<![CDATA[Ask A CFO podcast series]]>65ffc43a-a8c0-5ec7-8632-de2d459df3c2Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:56 +0000Captivate.fmTreasury Today Grouphttps://artwork.captivate.fm/1005c5f2-f416-40b5-85a6-9cfcd683379c/ieMyTp14H0FMDehkwEy5ADHO.pngAsk A CFO podcast seriesTreasury Today GroupTreasury Today GroupAsk A CFO is a new podcast series brought to you by the Treasury Today Group. Join us as we learn more about the personal journeys and professional development of CFOs across the world and the different paths taken to become Chief Financial Officer.https://ask-a-cfo-podcast-series.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastAsk A CFO Episode 24: Sonam Donkar, CFO, Rohit Group of CompaniesAsk A CFO Episode 24: Sonam Donkar, CFO, Rohit Group of CompaniesIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Sonam Donkar, Chief Financial Officer at Canadian real estate organisation, Rohit Group. They explore Sonam's story, from challenging beginnings to her current role, and discuss timing versus planning, the power of mentors and what it really means to take on a CFO role.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Sonam Donkar, Chief Financial Officer at Canadian real estate organisation, Rohit Group. They explore Sonam's story, from challenging beginnings to her current role, and discuss timing versus planning, the power of mentors and what it really means to take on a CFO role.

]]>95992703-93de-427f-80e7-7f6c0f5f4846Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +010035:54falsefull124241Ask A CFO Episode 23: Emilia Bunea, Author and former CFO, ING Insurance EuropeAsk A CFO Episode 23: Emilia Bunea, Author and former CFO, ING Insurance EuropeIn this episode, Sophie Jackson speaks with Emilia Bunea, a former CFO turned accomplished academic and author. They discuss key insights from Emilia’s new book, Leadership for the CFO, a must-read for anyone aspiring to become a CFO or excel in a finance career. They also explore Emilia’s career journey, experiences and advice for finance professionals.

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]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson speaks with Emilia Bunea, a former CFO turned accomplished academic and author. They discuss key insights from Emilia’s new book, Leadership for the CFO, a must-read for anyone aspiring to become a CFO or excel in a finance career. They also explore Emilia’s career journey, experiences and advice for finance professionals.

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]]>32e7c01a-901c-4842-a5d4-55dd459c839eWed, 04 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +010043:19falsefull123231Ask A CFO Episode 22: Nigel Glenday, CFO, MasterworksAsk A CFO Episode 22: Nigel Glenday, CFO, MasterworksIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Nigel Glenday, Chief Financial Officer at art investment platform Masterworks. They explore Nigel's journey to the CFO role, the importance of learning by doing, and looked at how emerging technologies, in particular AI, are reshaping the finance function.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Nigel Glenday, Chief Financial Officer at art investment platform Masterworks. They explore Nigel's journey to the CFO role, the importance of learning by doing, and looked at how emerging technologies, in particular AI, are reshaping the finance function.

]]>32f6ceee-721a-4332-9d01-f31db1bc9416Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:30:00 +010039:52falsefull122221Ask A CFO Episode 21: Svetlana Boldina, Executive Director and CFO, Nestlé South Asia RegionAsk A CFO Episode 21: Svetlana Boldina, Executive Director and CFO, Nestlé South Asia RegionIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Svetlana Boldina, Executive Director and CFO for Nestlé South Asia Region. They explore Svetlana’s career journey, experiences working and moving abroad, the evolving skillset needed in the CFO role, and much more.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Svetlana Boldina, Executive Director and CFO for Nestlé South Asia Region. They explore Svetlana’s career journey, experiences working and moving abroad, the evolving skillset needed in the CFO role, and much more.

]]>df992047-1f27-43d3-99ed-67ab49db5fbdWed, 10 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +010032:59falsefull121211Ask A CFO Episode 20: Gordon Kihuguru, Vice President Finance, Habitat for HumanityAsk A CFO Episode 20: Gordon Kihuguru, Vice President Finance, Habitat for HumanityIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Gordon Kihuguru, Vice President of Finance at Habitat for Humanity. They explore Gordon’s unconventional path to the CFO role, his approach to handling crisis situations, how to leave a lasting impact, and much more.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Gordon Kihuguru, Vice President of Finance at Habitat for Humanity. They explore Gordon’s unconventional path to the CFO role, his approach to handling crisis situations, how to leave a lasting impact, and much more.

