Looking to build an efficient accounting team so you can focus on strategy and business growth? As the role of the CFO changes to include long-term performance-...
Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles, Founder of Money Ripples
In this episode of CFO Weekly, Chris Miles, Founder of Money Ripples, joins Megan Weis to expose the myths behind conventional money advice and reveal smarter ways to generate passive income. Chris shares his journey from being a conventional financial advisor to achieving financial independence twice, including how he escaped $1 million in debt after the last recession.
Chris, the “Cash Flow Expert” and Anti-Financial Advisor, is a leading authority teaching entrepreneurs and professionals how to get their money working for them today. His expertise has been featured in US News, CNN Money, Entrepreneurs on Fire, and BiggerPockets. Through his company, Money Ripples, Chris has helped clients increase their cash flow by nearly $300 million over the past 12 years.
What You’ll Learn:
Why most financial advisors aren't financially free themselves
How Chris went from millionaire to millions of dollars in debt and back again
The biggest lies about 401(k)s, the stock market, and "set-it-and-forget-it" investing
The best passive income strategies that actually work today
How alternative investments can provide better returns with lower risk
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NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva, CFO & COO at CARE
In this episode of CFO Weekly, Ranil DeSilva, Chief Financial and Operating Officer at CARE, joins Megan Weis to dive into financial sustainability, NGO finance, business partnering, supply chain, and digital transformation. Learn how modern financial leadership can transform humanitarian operations through innovative technology and strategic resource management.
With over 26 years of experience spanning public practice, funds management, and international NGOs, Ranil brings a unique perspective to humanitarian finance and operations. A Certified Practicing Accountant with executive education from Oxford University and MIT Sloan, he has held pivotal roles, including interim CFO at Save the Children Norway and Global Director of Financial Analysis.
In this episode, we discuss:
How CARE manages a $900 million portfolio across 50 country offices
The unique challenges of financial management in the NGO space
How technological innovations are reshaping NGO operations
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Why CFOs are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley, CFO at Teradata
In this episode of CFO Weekly, Claire Bramley, Chief Financial Officer at Teradata, joins Megan Weis to discuss the modern CFO, how technology and AI are reshaping the CFO's responsibility, and defining what a successful executive looks like. Claire also dives into career growth, leadership strategies, and the underestimated power of storytelling in finance.
With a vast background in corporate finance and technology, Claire brings over two decades of experience, including significant tenure at HP, where she served as Global Controller and led finance strategy for their $17 billion EMEA business. Claire's expertise spans financial controls, strategic planning, and digital transformation, particularly in leveraging AI and analytics for business growth.
In this episode, we discuss:
The evolution of the CFO role beyond traditional financial operations
How Teradata implements rotation programs and cross-functional collaboration to develop talent
The impact of AI and analytics on financial decision-making
How modern CFOs balance traditional responsibilities with expanding strategic duties
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Rethinking Leadership: Ditch Tradition & Drive Impact with Rick Yvanovich
In this episode of CFO Weekly, Rick Yvanovich, CEO & Founder of TRG International, explores why traditional leadership is failing—and how emotionally intelligent, purpose-driven leadership is the future. He shares decades of insights on how businesses can adapt and thrive in an era of constant change.
Rick is a Certified Chief Master Coach, serial entrepreneur, and the author of Business as Unusual. With over 40 years of leadership experience spanning multiple industries, he helps organizations unlock their potential through smarter leadership and cultural transformation.
In this episode, we discuss:
The transformative role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership and strategic decision-making
The reasons traditional business models are struggling and how organizations can adapt to thrive
Key strategies for CFOs to maintain relevance and drive value in an era of digital transformation
Why hiring for attitude and potential is more impactful than focusing solely on technical skills
The essential elements of building a high-performance, purpose-driven company that fosters growth and innovation
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Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington, Global CFO of Baker McKenzie
In this episode of CFO Weekly, William Washington, Global CFO of Baker McKenzie, joins Megan Weis to share his experiences regarding financial leadership, process improvement, operational efficiency, and many more. William also dives into the Six Sigma methodologies in financial operations and preparing finance teams for the AI revolution.
As a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with an MBA and Master's in Law Firm Management, William combines deep financial understanding with operational excellence principles to drive organizational success. His career spans prominent roles at global organizations, including Accenture and Fannie Mae, before finding his true calling in legal finance leadership.
In this episode, we discuss:
How the Six Sigma methodologies transform financial operations and process improvement
The unique challenges of financial leadership in law firms
The importance of authentic leadership and creating a culture where "trying is not a failure"
What impact does AI have on financial operations
Looking to build an efficient accounting team so you can focus on strategy and business growth? As the role of the CFO changes to include long-term performance-driver, all-knowing technology expert and full-company strategic guide, more and more accounting leaders are left overwhelmed. Join us as we talk to CFOs, Controllers and other industry veterans who share their expertise on how to streamline accounting processes, create established efficiency and move to a data-driven model, allowing you to tackle what matters.
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