the era of Technology 4.0. I'm your host, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas, a pioneering Financial Transformation consultancy.
In this podcast series, we unravel the intricate connection between cutting-edge technologies and the financial domain. It's more than just adopting tools; it's about cultivating the skills necessary to navigate and spearhead the transformative journey within Finance.
CFO 4.0 embodies the archetype of the Financial Leader in the future — a fusion of strategic visionaries and tech-savvy innovators. As the CFO role swiftly evolves from a mere cost controller to a strategic influencer, each transition opens up novel possibilities. Tune in as we share valuable insights and guidance from inspirational CFOs and finance leaders every episode, empowering you to revolutionise your processes, people, and data.
Seize the opportunities, propel your business and career forward, and lead with unwavering confidence. Join us in shaping the future of Finance — this is CFO 4.0, your guide to the Future of Finance.
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Episodes
251 episodes
249. Financial Transformation Live: Stop Shopping, Start Transforming
In this insightful Financial Transformation Live session, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas Solutions, challenges the traditional approach to purchasing new technology solutions. Rather than focusing solely on procurement ch...
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Episode 249
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248. Automation in Motion: How Finance Keeps Getting Faster and Smarter with Daniel Healey
In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro talks with Daniel Healey, Group FD at Direct Heating Group, about building a finance function that never stands still.Also covered in this episode:Fr...
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247. CFO 4.0 Revisited: Delivering a Successful Digital Transformation Programme with Phil Raynor
We’re rewinding to where it all began. In the very first episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, Hannah Munro sat down with digital transformation expert Phil Raynor (now Lead Delivery Manager at the UK Home Office) to unpack what makes or break...
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246. Close Faster, Decide Better: Process, People, and the Right Tech with Grow CFO's Kevin Appleby
Host Hannah Munro sits down with Kevin Appleby, host of the Grow CFO Show, to share hard-won lessons from finance transformation projects. From failed demos to faster closes, they explore how CFOs can avoid common pitfalls and deliver re...
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Episode 246
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245. Financial Transformation Live: Transformation Trouble-shooters September Special
In this episode of Financial Transformation Live, Hannah Munro and Neil Lynchehaun tackle real-world transformation challenges submitted by finance leaders. Together, they share practical advice, frameworks, and lessons learned from years of ha...
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244. CFO Stories: Acquisitions, Due Diligence & Building Trust with Charlotte Crowley
In this episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, host Hannah Munro sits down with Charlotte Crowley, CFO at Altano, to explore her journey through finance leadership, acquisitions, and the challenges of integrating companies without...
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243. The 90-Day Finance Transformation Playbook with Hannah Munro
In this special solo episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, host Hannah Munro takes on a personal challenge what she would do with 90 days to transform finance. Drawing on her experience working with finance teams, Hannah breaks the journey into three...
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242. Resilience, Honesty & Communication: Leadership Lessons for Change Management with Susana Serrano-Davey
In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro is joined by returning guest Susana Serrano-Davey, seasoned finance leader and leadership mentor, to explore the people side of c...
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241. Financial Transformation Live: Planning a Successful Project
In this episode of Financial Transformation Live, host Hannah Munro shares what it really takes to deliver a successful finance system implementation. From preparing your team to managing risks and ensuring a smooth go-live, Hanna...
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51:40
240. AI in Finance: From Complex Workflows to Scalable AI Solutions with Tariq Munir
In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro talks with Tariq Munir, Managing Partner at Finspyr and author of Reimagine Finance, about how CFOs and finance leaders can lead successful transformation in the age of...
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59:55
239. PE Backed: The CFO’s Balancing Act Between Growth and Governance with Ian Pugh
In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro continues the Private Equity series with Ian Pugh, CFO at Precise TV. Ian shares his journey into private equity and reveals the realities of leading finance in a fast-...
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Episode 239
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54:30
238. CFO Stories | Cashflow, Credibility & Creative CFOs: Scaling Startups with Andrew Brummer
In 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 fi...
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237. Finance Transformation Live - Transformation Troubleshooter
In this Transformation Troubleshooter edition of Financial Transformation Live, hosts Hannah Munro and Neil Lynchehaun tackle real-world finance transformation challenges shared by listeners. From project overloa...
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50:42
236. Mastering M&A | M&A Without Mayhem: Structure, Stakeholders & Surprises with Andy Mellor
In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro speaks with Andy Mellor, Fractional CFO at Summit 17 Ltd, about navigating M&A, preparing for financial events, and leading finance teams through high-growth environments.
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Episode 236
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45:16
235. First 100 Days as a CFO: Mastering the 60–90 Day Window as a CFO with Jeremy Earnshaw
In this episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, host Hannah Munro is joined by experienced CFO and executive coach Jeremy Earnshaw to explore one of the most critical – and often ov...
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Episode 235
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55:20
234. The CFO as a Storyteller: Making KPIs Count with Matt Topham
In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro is joined by Matt Topham, Director of Practical CFO, to explore what makes a modern CFO truly effective—from KPIs to strategic decision-making.
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Episode 234
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53:22
233. Finance Transformation Live - Future Proofing your Finance Software Architecture
In this month's Finance Transformation Live host Hannah Munro explores how finance leaders can design scalable, resilient systems that adapt to change and support long-ter...
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Episode 233
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45:08
232. The Private Equity CFO | Myths, Mistakes & Misconceptions with Richard Sanders
In this insightful episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, host Hannah Munro is joined by Richard Sanders, Founder and Managing Partner at Sullivan Street Partners...
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Episode 232
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36:49
231. The Fractional CFO Files | Mastering Financial Models & Fractional Life with Karl Lloyd
In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro speaks with Karl Lloyd, fractional CFO and founder of Lloyd Consulting Limited, about his transition from full-time fin...
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Episode 231
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42:44
230. CFO Stories | Strategic Growth in Creative Industries – A CFO’s Perspective with Karla Smith
In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro chats with Karla Smith, CFO at Ogilvy UK, about her unique path to CFO and ...
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Episode 230
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42:06
229. Financial Transformation Live - Finance Record to Report Maturity Model
In this episode of CFO 4.0, Neil Lynchehaun unpacks the Records-to-Report (R2R) maturity model and shares hard-earned insights from decades in finance transformation. He challenges traditional finance thinking and explores how finance te...
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228. First 100 Days as a CFO: Influence & Delivery in Your Second Month as CFO with Jeremy Earnshaw
In this episode of CFO 4.0, we dive into the critical 30 to 60 day phase of a CFO's journey with returning guest Jeremy Earnshaw, Founding Director of Clarendo...
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48:10
227. AI in Finance | Preparing for the AI Revolution: Abundance or Catastrophe? with David Wood
In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro speaks with David Wood, Chair of London Futurists, about the accelerating pace of AI and its profound implications for business, society, and the future of work. Together, they explore the ne...
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226. Shared Service Centres, Incremental Change, and Finance Transformation with Rob Jackson
In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro is joined once again by Rob Jackson, now Senior Associate Consultant at Protiviti UK. Rob reflects on his journey from leading finance operations at Sage to spearheading transfo...
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225. The Private Equity CFO | Culture, Control & Closing the Books Faster with Richard Sanders
In this episode of CFO 4.0 – The PE CFO Series, Hannah Munro is joined once again by Richard Sanders, Founder and Managing Partner at Sullivan Street Partners. Together, they dive into “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” of private equity—...
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