]]>9d29dfbc-5950-4a1d-be38-ed51d4b5830cWed, 19 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +010033:06falsefull120201Ask A CFO Episode 19: Aidana Zhakupbekova, CFO, RydooAsk A CFO Episode 19: Aidana Zhakupbekova, CFO, RydooIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Aidana Zhakupbekova, CFO at global expense management company Rydoo. They discuss Aidana’s career journey, her move into the start-up and scale-up world, and the unique challenges of being a Chief Financial Officer in a fast-growing company.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Aidana Zhakupbekova, CFO at global expense management company Rydoo. They discuss Aidana’s career journey, her move into the start-up and scale-up world, and the unique challenges of being a Chief Financial Officer in a fast-growing company.

]]>e3c0ddf7-f22d-4f5a-8d89-43a6b0558abdWed, 29 Oct 2025 10:30:00 +010032:55falsefull119191Ask A CFO Episode 18: Caroline Bailes, CFO, Koa HealthAsk A CFO Episode 18: Caroline Bailes, CFO, Koa HealthIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Caroline Bailes, CFO at Koa Health. They reflect on Caroline’s career journey, as well as discussing the importance of working in organisations that share your values and some of the unique challenges for Chief Financial Officers in the healthcare sector.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Caroline Bailes, CFO at Koa Health. They reflect on Caroline’s career journey, as well as discussing the importance of working in organisations that share your values and some of the unique challenges for Chief Financial Officers in the healthcare sector.

]]>5087ea35-61d9-47d0-a0fd-661eeacffa15Wed, 09 Jul 2025 11:30:00 +010032:57falsefull118181Ask A CFO Episode 17: Han Leong, former CFO of AEM Holdings LtdAsk A CFO Episode 17: Han Leong, former CFO of AEM Holdings LtdIn this episode Sophie Jackson talks to Han Leong, former CFO of AEM Holdings Ltd. Han has served as the CFO of three listed companies on the Singapore Stock Exchange and has decades of leadership experience across Fortune 200 multinationals across Singapore, Hong Kong, China and Europe. Their discussion explores Han’s vast career journey, as well as the role of CFO and benefits of working abroad.

]]>In this episode Sophie Jackson talks to Han Leong, former CFO of AEM Holdings Ltd. Han has served as the CFO of three listed companies on the Singapore Stock Exchange and has decades of leadership experience across Fortune 200 multinationals across Singapore, Hong Kong, China and Europe. Their discussion explores Han’s vast career journey, as well as the role of CFO and benefits of working abroad.

]]>bf5c3a00-8236-41c2-a65a-19b689ab7aeaWed, 11 Jun 2025 09:30:00 +010036:08falsefull117171Ask A CFO Episode 16: Billie O’Conner, Founder, Nova Community and CFO, MulberryAsk A CFO Episode 16: Billie O’Conner, Founder, Nova Community and CFO, MulberryIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Billie O’Conner, Founder of Nova Community – a senior female leadership network. They explore Billie’s career journey and discuss the importance of adapting plans and the power of your network.

This episode was recorded towards the end of 2024, since the time of recording Billie is now CFO at Mulberry.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Billie O’Conner, Founder of Nova Community – a senior female leadership network. They explore Billie’s career journey and discuss the importance of adapting plans and the power of your network.

This episode was recorded towards the end of 2024, since the time of recording Billie is now CFO at Mulberry.

]]>7086ac43-06d8-46e7-bc80-daab53200293Wed, 28 May 2025 13:00:00 +010042:48falsefull116161Ask A CFO Episode 15: Chad Wellman, CFO Africa & Middle East, General MotorsAsk A CFO Episode 15: Chad Wellman, CFO Africa & Middle East, General MotorsIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Chad Wellman, CFO for Africa and the Middle East at General Motors. They explore Chad’s career journey through different roles within General Motors, as well as how a creative background can be a powerful asset for achieving success as a financial leader.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Chad Wellman, CFO for Africa and the Middle East at General Motors. They explore Chad’s career journey through different roles within General Motors, as well as how a creative background can be a powerful asset for achieving success as a financial leader.

]]>db2eaec9-1002-418e-bfd0-bfdb3af59b3eWed, 16 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +010040:38falsefull115151Ask A CFO Episode 14: Terhi Sipilä, CFO for Nestlé Professional Zone LATAM, NestléAsk A CFO Episode 14: Terhi Sipilä, CFO for Nestlé Professional Zone LATAM, NestléIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Terhi Sipilä, CFO for Nestlé Professional Zone LATAM. They explore Terhi’s unique career journey and experience gained from working across LATAM for 13 years, as well as what changes to the CFO function are front of mind in LATAM and much more.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Terhi Sipilä, CFO for Nestlé Professional Zone LATAM. They explore Terhi’s unique career journey and experience gained from working across LATAM for 13 years, as well as what changes to the CFO function are front of mind in LATAM and much more.

