From Go to CFO

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From Go to CFO

A Podcast for aspiring finance leaders looking to take that next step in their careers. Hosted by the [axr] Recruitment & Search 3 amigos:  Greg O’Shea, Kunal Gupta and Nick Constain, this podcast will give you a unique insight into what it takes to become a successful CFO. Tune in as we speak to inspiring and successful CFOs from the [axr] network as they share their career journeys, how they got to be a CFO and what they learn along the way. It’s the closest thing you’re going to get to delving into the mind of a CFO! 

Episodes

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    S2, EP10: Tim Peel | start-ups, scaling for growth and successful leadership

    In another insightful episode of From Go to CFO, Nick Constain sat down with Tim Peel, CFO for Scape, Australia's largest student accommodation provider. Tim has had a very impressive and interesting career and has achieved great successes in a short period of time. In this episode, he talks: His international ‘yo yo’ career – moving from London to Sydney to London and back again.The university ‘milk round’ where all the big companies pitch different types of careers to to un...

    28 min

  2. 24 OCT

    S2, EP 9: James Plummer | Being an authentic leader and finding your passion

    In this episode of From Go to CFO, Nick Constain sat down with James Plummer, CFO for City Chic Collective to discuss his career journey so far and what he has learnt along the way. James speaks with authenticity about the importance of backing yourself and having the confidence to step in into that next role, having good people around you championing and supporting you, finding your passion, being true to yourself and why the principles of running can serve you well in life and career!&...

    15 min

  3. 10 OCT

    S2 E8: Christina Katsibouba | navigating challenges, corporate pressure and staying positive

    In this insightful episode of the podcast, Greg O'Shea sat down with powerhouse, Christina Katsibouba to discuss her career, key learnings and where to from here. Christina talks about her most recent role as CFO for The Star Entertainment Group, namely: The pressure that came with working for such a well-known company in a time when they were regularly in the news and there were complex challenges to manage / mediate. The concept of 'imposter syndrome' and why you don’t need ...

    28 min

  4. 2 OCT

    S2, EP7: Dave Newton | Learning to lead, getting out of your comfort zone and being kind to yourself

    In this episode of From Go to CFO, Kunal sat down with former colleague (and neighbour) Dave Newton, Director of Finance, ANZ at HelloFresh, to talk all things career, leadership and self discovery. David shares his insights on:The shift from being a contributor to a team vs the person leading the team Why it's important as a leader to be in a state of continual learning and adjusting your approach/style to what works for the individuals that are working for youGetting out of your comfor...

    34 min

  5. 12 SEPT

    S2, EP6: Hari Viswanathan | building relationships, backing yourself and knowing your worth

    In this episode of From Go to CFO, Kunal Gupta sat down with Hari Viswanathan to talk about his career to date and what it takes to be successful in the CFO role. Key insights included:Always be open to take on new challenges and push yourself out of your comfort zoneLearn to back yourself and identify where you can add value Building relationships and establishing trust is the most important thing to being a successful leaderDeliver what you say you're going to deliver - hold yourself a...

    30 min

  6. 6 SEPT

    S2, EP5: Carolyn Beagley | life and numbers, career diversity and living your passion

    In this insightful episode of From Go to CFO, Greg O’Shea sat down with Carolyn Beagley, Head of Commercial, Accent Group Limited to talk about life and numbers, her move from South Africa to Australia, her diverse career, working in the rag trade and her insights on how to get a seat at the table. Key highlights: How she has always been headhunted for roles for the majority of her career and has never had to actively interview.Finding her style as a leader and the pros and cons of being...

    24 min

  7. 7 AUG

    S2, E4: Kate Denton | From Acting CFO to the Top Job

    In this latest episode of 'From Go to CFO,' Greg O'Shea sat down with Kate Denton, Chief Financial Officer at Symbio to talk all things career, life and travel! Kate talks about her experiences working as the Acting CFO to stepping up into the top job, how she had to throw her hat into the ring and go through the 'process' with everyone else, why everyone has an opinion about CFOs and the importance of seizing every opportunity and backing yourself all the way! Kate is insightful, c...

    27 min

  8. 10 JULY

    S2, EP3: Georgia Coulston | working as a CFO in a male dominated industry

    In this latest episode of From Go to CFO, Kunal sat down with Georgia Coulston, CFO for A W Edwards and president of the NSW Chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction in Australia to talk all things finance, being a female leader in a male dominated industry and how she balances work and family life.It's an incredibly insightful chat about what it's like being in the top job, the challenges new mothers' face when returning to a leadership position, IQ, EQ and PQ, and the wa...

    35 min

  9. 5 JUNE

    S2, EP 2: Eden Skyring | Challenging the stereotypical view of a CFO

    Tune in for a great chat between Nick Contain and Eden Skyring, CFO for Coombes Property Group as he shares the highs and lows of his career, moving out of chartered, working across diverse industries and stepping outside of the finance bubble. Key highlights include: · Why the role of the CFO can be largely undefined, so you have to make it your own · The importance of building relationships and gaining trust across the business · To be successful,...

    17 min

  10. 29 MAY

    S2, EP1: Working with a recruiter - perspectives from a former finance professional | Kunal Gupta

    In episode one of our newly relaunched podcast, From Go to CFO, Greg O'Shea sat down with Kunal Gupta, a Senior Finance & Accounting Recruitment Consultant from [axr], to talk all things finance and recruitment. Kunal is a former Commercial Director, and after a lengthy finance career, decided to move over to the so-called 'dark side' of recruitment. In this episode, he shares his experiences being on both sides of the relationship, breaks down stereotypes of people's perception...

    21 min
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About

A Podcast for aspiring finance leaders looking to take that next step in their careers. Hosted by the [axr] Recruitment & Search 3 amigos:  Greg O’Shea, Kunal Gupta and Nick Constain, this podcast will give you a unique insight into what it takes to become a successful CFO. Tune in as we speak to inspiring and successful CFOs from the [axr] network as they share their career journeys, how they got to be a CFO and what they learn along the way. It’s the closest thing you’re going to get to delving into the mind of a CFO! 

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  • Creator
    [axr] Recruitment & Search
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 [axr] Recruitment & Search - From Go to CFO
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