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

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.
Also covered in this session:
  • 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.
  • 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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