]]>67084752-ab2d-473b-a478-ea445f783293Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:15:00 +010033:20falsefull114141Ask A CFO Episode 13: Colleen Healy, Board Director, Enerpac Tool GroupAsk A CFO Episode 13: Colleen Healy, Board Director, Enerpac Tool GroupIn this episode, Sophie Jackson is joined by Colleen Healy, Board Director at Enerpac Tool Group.  They look at Colleen’s career journey, reflecting on her 19 years at Microsoft and various Chief Financial Officer roles, as well as exploring her current role as a board member.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson is joined by Colleen Healy, Board Director at Enerpac Tool Group.  They look at Colleen’s career journey, reflecting on her 19 years at Microsoft and various Chief Financial Officer roles, as well as exploring her current role as a board member.

]]>aae7a72e-d62b-461c-b3f0-f16ed291b0b2Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +010034:32falsefull113131Ask A CFO Episode 12: EeLain Ong, CFO, Queen Elizabeth II Conference CentreAsk A CFO Episode 12: EeLain Ong, CFO, Queen Elizabeth II Conference CentreIn this episode, Sophie Jackson is joined by EeLain Ong, CFO at Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre. They explore EeLain’s career journey, particularly her roots in accounting and time as Chief Financial Officer at DHL. They also discuss the importance of creative problem solving, hiring the right people and the relationship between the CFO and CEO.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson is joined by EeLain Ong, CFO at Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre. They explore EeLain’s career journey, particularly her roots in accounting and time as Chief Financial Officer at DHL. They also discuss the importance of creative problem solving, hiring the right people and the relationship between the CFO and CEO.

]]>f9ec1932-2f7f-4917-9ccb-c0bed1755e7dWed, 19 Feb 2025 10:30:00 +010027:26falsefull112121Ask A CFO Episode 11: Omar Choucair, CFO, TrintechAsk A CFO Episode 11: Omar Choucair, CFO, TrintechIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Omar Choucair, Chief Financial Officer at financial software provider Trintech. They explore Omar’s career journey and the payoff that can come from well-timed risks, as well as the importance of embracing new technology. 

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Omar Choucair, Chief Financial Officer at financial software provider Trintech. They explore Omar’s career journey and the payoff that can come from well-timed risks, as well as the importance of embracing new technology. 

]]>a77469e6-1adb-4d99-ac5d-59b32f73b63aWed, 22 Jan 2025 10:30:00 +010035:40falsefull111111Ask A CFO Episode 10: Honnus Cheung, Co-Founder, On-usAsk A CFO Episode 10: Honnus Cheung, Co-Founder, On-usIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Honnus Cheung, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at On-us. They explore Honnus’ career journey and progression into the role of Chief Financial Officer at Travelzoo and the skills needed to be a CFO, as well as her move into being a Co-Founder.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Honnus Cheung, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at On-us. They explore Honnus’ career journey and progression into the role of Chief Financial Officer at Travelzoo and the skills needed to be a CFO, as well as her move into being a Co-Founder.

]]>9ddaefd7-bdcc-430d-aa84-bfc8843add95Wed, 08 Jan 2025 10:30:00 +010027:52falsefull110101Ask A CFO Episode 8: Emmalene Maxwell, CFO, The Fold (part 2)Ask A CFO Episode 8: Emmalene Maxwell, CFO, The Fold (part 2)In this episode, Sophie Jackson concludes her discussion with Emmalene Maxwell, CFO at The Fold. They talk about the responsibility of managing people and the importance of networks and community, as well as exploring the role of Chief Financial Officer itself and how it is evolving.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson concludes her discussion with Emmalene Maxwell, CFO at The Fold. They talk about the responsibility of managing people and the importance of networks and community, as well as exploring the role of Chief Financial Officer itself and how it is evolving.

]]>5ef6f894-92dc-46d5-b1a2-33afdcda605dWed, 06 Nov 2024 10:30:00 +010024:55falsefull1881Ask A CFO Episode 7: Emmalene Maxwell, CFO, The Fold (part 1)Ask A CFO Episode 7: Emmalene Maxwell, CFO, The Fold (part 1)In the first half of this two-part special, Sophie Jackson talks to Emmalene Maxwell, CFO at The Fold. They explore Emmalene’s experiences at Charlotte Tilbury during a period of mass growth and how this led the way for her current role.

]]>In the first half of this two-part special, Sophie Jackson talks to Emmalene Maxwell, CFO at The Fold. They explore Emmalene’s experiences at Charlotte Tilbury during a period of mass growth and how this led the way for her current role.

