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Immersed in Banking: Hope Dmuchowski

Immersed in Banking: Hope Dmuchowski

“If you want to be a CFO, do a rotation in accounting and treasury to gain that essential core knowledge,” said the First Horizon CFO.

By Sandra Beckwith | January 5, 2023

2022 CFO Departures and Arrivals

2022 CFO Departures and Arrivals

From BNY Mellon to Bed Bath & Beyond, McDonald’s to Tyson Foods, many companies saw changes in the CFO position last year.

By Lauren Muskett | December 30, 2022

A South African CFO’s Role in Shaping Corporate Culture

A South African CFO’s Role in Shaping Corporate Culture

A South African CFO now working at a Texas startup helps define workplace culture with budgeting, example, and attitude.

By Sandra Beckwith | December 22, 2022

South African CFO Finds Growth and Purpose in American Startup

South African CFO Finds Growth and Purpose in American Startup

When the CFO of a large public company joined a startup, he learned to experience and appreciate the differences.

By Sandra Beckwith | December 15, 2022

The 6 a.m. CFO: How Community National Bank and Trust of Texas’ Steven Nutt Starts His Day

The 6 a.m. CFO: How Community National Bank and Trust of Texas’ Steven Nutt Starts His Day

Nutt shares his lifelong love of baseball, learning to lead, and how he likes to do things "with purpose."

By CFO Editorial Staff | December 15, 2022

South African CFO’s Leap of Faith to Join Texas Health Care Startup

South African CFO’s Leap of Faith to Join Texas Health Care Startup

Brett Tromp, former CFO of South Africa’s largest health insurance carrier, discusses why he left his country to join a startup in Texas.

By Sandra Beckwith | December 8, 2022

Naming An Interim CFO Has Its Benefits

Naming An Interim CFO Has Its Benefits

Appointing an interim CFO need not be avoided at all costs, according to a new study.

By Vincent Ryan | August 5, 2022

Temp to Top: Leanne Cunningham’s Ascent to CFO

Temp to Top: Leanne Cunningham’s Ascent to CFO

“Once I figured out it was a place I wanted to stay, I showed up every day trying to earn my spot,” said the Brown-Forman finance chief.

By Vincent Ryan | April 28, 2022

How Much Industry Experience Does Your New CFO Need?

Human Capital & Careers

How Much Industry Experience Does Your New CFO Need?

A CFO with solid industry knowledge can quickly serve as a strategic partner to the business.

By Yasmine O’Brien | July 8, 2021

The Skill That Can Make or Break a CFO’s Career

The Skill That Can Make or Break a CFO’s Career

Successful CFOs can deliver compelling financial presentations. Here's how to do it.

By Rob Morhaim | June 21, 2021

CFO Job-Hopping: How Much Is Too Much?

Growth Companies

CFO Job-Hopping: How Much Is Too Much?

Job-hopping brings risks, among them ‘job trajectory impairment’ and a negative perception of the person’s professional judgment.

By Sandra Beckwith | April 8, 2021

Evaluating CFO Career Trends Requires Long View

Evaluating CFO Career Trends Requires Long View

Your ability to spot career opportunities may be limited if you're too fixated on the present.

By David McCann | February 4, 2016