Lee Tsukroff, CFO and COO of Thorne, shares how he’s helping shape the future of consumer wellness by blending financial discipline with purpose-driven innovation. From Unilever to Ben & Jerry’s to leading Thorne’s mission of personalized health, Lee reflects on his career journey, what it takes to lead operationally as a CFO, and how AI and personalization are transforming the supplement space. He also opens up about leadership values, philanthropic work, and the vital role of trust and radical candor in building successful executive partnerships. This is a deep dive into what it means to lead with impact—inside and outside the business.

Revolutionize your perspective on financial leadership in the digital age, where the dynamic interplay of data and AI is fundamentally reshaping the CFO's role. Tune into a captivating conversation with Tod Crane, the astute CFO of Domo, a cutting-edge cloud-based data and AI platform. From his roots on an Idaho potato farm to navigating the complexities of a tech unicorn's IPO, Tod delves into how his journey forged his unique financial acumen, emphasizing the crucial balance of strategic partnerships, seamless transitions to public life, and the relentless pursuit of measurable value through insightful, data-driven decision-making across every facet of an organization.

Building a thriving company in today's complex financial landscape requires a delicate balance between data-driven decisions and people-centered relationships. This episode dives into that challenge as we hear from Matt James, CFO and Chief Acquisition Officer of Oakbridge Insurance, a rapidly growing agency that has risen to the top 50 US brokerages in just a few years. Matt discusses Oakbridge's impressive trajectory since its launch in 2021, emphasizing their unique approach of blending "small-town values" with corporate efficiency, and how he navigates the dual role of financial leader and M&A strategist. We explore his career path, from history major to finance executive, and how he utilizes a differentiated mindset to drive growth while maintaining a strong company culture. Join us to learn about Matt's experience with mentors, managing rapid growth during the COVID era, and his insights on the evolving role of the CFO.

As CFO of Mark43, Chris Merwin plays a key role in helping modernize the public safety sector through technology that enables first responders to work more efficiently and effectively. He joins Jack McCullough to discuss how Mark43’s cloud-native platform supports mission critical operations for public safety agencies, his approach to financial leadership, and how strong partnerships across the C-suite is essential to driving impact.

Balancing global complexity with strategic clarity, Astellas Pharma’s CFO, Atsushi Kitamura, offers a masterclass in modern financial leadership. In this wide-ranging conversation, he shares how his experience across industries shaped his adaptive approach, why understanding the business from the “real battlefield” matters, and how he partners closely with the CEO to lead transformation. From integrating AI into finance to navigating ambiguity in pharma R&D, Kitamura brings grounded wisdom to the evolving role of the CFO.

Expert fractional CFO strategies are changing how businesses access top-tier financial expertise and navigate growth. In this episode, host Jack McCullough engages in an insightful conversation with Michaella Gallina, former CFO of Wave (a Toronto-based fintech) and now a distinguished fractional CFO. Michaella shares her rich professional journey, from investment banking to corporate finance, and delves into her current role advising businesses of various sizes and industries. We explore the essence of the fractional CFO role, contrasting it with traditional CFO positions, and uncover the nuances of building lasting client relationships and navigating the intricacies of this career path. This episode promises a blend of practical advice, valuable career perspectives, and a look into the experiences of a true financial expert.

Company environment changes as market trends and customer demands evolve. To avoid losing your momentum and keep your entire team on the right track, maintaining a culture of accountability is a must. David Lee, CFO and COO of Webtoon Entertainment, shares how creating such a workplace environment made them the world’s largest digital comics platform right now. In this conversation with Jack McCullough, he explains how to achieve entrepreneurial success in a global company without sacrificing artistic touch and human connection. David also shares how his mentors, his experiences working with different companies, and the most important lessons of his childhood shaped him into a versatile CFO in today’s volatile market.

Discover how a sugarcane plantation in far North Queensland led to the corner office of a global technology leader in this compelling episode. Marie Myers, Executive Vice President and CFO of Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), joins the show to share her unconventional journey from correspondence courses in a rural town to navigating the complexities of AI infrastructure and digital transformation. In this insightful conversation, Marie dives into HPE's role in providing cutting-edge AI infrastructure for enterprises and cloud providers, the company's shift to Houston, Texas, and her unique perspective on the evolution of financial leadership in the tech sector. Listen as she recounts her experiences with mentors, significant career transitions, and how HPE is positioned at the forefront of the AI revolution with innovations like the Zora platform, offering listeners an engaging look into the dynamic world of modern finance and technology.