Wayfair CFO says pandemic hangover is building a stronger company

After years of layoffs and slowing demand, Kate Gulliver says a leaner organization with smaller teams and simpler incentives is now executing more effectively.

By Adam Zaki • June 9, 2026

Connecticut tech firm’s ex-CFO pleads guilty to wire fraud

Pamela Aguilar, who prosecutors say stole almost $740,000 from her employer as CFO, faces a maximum of 20 years in prison.

By Dan Niepow • June 5, 2026

Inside the CFO Leadership Council’s 20-year bet on the modern CFO

President Jack McCullough saw a future where CFOs would lead far beyond finance, a vision that looks increasingly familiar in the era of the COFO.

By Adam Zaki • June 5, 2026

CFOs On the Move: Week ending June 5

Mastercard replaces its CFO as part of a leadership reshuffle, Trade Desk hires a new finance chief and Nubank appoints a Visa exec as chief financial officer. 

By Lauren Muskett • June 5, 2026

Net Health CFO on shifting from apparel retail to niche SaaS

Christy Totin discusses the appeal of healthcare software financial leadership after a decade in retail finance.

By Sandra Beckwith • June 4, 2026

The 6 a.m. CFO: How Point CFO’s Jason Hershman starts his day

The fractional CFO firm’s founder shares tips on how to craft an effective email, the importance of consistency and how he is a dedicated endurance athlete. 

By CFO.com editorial staff • June 4, 2026

How MLB star Fernando Tatis Jr.’s earnings deal is a dealmaking lesson

Dr. Tim Naddy of the Savannah Bananas explores what happens when elite talent intersects with immediate monetization before financial maturity catches up. 

By Dr. Tim Naddy • June 3, 2026

CFOs On the Move: Week ending May 29

Peloton names a new finance chief, Rollins promotes its chief accounting officer to CFO and Cencora hires Bath & Body Works’ chief financial officer.

By Lauren Muskett • May 29, 2026

Mid-market CFOs confront growing execution strain

During H1 2026 discussions hosted by the CFO Alliance, finance leaders describe rising pressure tied to AI implementation, healthcare inflation and operational resilience.

By Adam Zaki • May 29, 2026

Bill shuffles senior executives

Business payments company Bill Holdings named new leaders for product, technology and revenue roles amid a broader restructuring.

By Justin Bachman • May 28, 2026

Thrive CFO on standing out in a ‘fragmented’ IT marketplace

Named to the top financial seat of IT managed services provider Thrive in January, Matt Kosovsky talks through the complexities of the tech sector today.

By Dan Niepow • May 28, 2026

UCLA consolidates CFO role after finance dispute and athletics pressure

The restructuring follows the departure of former CFO Stephen Agostini as many flagship universities continue to face rising deficits and growing financial pressure.

By Adam Zaki • May 27, 2026

Brex co-founder’s hiring demands expose AI-era labor tensions

As tech companies cut jobs for AI efficiency, a recent LinkedIn post from Henrique Dubugras highlights tensions between AI-native labor expectations and younger workers’ views on burnout.

By Adam Zaki • May 27, 2026

CFOs On the Move: Week ending May 22

Amgen names a new chief financial officer, Thales hires Nissan’s former CFO and Rent the Runway’s finance chief tenders his resignation.

By Lauren Muskett • May 22, 2026

Why this coffee CFO keeps his CPA license up to date

Caesar Pereira, who became finance chief of Louisiana-based Community Coffee earlier this year, says he’s come to rely on the “vigor” of continuing professional education courses.

By Dan Niepow • May 21, 2026

The 6 a.m. CFO: How Dope CFO’s Andrew Hunzicker starts his day

Hunzicker discusses his passion for rock climbing, why he replaced lengthy emails with quick videos and the power of saying yes when building a business.

By CFO.com editorial staff • May 21, 2026

CFOs On the Move: Week ending May 15

Redwood Materials hired Tesla's former finance chief, CRH promoted an insider to chief financial officer and the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx have tapped the Pittsburgh Penguins CFO. 

By Lauren Muskett • May 15, 2026

Senate confirms Warsh as next Fed chair

The mostly party-line vote comes amid concerns of whether Kevin Warsh will maintain central bank independence or hew closer to President Trump’s interest-rate demands than his predecessor.

By Dan Ennis • May 14, 2026

Why National Life Group’s CFO prizes curiosity above all

Matt Frazee, a longtime employee at the life insurer, talks through his career journey, the traits he looks for in others and the state of the insurance business these days.

By Dan Niepow • May 14, 2026

Microsoft CFO Amy Hood discusses career uncertainty in Duke speech: Trial Balance

Addressing roughly 7,000 Duke graduates during a commencement speech on Sunday, Hood shared lessons that align with many of the challenges facing her CFO peers.

By Adam Zaki , Lauren Muskett • May 11, 2026

CFOs On the Move: Week ending May 8

Shake Shack hires Portillo's former finance chief, Six Flags CFO steps down and Texas Roadhouse's ex-CFO joins Chuck E. Cheese’s parent company.

By Lauren Muskett • May 8, 2026

Authority Brands CFO on finance leadership in the franchise industry

Former Cracker Barrel VP and Primrose Schools finance chief Josh Greear shares his path to leading finance at the multi-brand home service franchisor.

By Sandra Beckwith • May 7, 2026

CFO tenure averages just 2.1 years at public companies, lowest in C-suite

Despite shortened tenures, CFO compensation has climbed more than 60% over the past five years, according to a new study.

By David McCann • May 5, 2026

CFOs On the Move: Week ending May 1

Puma appoints a new chief financial officer, Booz Allen Hamilton names a former Boeing exec as CFO and PPG hires Avient’s finance chief.

By Lauren Muskett • May 1, 2026

The 6 a.m. CFO: How Trintech’s Omar Choucair starts his day

The fintech CFO says he begins his mornings with music instead of coffee, cycles 1,800 miles a year and shares a favorite number with George Costanza. 

By CFO.com editorial staff • April 30, 2026