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Freddie Mac promotes interim finance chief to CFO

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The mortgage finance giant’s new CFO James Whitlinger’s annualized target total direct compensation will be $2.4 million, including $600,000 in salary, according to an SEC filing.

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Xactly CFO looks to non-finance talent to fill accounting gaps

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Teaching employees without a traditional finance background to speak the language can help circumvent ongoing talent shortages, CFO Jason Godley said.

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28% of big companies have no formal CFO succession plan, finance chiefs say

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The dearth of succession plans for departing finance chiefs comes as CFO turnover at public companies has soared this year.

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BlackBerry promotes cyber finance chief to company CFO

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The CFO shift comes as BlackBerry looks to realize $150 million in cost saving actions and to continue its separation plan for its IoT and cybersecurity divisions.

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The CFO Playbook: How to Decrease Costs & Increase Engagement

In a volatile economy, CFOs and finance leaders need to do a magic trick. On the one hand, you must pull out every cost-saving trick you can to run the organization efficiently. On the other hand, you need to find ways to motivate and engage your teams so that morale doesn’t take a hit.

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New Salesloft CFO keeps eye on finance ‘fundamentals’

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Though economic headwinds could accelerate a CFO’s shift to become a strategic leader, “business fundamentals” stay the same regardless, said Salesloft CFO Chris Nagy.

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1069: Driving Value Through Agile Finance Leadership | Lior Maza, CFO, Priority Software

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Under his guidance, the finance function adopted new performance measurementsfocusing on recurring revenue, net retention, and churnto manage a transition from traditional licensing to a SaaS model. Agile finance leadership, Maza tells us, is about looking beyond immediate metrics and creating frameworks that drive long-term value.

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Crafting Impact: Revenue Growth And Efficiency For Finance Professionals

Speaker: Ashley Harlan, MBA

What if your role as a fractional CFO went beyond operational support to actively shaping the future of your clients’ businesses? Join Ashley Harlan, CFO and financial strategist, to learn: 📈 Proven methods to prepare clients for long-term financial leadership transitions.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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The Financial Leaders Playbook: How To Deliver Insight, Oversight, And Foresight

Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

We’ll explore how today’s finance professionals can juggle the day-to-day operations while also delivering the long term vision that drives growth. Imagine being a financial leader who not only ensures the books are balanced but also shapes the future of your organization.

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The Ultimate Finance Toolkit: Proven Strategies For Impact And Efficiency

Speaker: Duke Heninger

With the rise of fractional finance roles, many CFOs, FP&A professionals, controllers, and accountants are stepping into independent consulting. The expansion of fractional services presents new opportunities for finance professionals, but many face challenges in navigating this transition, finding it daunting.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025?

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Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statement

Speaker: Wayne Spivak - President and Chief Financial Officer of SBA * Consulting LTD, Industry Writer, and Public Speaker

Join Wayne Spivak, experienced CFO and corporate finance expert, for an insightful discussion on managing cash flow and company profitability. Your CFO vs. your CPA Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statements, and which one is more important to your business April 6th, 2023 at 9:30am PST, 12:30pm EST, 5:30pm GMT

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How Automation is Driving Efficiency Through the Last Mile of Reporting

Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”.