From financing to scaling: What really matters to CFOs in high-growth companies

What you'll take away from this episode:

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The changing role of the CFO: From operational gatekeeper to strategic business partner who not only delivers numbers but also drives growth.

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Automation and systems: Why it's crucial to analyze the IT landscape carefully and implement the right systems—and how to avoid mistakes in the process.

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Forecasting and KPI alignment: The art of combining operational and financial figures to make better decisions.

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Fundraising strategies: How to manage the process, keep multiple options open, and ensure that the money actually ends up in the account.

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Team building: When to rely on generalists and when specialists are necessary—and how important a motivated and resilient team is for success.

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Chapter:

(00:00:00) Introduction: Two Swiss guys in Zug – Why we're talking about scaling finance

(00:02:14) How the role of the CFO is changing in fast-growing companies

(00:06:32) From startups to scale-ups: The biggest challenges in growth

(00:12:20) Systems and automation: Why the right tools are crucial

(00:16:33) ERP systems: Build vs. buy – How to make the right decision

(00:20:24) Data quality and KPI alignment: Bringing financial and operational figures together

(00:24:12) Forecasting: Top-down vs. bottom-up – How to make realistic forecasts

(00:30:06) Fundraising: Tips for the process, negotiation tactics, and capital structures

(00:36:44) Capital allocation: How to prioritize investments and involve the team

(00:42:15) Team building in the finance function: Generalists vs. specialists

(00:47:37) Personal resilience: How CFOs deal with change and pressure

(00:53:37) External consulting and outsourcing: When and how to leverage networks

(01:00:42) The big picture: Data, context, and the question “Are we moving the needle?”