NFL finance leaders’ average tenure is over 12 years

The National Football League’s finance leaders tend to stay in their positions far longer than CFOs in other industries, according to data compiled by CFO.com.

By Adam Zaki • Feb. 5, 2025

Quincy CFO talks BlackRock purchase of blockchain-powered municipal bond

Eric Mason, the CFO of his hometown of Quincy, Massachusetts, has launched an unprecedented form of public debt issuance in the U.S. that combines “the old with the new.”

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 31, 2025

CFOs On the Move: Week ending Jan. 31

Clorox’s treasurer was promoted to CFO, Victoria’s Secret named former Joann exec as chief financial officer and EV maker Lucid hired a new finance chief. 

By Lauren Muskett • Jan. 31, 2025

Rimini Street CFO Michael Perica on tariffs, ERP systems and ad hoc communication

Perica talks about how to navigate potential tariff-induced disruptors, his team’s 2025 plans and business collaboration. 

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 30, 2025

10 trendy workforce terms CFOs should know in 2025

Finance leaders looking to expand their impact or navigate a return-to-office push should be able to speak the labor lingo of even their most entry-level employees.

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 24, 2025

CFOs On the Move: Week ending Jan. 24

Abnormal Security names a new finance chief as it preps for an IPO, Birkenstock appoints a new CFO and Medtronic hires its new CFO from Renault. 

By Lauren Muskett • Jan. 24, 2025

Full circle leadership: Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital CFO Jessica McClain

The finance leader of the Girl Scouts’ largest district discusses her leadership style, tech stack management and planning around trends like the accountant shortage and DINKs.

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 23, 2025

OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar discusses AI development, IPOs and Musk’s ‘lawfare’

During the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the AI developer’s finance chief talked in detail about the company’s restructuring, Elon Musk’s legal actions and IPO best practices.

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 22, 2025

CFO Peer Audit: What does it take to be a great parent and CFO?

Finance leaders with kids share how they have been able to meet the demands of a CFO role while also being attentive to and active in their children’s lives.

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 17, 2025

CFOs On the Move: Week ending Jan. 17

MLB promotes an insider to the top finance spot, the Port of Los Angeles’ interim CFO will take on the role permanently and Mattel’s finance chief will retire in May. 

By Lauren Muskett • Jan. 17, 2025

5 labor trends CFOs should be aware of in 2025

CPA certification changes, return-to-office initiatives, data leveraging, workforce collaboration and a roadmap to a CEO position will likely be on CFO radars this year.

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 16, 2025

From crisis to confidence: HF Foods Group CFO Cindy Yao

Cindy Yao joined one of the country’s leading Asian food service product providers to lead it out of a difficult past and into a future that promises growth.

By Sandra Beckwith • Jan. 16, 2025

Jamie Dimon on regulations, tariffs and corporate growth: Trial Balance

In an interview with CBS News, JPMorgan’s CEO gave his perspective on the future of the United States and what business leaders need to do to help the country grow.

By Lauren Muskett , Adam Zaki • Jan. 13, 2025

Glenn Hopper to CFOs: Get your data AI ready

The AI insight whisperer advises CFOs on how to best approach the dynamic technology environment in the context of insights from his new book.

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 10, 2025

CFOs On the Move: Week ending Jan. 10

Freddie Mac names its interim CFO to the role permanently, Sphere Entertainment appoints long-time Disney exec as new CFO and Southwest Airlines' CFO to retire. 

By Lauren Muskett • Jan. 10, 2025

Collaborate or stagnate: 6 CFO trends for 2025

Throughout the year, finance leaders will navigate both their companies’ specific challenges and the changing dynamics of the CFO role by increasing finance’s impact across the organization.

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 9, 2025

No time to waste: Revvity CFO Max Krakowiak

Krakowiak describes the frenetic pace needed to complete a rebranding and the divestiture of a legacy business.

By David McCann • Jan. 9, 2025

47% of Gen Z think AI developers need permission to use their data

New survey data from EY provides multiple examples on how Gen Z’s use of generative AI far outweighs their understanding of it, creating an opportunity for companies willing to upskill young talent.

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 8, 2025

Apple’s Kevan Parekh begins his inaugural CFO role: Trial Balance

The company's new CFO, an internal promotion from the FP&A team, will likely hit the ground running as the company faces challenges on multiple fronts. 

By Lauren Muskett , Adam Zaki • Jan. 6, 2025

How DUDE Wipes’ CFO is preparing for 2025

Jeff Klimkowski shares his outlook on sustaining growth this year, providing finance chiefs with a real-life example of ways to balance demand and expansion.

By Adam Zaki • Jan. 3, 2025

How CFOs can navigate DEI, its pullback and any legal repercussions in 2025

As major companies pull back their DEI policies, thought leaders on all sides of the political and legal spectrum are advising CFOs to review their DEI policies for potential legal risks.

By Adam Zaki • Dec. 20, 2024

CFOs On the Move: Week ending Dec. 20

Ryder appoints a 20-year company veteran as its next CFO, Grocery Outlet hires a new finance chief and Broadridge names its interim CFO to the role permanently. 

By Lauren Muskett • Dec. 20, 2024

How Chipotle’s new CFO Adam Rymer is rolling out a plan for success

The homegrown CFO has spent nearly 16 years in the fast-casual restaurant chain’s finance function and hopes to continue where his predecessor, the company's first CFO, left off. 

By Adam Zaki • Dec. 19, 2024

The 6 a.m. CFO: How Vertex’s John Schwab starts his day

Schwab shares the importance of staying focused on your goals, hiring for the future and the components that drive high-performing teams. 

By CFO.com Editorial Staff • Dec. 19, 2024

CFOs On the Move: Week ending Dec. 13

Nissan moves its CFO to a new role, Heidrick & Struggles appoints a new finance chief and Morningstar promotes an insider to the CFO seat. 

By Lauren Muskett • Dec. 13, 2024