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For this CFO 4.0 Revisited episode, Hannah Munro is joined by Paul Lee, Partner at Deloitte UK, to explore one of the most debated shifts in modern working life – the move to hybrid.

Drawing on his experience at Deloitte, Paul challenges the idea that there is a single “right” answer. Instead, he highlights the importance of asking better questions – around productivity, collaboration, employee expectations, and long-term business impact.

What’s covered in this episode

• Working from home, hybrid, and returning to the office – how to assess the right approach
• Key questions finance leaders should be asking about hybrid working models
• The role of technology in enabling the future of work
• How developments like 5G and WiFi 6 could reshape how and where we work

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• Paul's LinkedIn
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For this CFO 4.0 Revisited episode, Hannah Munro is joined by James Owen, Global CFO of the Profiles Division at Kantar, to explore how modern finance leaders are reshaping planning, forecasting, and decision-making in an increasingly data-driven world.

What’s covered in this episode

• Why market data is essential for meaningful performance benchmarking
• How to improve communication and understanding of financial insights across the business
• The role of Integrated Business Planning in driving better forecasts and decisions
• Why data science is becoming a core capability within finance teams
• How to assess finance talent beyond technical skills
• The importance of scenario planning across ambition, realism, and prudence

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• James’ LinkedIn
• Learn more about Kantar
• Chief Financial Officer UK Flagship Summit

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For this CFO 4.0 Revisited episode, Hannah Munro is joined by Claire Bodanis, Founder and Director of Falcon Windsor and one of the UK’s leading authorities on corporate reporting. Claire shares a practical and honest view of what it really takes to produce an annual report that cuts through the noise.

What’s covered in this episode

• The biggest challenges organisations face when producing the annual report today
• How to create a report that is engaging, clear and valuable to investors
• Balancing regulatory requirements with meaningful communication
• How to handle and communicate difficult or negative news
• Common mistakes businesses make in their annual reporting
• What is changing in the world of corporate reporting and what it means for finance teams

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• Claire's LinkedIn
• Falcon Windsor
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