217. The CFO’s Next Chapter: Mastering the Transition to NED with Jeremy Earnshaw

In this fourth instalment of the Mastering M&A series, host Hannah Munro is joined by Jeremy Earnshaw, Founding Director of Clarendon and experienced CFO, to explore the journey from CFO to Non-Executive Director (NED). Whether you're considering your first NED role or want to understand the challenges and opportunities that come with it, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
Also covered in this session:
  • How the role differs from an executive position and the mindset shift required
  • The reality of NED roles vs. advertised time commitments
  • How to assess opportunities and avoid roles that aren't the right fit
  • Common pitfalls, governance struggles, and difficult board dynamics
  • The key to being an effective NED
  • Tips for aspiring NEDs, including building experience and crafting the right CV
  • What is the change that we’re seeing in finance teams and what does that have to do with value?
  • How do we define value?
  • How value goes beyond economic impact
  • What are the components of economic value identification?
  • Examples of the value identification conversation
  • What this means for the skills in finance
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