Chris and Mike catch up with Vinay Handa, finance transformation lead at LV Insurance and part-time DJ, to talk about career pivots, human-centered change, and why tech hype always needs a reality check. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike chat with Myles Arnott about fractional finance, boundaries, and why small-scale innovation often beats big projects. A candid and practical take on modern finance leadership, delivered with authenticity and a touch of fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike are joined by Tariq Munir, author of Reimagine Finance, to unpack how AI and technology are reshaping the finance role. From democratised data to continuous transformation, Tariq explains why curiosity, courage, and critical thinking matter more than ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike sit down with CFO Marie Charpentier to explore what it really takes to scale a business with discipline. From strategy and culture to failure and confidence, Marie shares why finance leaders must be true partners in growth — not just number crunchers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike are joined by data and risk expert Vlado Novotný to talk data governance, decision paralysis, and what happens when teams start talking—and stop just pushing data. Plus: teenage driving lessons and Czech recycling rates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike sit down with Hugo Boss SVP Katharina Herzog to talk proud parenting, breaking norms, and why finance and tax are anything but boring. A refreshingly human take on leadership, transformation, and the real value of accountants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike celebrate 100 episodes and the start of series 3 with CFOs Dominique Highfield and Brad Channer to explore leadership beyond the numbers. From adaptability and authenticity to battling imposter syndrome and building peer communities, it’s an unfiltered look at what it really takes to lead in today’s finance world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In a role reversal, Chris interviews co-host Mike Rose on what it really takes to work remotely, stay productive, and define success on your own terms. From Ethiopia to Malta, this episode is full of honesty, humour, and a few unexpected data fails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike chat with author and wellbeing advocate Sharon Critchlow about EQ, burnout, and bringing your whole self to work. From boardroom dress codes to community culture, it’s a thoughtful and energising conversation about leading (and living) with intention. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike are joined by delivery lead Matt Scarth to talk hackathons, AI in planning, and whether swearing at work is ever okay. A thoughtful, funny look at what it takes to lead teams, solve problems, and stay authentic — even under pressure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Michael Spyrou joins Chris and Mike to talk about building Axcelera, the power of values, and why growing businesses need finance functions that scale with them. From zebra startups to automation myths, this is fractional finance with a full-stack mindset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike take you behind the scenes of the GENCFO Awards at Ministry of Sound — why it exists, who it celebrates, and how it became one of the most energising nights in the finance calendar. Less stiff suits, more sticky floors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hugh O’Neill joins Chris and Mike to talk trust, tech, and the truth about transformation. From post-close chaos to AI resistance, they explore why real change starts with people — and why leaders need to let go to move forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike chat with Idox Divisional Director Alex Wrottesley about AI hype, messy data, and why open innovation beats building in secret. From rights of way to startup thinking, this episode gets real about the systems—and mindsets—shaping the future of leadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's time for another look back! Chris and Mike reflect on recent episodes—from ESG realism and invisible spreadsheet heroes to the power of writing a book. Expect insight, honesty, and a little bit of F1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jamie Lyon joins Chris and Mike live at the GENCFO Summit to talk future skills, AI myths, sustainability truths, and what ACCA’s Global Talent Trends survey says about the changing world of finance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Susana Serrano-Davey joins Chris and Mike to share her remarkable journey from CFO to career mentor (and part-time mango farmer). They talk confidence myths, calling out hippos, and why clarity—not bravado—is the real key to career transformation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike are joined by GENCFO’s own Sophie Goad and Kira Cluer to go behind the scenes of the GENCFO Summit. From event strategy to community-building, they unpack what it means to “direct the disruption” — and why connection, content, and culture still matter more than ever in a virtual-first world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Giles Male joins Chris and Mike to talk about all things Excel, transformation, and eSports — with a side of social media, strategy, and alter egos. It's an honest, entertaining dive into how finance can level up by going back to basics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris and Mike sit down with Susan Walsh, the Classification Guru, to talk about the surprisingly messy world of data and why fixing “dirty data” is more important than most leaders realize. From writing books to cleaning spreadsheets, Susan shares her no-nonsense take on how better data leads to better decisions — and why leaders need to care long before things go off the rails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.