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The CFOs Role in Representing the Business Externally 🌟 As a key member of your company's leadership, your role extends beyond the boardroom to external stakeholders like investors, customers, and regulators. Understanding and engaging with these groups effectively is crucial for your company's success. Here are ten ways CFOs interact with external parties: 1.Providing shareholder updates. 2. Showcasing results to analysts. 3. Presenting to potential investors. 4. Negotiating with suppliers. 5. Managing customer debts. 6. Reporting to regulators. 7. Engaging with PR specialists. 8. Attending industry conferences. 9. Presenting at webinars. 10. Featuring in online company videos. To excel in representing your business externally, focus on: Honesty: Transparency is key. Financial Savvy: Know your numbers inside out. Positivity: Stay optimistic without sugarcoating. Your ability to cultivate trust, communicate effectively, and exude confidence will inspire confidence in your business, paving the way for stronger partnerships and increased productivity. Interested in learning more about refining your CFO leadership skills? Sign up for our next Future CFO program preview event: https://lnkd.in/ezf5nccm  #BusinessSuccess #ExternalRepresentation #AspiringCFO #FutureCFO

Aspiring CFOs: A Roadmap to Financial Leadership

The hot off the oven Global CFO study from Egon Zehnder is here! CFOs remain the most important right hand person to the CEO and the business, and more CFOs make it to the CEO succession than other C-suite executives! #CFO #Egonzehnder #leadershipforabetterworld

🌟 Elevating Business Representation: The CFO’s External Engagement As a vital part of the leadership team, the CFO plays a pivotal role not only within the confines of the boardroom but also in engaging with external stakeholders such as investors, customers, and regulators. Effective interaction with these groups is fundamental to the success of the company. Here are ten ways CFOs engage with external parties: 1. Providing shareholder updates 2. Showcasing results to analysts 3. Presenting to potential investors 4. Negotiating with suppliers 5. Managing customer debts 6. Reporting to regulators 7. Engaging with PR specialists 8. Attending industry conferences 9. Presenting at webinars 10. Featuring in online company videos To excel in representing the business externally, focus on: • Honesty: Transparency is paramount. • Financial Savvy: Master your numbers. • Positivity: Maintain optimism while staying realistic. By fostering trust, effective communication, and confidence, you can instill faith in your business, fostering stronger partnerships and enhanced productivity. #BusinessSuccess #ExternalRepresentation #CFOLeadership #FutureCFO #ProfessionalDevelopment

I was thrilled to share my perspectives on the role of the CFO and my leadership journey so far, including as CFO of Haleon, as part of a recent interview with Criticaleye for its CFO Series. Within the profile piece, I share my experiences and insights, including some of the challenges when assuming the role of Haleon’s CFO: “The biggest thing was hiring expertise for the things I didn’t know. That comes with being very clear and authentic around what I know and what I don’t know.” I also explore what’s required of a CFO today, with the remit and expectations of the role evolving as businesses navigate an increasingly complex landscape: “You need to have this ability to be a strategist on one day, and then the next day, go into the nth degree of detail to ensure there isn’t a control issue, and then the next day, it’s about compliance. So how do you jump between governance, strategy and all the other faces of a CFO’s role?” I hope you find the article insightful and that it resonates with you as you continue on your own professional journey.   #FinanceLeadership #CFOJourney #FinanceInnovation #LeadershipInsights

👥 Join us Thursday, May 2nd for a program by the Atlanta CFO Leadership Council: "The CFO-CEO Partnership: Navigating the Most Important Relationship in the C-Suite". Register today: https://lnkd.in/eERMPVnY As CFO, you play a critical role in the success of any organization, and the relationship between you and the CEO is arguably the most important one in the C-Suite. But it isn’t always easy, and it doesn’t always go as smoothly as you’d hope. How do you avoid the common pitfalls and trapdoors? How do you build a strong relationship with your CEO based on shared vision, candor, trust, and respect? In this exclusive CFLOC workshop, you’ll explore the key elements that make up a strong relationship between the CFO and CEO and the benefits that can be realized when both parties work together as true strategic partners. You’ll learn practical strategies and techniques for building and nurturing this relationship, including effective communication, collaboration, and alignment around common goals. Derek Bong Ginny D'Elena, CPA, MBA Nora C Foster Ryan Hansen Chris Hughes, CPA John Kahn Tammy LeBlanc Fravel Jimmy LeBow Petra Orquiola CPA Mark Petersen Karen Reid Chris Rosselli Vivek Ruparel Ailish Ryan, MAcc Matthew Sanna, MBA Jane Bray Sidler, MBA Harry Vasavada Chris Voudouris Andrew Waguespack Susan Young #AtlantaCFO #SeniorFinanceLeaders #CFOLC #CFOCommunity

Six takeaways from the CFO Leadership Council's Spring Conference 👇

We'd love to hear your insights on what poses the most significant challenge for you. Share your thoughts in our poll! Navigating succession planning in your CPA firm? It's a path laden with challenges and opportunities. Many of us have experienced the hurdles, from finding the right future leaders to aligning partner groups. #WhitmanTransitionAdvisors #CPA #CPASuccess #StrategicPartnership #GoalAchievement #CareerBoost #LeadershipJourney #OpportunityKnocks #CommunityEngagement #LinkedInNetworking #FutureReady #CPACommunity #CPASuccess #Advisory

Six takeaways from the CFO Leadership Council's Spring Conference 👇

Six takeaways from the CFO Leadership Council's Spring Conference 👇