How detours, a diagnosis, and improv classes led to the C-suite (from a Silicon Valley CFO)

Join us as Shannon Nash, Silicon Valley CFO and public company board member, shares her remarkable journey through:

- The courage to leave comfort for California's unknown opportunities (4:35)
- A life-changing pivot when her son was diagnosed with autism (11:33)
- How working with Debbie Allen revolutionized her leadership approach (15:18)
- The power of improv classes in transforming finance teams (21:01)
- Navigating the shift from hands-on CFO to strategic board member (41:41)
- Managing household finances as a CFO power couple (30:58)
- The evolving landscape of the CPA profession and AI's impact (46:20)


Drawing from her rich experiences across biotech, tech, and entertainment, Shannon offers profound insights on embracing non-linear career paths, the importance of soft
skills in finance leadership, and why giving yourself grace is essential for long-term success.

This isn't just a career conversation – it's a masterclass in resilience, authenticity, and the power of saying "yes, and" to life's unexpected turns.