Andy Burt

Andy Burt

Andy is a veteran of business and finance media. With over 20 years of experience in the digital space, he focuses on strategy, operations, launching new products, great journalism, and managing teams who excel. He oversees all aspects of content for CFO.
Former SEC Chair Harvey Pitt Dies at 78
People

Former SEC Chair Harvey Pitt Dies at 78

The former SEC chair's tenure was short, but long after, he continued to espouse his appreciation for the role.
By Andy Burt | June 2, 2023
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Coupa CFO Tony Tiscornia: ‘I Wanted to Build Something Big’
Q&A

Coupa CFO Tony Tiscornia: ‘I Wanted to Build Something Big’

The tech finance chief explains what he has had to learn from his audit days, what excites him, and what keeps him up at night.
By Andy Burt | April 28, 2023
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Moody’s Flags 6 Additional Banks in Silicon Valley Bank Aftermath
Credit & Capital

Moody’s Flags 6 Additional Banks in Silicon Valley Bank Aftermath

Finance chiefs should be examining their banking partners for similarities to SVB's funding structure.
By Andy Burt | March 15, 2023
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KPIs and the Power of Measurement: Bernie Smith
Q&A

KPIs and the Power of Measurement: Bernie Smith

"I passionately believe in the power of measurement ... There is a structured, repeatable, and logical way of coming up with KPIs."
By Andy Burt | February 21, 2023
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Disney CFO Christine McCarthy Lacked Confidence in Ousted CEO Bob Chapek
People

Disney CFO Christine McCarthy Lacked Confidence in Ousted CEO Bob Chapek

Following "peak losses," the Disney CFO told the board the company was headed in the wrong direction.
By Andy Burt | November 22, 2022
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Tyson CFO Arrested, Reviving Critics’ Concerns Over Inexperience, Conflict of Interest
People

Tyson CFO Arrested, Reviving Critics’ Concerns Over Inexperience, Conflict of Interest

The arrest of John R. Tyson resurfaces concerns analysts raised following his appointment in October.
By Andy Burt | November 8, 2022
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Value Drivers: A Q&A With Reed Phillips and Charles Slack
Q&A

Value Drivers: A Q&A With Reed Phillips and Charles Slack

"CFOs are the people that should be the custodians of value in a company."
By Andy Burt | October 27, 2022
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Bed Bath & Beyond Names Laura Crossen Interim CFO Following Gustavo Arnal’s Death
Leadership

Bed Bath & Beyond Names Laura Crossen Interim CFO Following Gustavo Arnal’s Death

Crossen has over two decades of experience with the troubled retailer, but following Arnal's death, may face what is known as the "glass cliff."
By Andy Burt | September 6, 2022
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Bed Bath & Beyond CFO Gustavo Arnal’s Death Follows Stock Fraud Allegations
Risk & Compliance

Bed Bath & Beyond CFO Gustavo Arnal’s Death Follows Stock Fraud Allegations

The CFO, who reportedly committed suicide, was among multiple defendants, including BBB, in a complaint alleging a "pump-and-dump" stock-fraud scheme.
By Andy Burt | September 5, 2022
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1 out of 2 CFOs, CEOs to Cut Workforce, Talent Development Last: Weekly Stat
Budgeting & Planning

1 out of 2 CFOs, CEOs to Cut Workforce, Talent Development Last: Weekly Stat

A Gartner survey finds M&A is high on the investment chopping block, but companies will continue to invest in workforce development.
By Andy Burt | July 27, 2022
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Human-Centric Finance, Part 2: ‘The Complexity is Accelerating’
Q&A

Human-Centric Finance, Part 2: ‘The Complexity is Accelerating’

"I believe peer-to-peer learning is one of the most effective ways executives learn," said the Chief Executive Group's Marshall Cooper.
By Andy Burt | June 21, 2022
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Fed Looks to Raise Interest Rates
Banking & Capital Markets

Fed Looks to Raise Interest Rates

All eyes on the Fed as they announce the size of interest rate hikes later today.
By Andy Burt | June 15, 2022
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Human-Centric Finance: A Conversation with Andrew Hoag and Marshall Cooper
Strategy

Human-Centric Finance: A Conversation with Andrew Hoag and Marshall Cooper

When it comes to managing people, "there's no cookie cutter approach," said Andrew Hoag, CEO of Teampay.
By Andy Burt | June 1, 2022
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Michael Bayer: ‘CFOs Are Storytellers’
Q&A

Michael Bayer: ‘CFOs Are Storytellers’

And the story needs to resonate — with employees, customers, investors, and vendors, said the Wasabi Technologies CFO.
By Andy Burt | May 19, 2022
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Metric of the Week: CFOs Prefer Strategy Over Management
Strategy

Metric of the Week: CFOs Prefer Strategy Over Management

CFOs are thriving in their strategy and tactical roles, but are lagging in soft skills.
By Andy Burt | April 18, 2022
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