‘Cost of Growth’ editor’s note for April 15, 2024

Sneakers and slide rules.

By Andy Burt • April 15, 2024

Chicago transit oversight board CFO: Strategy creation to execution

“We've been driving innovation in core areas like budgeting, financial reporting, and IT. This collaborative spirit positions us for continued success,” Kevin Bueso said.

By Adam Zaki • April 12, 2024

CFOs on the move: Week ending April 12

New CFOs at KFC Global, Brightcove, Illumina, and more.   

By Lauren Muskett • April 12, 2024

Siemens Mobility NA’s CFO Bernd Blumenstein Drives Change for 176 Year-Old Company

As a regional CFO of a 176-year-old company, Blumenstein explains his part in the organization’s shift from a manufacturer to a technology provider. 

By Adam Zaki • April 11, 2024

The 6 a.m. CFO: How the Savannah Bananas’ Dr. Tim Naddy Starts His Day

Naddy shares how he structures his mornings, his favorite quote, and what his walk out song would be.   

By CFO Editorial Staff • April 11, 2024

‘Financial Controls’ Editor’s Note for April 8, 2024

Recent stories indicate that leadership morals are not enough to keep a company safe. An internal controls framework is critical as well.

By Andy Burt • April 8, 2024

Royal Bank of Canada Fires CFO Over Undisclosed Personal Relationship

The internal investigation that ousted Nadine Ahn may result in forfeiture of significant compensation due to misconduct.

By Andy Burt • April 8, 2024

Former Indiana Schools CFO Charged With Corruption, Theft

Scott Bumgardner faces 21 felony charges for corrupt business influence and theft, as the school system looks to recover the missing funds while shoring up its financial controls. 

By Andy Burt • April 5, 2024

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending April 5

New CFOs at Spotify, Heathrow Airport, Farmers Insurance, Jacobs Solutions, World Insurance Associates, and more. 

By Adam Zaki • April 5, 2024

From Investment Banker to First-Time CFO: Moloco’s Brandon Maultasch

“There's always a balancing act of scrappy and scalable in each of the capabilities we’re building on the finance team.”

By Sandra Beckwith • April 4, 2024

‘Mentors’ Editor’s Note for April 1, 2024

You never know who might be watching. 

By Andy Burt • April 1, 2024

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending March 29

New CFO appointments at SharkNinja, GameStop, Viz.ai, and more. 

By Lauren Muskett • March 29, 2024

M&A Leader Turned Healthcare CFO: MultiPlan’s Jim Head

“I consistently tell investors, my job is about walking the tightrope between enhancing our margins and reinvesting back into the business.”

By Adam Zaki • March 28, 2024

The 6 a.m. CFO: How Fresh FP&A’s Chris Ortega Starts His Day

“Often, many tend to focus on results as rewards, but throughout my life, I have realized the biggest reward you will get from any situation is the journey itself.”

By CFO Editorial Staff • March 28, 2024

Rave Restaurant Group Appoints New CFO, 5 Other Execs to Leadership Team

The company hired Jay Rooney as chief financial officer as it focuses on growing its buffet concept while overall unit count shrinks.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • March 27, 2024

Former Long Island School CFO Found Guilty, Faces Sentencing

The former CFO of The Schechter School, David Ostrove, has been found guilty of misappropriating over $8 million dollars from the private Jewish school.

By Adam Zaki • March 26, 2024

Real Estate Developer’s CFO Accused of Stealing Millions of Government Grants for Homeless

Court filings in California allege a CFO stole millions of tax payer dollars, on top of multiple accusations of fraud, to finance an upscale lifestyle for him and his girlfriend. 

By Adam Zaki • March 26, 2024

‘Innovation’ Editor’s Note for March 25, 2024

“I’m telling my team that we have to go experiment. Not everything’s going to work. But if we see an interesting use case or implementation of AI, let’s go try it.”

By Andy Burt • March 25, 2024

CFO Peer Audit: How Do CFOs Craft the Right Tone in Digital Communications?

“I think getting tone correctly is important because if people take your message the wrong way, it can really sidetrack a lot of important decisions to be made or actions that need to be taken,” said Apex’s CFO Chantal Wessels. 

By Adam Zaki • March 22, 2024

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending March 22

New CFOs at DraftKings, Insulet, Varo Bank, Cineworld Group, and other companies.   

By Lauren Muskett • March 22, 2024

WNBA’s Seattle Storm CFO Dies Following Medical Emergency

“We are shocked by her unexpected passing, and profoundly aware of how important Tricia was to our Storm organization and the city’s sports community,” Ginny Gilder, co-owner of the Storm, said in a statement. 

By Andy Burt • March 22, 2024

Bon Secours Mercy Health Names New CFO

Travis Crum, currently senior vice president of finance, will assume the CFO role in the summer. He replaces Debbie Bloomfield, who is set to retire at the end of the year.

By Susanna Vogel • March 20, 2024

‘Inside Baseball’ Editor’s Note for March 18, 2024

Building a community for finance chiefs isn’t just about providing information. 

By Andy Burt • March 18, 2024

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending March 15

CFO changes at Restaurant Brands International, CoreWeave, Continental, Phoenix Motor, and other companies.   

By Lauren Muskett • March 15, 2024

Finance and DEI: How CFOs Can Depoliticize and Reduce Legal Risk

CFOs and legal experts weigh in on how a proper approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion can help culture and reduce legal risk. 

By Adam Zaki • March 15, 2024