186. From Corporate Giants to SMEs: The Fractional CFO Revolution with Sara Daw

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In this episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, Hannah Munro, is joined by Sara Daw, Co-founder and Group CEO at the CFO Center and the Liberti Group. Sara shares her journey from the corporate world to founding the CFO Center, and provides valuable insights into the evolving role of CFOs, particularly in the context of fractional and part-time positions.

Key topics covered in this episode:

• The concept and benefits of fractional and part-time CFO roles for SMEs.
• The unique challenges and opportunities fractional CFOs face compared to their full-time counterparts.
• Strategies for effective financial management and planning in smaller businesses.
• The impact of technological advancements and AI on the CFO role.
• The integration of ESG and DEI initiatives within the CFO's responsibilities.
• The future of the C-suite and the growing importance of flexibility and adaptability in leadership roles.

Links mentioned

• Sara’s Linkedin
• Learn more about The CFO Centre
• Learn more about The Liberti Group
• Learn more about Sara’s work here
• Sara’s book “Strategy and Leadership as Service”

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Chapter

1. Future of Finance (00:00:00)

2. Role of Part-Time CFOs (00:05:17)

3. Evolution of the CFO Role (00:20:27)

4. The Changing Role of CFOs (00:26:14)

5. Fractional CFO Model and ESG Integration (00:33:17)

6. Transformation Project Partnership Success (00:46:42)