FInEx AmeriEuro - Panel 6 The CFO’s Vision Shaping the Financial Landscape of Tomorrow
Are you poised to revolutionize your approach to financial leadership?
This exhilarating journey, taken at the at the FInEx AmeriEuro Summit, draws us into the dynamic evolution of the CFO role
Dive into this vibrant session led by our amazing host Jess Dewell featuring an all-star lineup of finance visionaries:
Our Panelists:
Andy Burrows, Founder of Supercharged Finance
Michelle Kvello, Director at Lantern Partners and Top 50 Woman in Accounting
Sue Rosen, Former CFO and Founder of Sue Rosen Executive Coaching
Steve Rosvold, Founder of CFO.University
Our Host:
Jess Dewell, Strategic Growth Manager at Red Direction
What’s the buzz? We’re reshaping the financial landscape with groundbreaking concepts that emphasize the necessity for strong leadership and emotional intelligence in today’s fast-paced world. Whether it’s honing your strategic vision, fostering empathy, or leveraging holistic leadership, these essential skills are no longer optional – they are critical for success in the evolving CFO role.
Key Lessons:
- Embrace Your Inner Visionary: Step beyond technical prowess and immerse yourself in strategic leadership to lead change with confidence.
- Cultivate Emotional Intelligence: Connect authentically with teams and stakeholders, ensuring you’re not just heard but truly understood.
- Build a Future-Ready Team: Empower your finance team with skills that marry traditional expertise with innovative thinking.
- Prioritize with Purpose: Master the art of selective focus to remain agile and effective in a world of constant flux.
Get ready to be inspired as we uncover new frontiers in financial leadership – this isn’t your typical “deep dive,” it’s an opportunity to set sail into uncharted waters of success!
Use the Chapter Slide in the lower corner of the video to skip to each chapter.
Chapter 1: Introduction and Welcome 00:00
Chapter 2: The Evolving Role of the CFO 5:13
Chapter 3: Financial Strategy and the Power of EQ 09:53
Chapter 4: Leadership and Empowerment in Finance 14:45
Chapter 5: CFO Success Wheel and Future Skills 18:20
Chapter 6: Building Influence and Avoiding Burnout 34:00
Chapter 7: Closing Remarks and Audience Engagement 49:43
Here are quotes from the panel discussion that help summarize the key concepts presented.
Steve Rosvold: “Having a foundation is super important, so don’t forget about creating that solid foundation with Accounting, Finance, Treasury and Leadership.”
Jess Dewell: “The CFO’s vision is shaping the financial landscape of tomorrow.”
Andy Burrows: “I don’t think I see the essence of the CFO’s role itself changing all that much.”
Michelle Kvello: “The transition requires a broader skill set beyond your traditional finance.”
Sue Rosen: “Stepping into this strategic CFO role is not about doing more. It’s about thinking differently.”
Andy Burrows: “CFOs are going to need senior finance leadership around them to spread the load.”
Michelle Kvello: “We need to focus on EQ to shape the financial landscape of tomorrow.”
Sue Rosen: “CFOs require leadership presence, the ability to influence, inspire, and build trust.”
Steve Rosvold: “Linking talent to valuation is essential in the future CFO role.”
Sue Rosen: “Bring your curiosity because our ability to ask questions builds judgment.”
Steve Rosvold: “The CFO as a coach is becoming more important.”
Michelle Kvello: “Risky decisions can only be made from a place of psychological safety.”
Andy Burrows: “Start with the end in mind to build judgment.”
Sue Rosen: “Self-awareness and empathy are critical to building influence and being a strategic partner.”
Jess Dewell: “It’s up to us to find the pulse, to listen more, and to see what’s between the lines.”
These quotes encapsulate the evolving role of CFOs, emphasizing the importance of foundational skills, strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, leadership, and effective communication in shaping the future of finance leadership.
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