]]>20ea5e58-b117-4912-94f6-3bbefad4ad5eWed, 30 Oct 2024 10:30:00 +010020:50falsefull1771Ask A CFO Episode 6: Adam Boukadida, CFO, Riyadh AirAsk A CFO Episode 6: Adam Boukadida, CFO, Riyadh AirIn this episode, Sophie Jackson interviews Adam Boukadida, CFO at Riyadh Air, learning about his career move from banking into the role of Chief Financial Officer. Their conversation explores how to become a successful CFO, as well as the importance of soft skills and how to develop them.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson interviews Adam Boukadida, CFO at Riyadh Air, learning about his career move from banking into the role of Chief Financial Officer. Their conversation explores how to become a successful CFO, as well as the importance of soft skills and how to develop them.

]]>c93d8695-569d-4e4c-8147-899dc71cd550Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:30:00 +010027:54falsefull1661Ask A CFO Episode 5: Katherine Tan, CFO, WearnesAsk A CFO Episode 5: Katherine Tan, CFO, WearnesIn this episode, Sophie Jackson is joined by Katherine Tan, CFO at Wearnes Automotive. They discuss Katherine’s journey to become Chief Financial Officer for the company and the challenge of learning the automotive industry, as well as sharing advice for aspiring future CFO’s.  

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson is joined by Katherine Tan, CFO at Wearnes Automotive. They discuss Katherine’s journey to become Chief Financial Officer for the company and the challenge of learning the automotive industry, as well as sharing advice for aspiring future CFO’s.  

]]>9b294663-05da-4d41-b26a-9e02b0a43342Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:30:00 +010014:21falsefull1551Ask A CFO Episode 4: Rajendra Shreemal, CFO, Quest GlobalAsk A CFO Episode 4: Rajendra Shreemal, CFO, Quest GlobalIn this episode, Sophie Jackson speaks with Rajendra Shreemal, CFO at engineering service provider Quest Global. They discuss Rajendra’s career journey and the importance of building relationships, as well as how to be adaptable and learn to ask the right questions.

]]>In this episode, Sophie Jackson speaks with Rajendra Shreemal, CFO at engineering service provider Quest Global. They discuss Rajendra’s career journey and the importance of building relationships, as well as how to be adaptable and learn to ask the right questions.

]]>5c3874f1-b072-4a2b-adc4-f4a31277ed63Wed, 09 Oct 2024 10:30:00 +010036:47falsefull1441Ask A CFO Episode 3: Eric Ball, Co-Founder, Impact Venture Capital (part 2)Ask A CFO Episode 3: Eric Ball, Co-Founder, Impact Venture Capital (part 2)In the second half of Sophie Jackson's conversation with Eric Ball, Co-Founder at Impact Venture Capital, they explore the skills needed to become a modern CFO and the importance of working in different functions, as well as Eric’s decision to move away from the role of CFO into venture capital.

]]>In the second half of Sophie Jackson's conversation with Eric Ball, Co-Founder at Impact Venture Capital, they explore the skills needed to become a modern CFO and the importance of working in different functions, as well as Eric’s decision to move away from the role of CFO into venture capital.

]]>0bd727d0-82a1-400d-970c-671308f74c19Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:30:00 +010030:54falsefull1331Ask A CFO Episode 2: Eric Ball, Co-Founder, Impact Venture Capital (part 1)Ask A CFO Episode 2: Eric Ball, Co-Founder, Impact Venture Capital (part 1)In the first half of this two-part special, Sophie Jackson speaks to Eric Ball, Co-Founder at Impact Venture Capital, exploring the successes and challenges experienced in his previous treasury and finance roles, particularly his time as CFO.

]]>In the first half of this two-part special, Sophie Jackson speaks to Eric Ball, Co-Founder at Impact Venture Capital, exploring the successes and challenges experienced in his previous treasury and finance roles, particularly his time as CFO.

]]>fc47d599-d227-425c-adf1-0eb187088fa0Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:30:00 +010024:05falsefull1221Ask A CFO Episode 1: Yang Xu, CFO, Straumann GroupAsk A CFO Episode 1: Yang Xu, CFO, Straumann GroupIn the first episode of our new podcast series, Sophie Jackson speaks to Yang Xu, CFO at the Straumann Group, exploring her progression from her early years in China to a career in finance and the skills needed to be a successful leader.  They also discuss her recent move to Switzerland and how moving for work can excel your career.

]]>In the first episode of our new podcast series, Sophie Jackson speaks to Yang Xu, CFO at the Straumann Group, exploring her progression from her early years in China to a career in finance and the skills needed to be a successful leader.  They also discuss her recent move to Switzerland and how moving for work can excel your career.

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