CFO 4.0
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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CFO 4.0
189. CFO Stories: Scaling Success: Navigating Growth and Funding with Luigi Testa
In this weeks episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro sits down with Luigi Testa, CFO at LinkSquares, to discuss his journey and the incredible growth story of LinkSquares. Luigi shares his insights on transitioning into the CFO role, navigating funding rounds, and scaling the finance function within a rapidly growing company.
Key points covered:
- The importance of strategic finance skills over traditional accounting backgrounds in the CFO role.
- Insights into the Series A to Series C funding processes, including investor expectations and maintaining clean financials.
- Common challenges during rapid growth and the importance of resilience and problem-solving.
- Key financial metrics and unit economics crucial for SaaS companies and how they evolve.
- Strategies for hiring the right talent and balancing process and control with growth objectives.
Links mentioned:
- Luigi's Linkedin
- Learn more about LinkSquares
- Luigi’s Book Recommendation: The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months
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