Ask A CFO podcast series

Epizodes

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  Episode 27: Shunji Kiyokawa, CFO, Valeo Japan 05.08.2026 37min

  In this episode, Sophie Jackson speaks with Shunji Kiyokawa, CFO at Valeo Japan. They explore Shunji's journey from his early years through to his current role, look at the key decisions and experiences that shaped his path, as well as his insights on managing an international career, working across cultures and languages, and navigating opportunities and challenges along the way.
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  Episode 26: Patrick Gilbride, CFO, Aura 01.07.2026 44min

  In this episode, Sophie Jackson speaks with Patrick Gilbride, CFO at Aura, a global technology platform redefining emergency response. They explore Patrick's journey from his early years in South Africa to his current role as CFO, look at the key decisions that shaped his career, and hear his insights on building and leading a finance team in a fast-growing startup environment.
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  Episode 25: Sarika Joshi, Asia Pacific CFO, Hunter Douglas 03.06.2026 26min

  In this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Sarika Joshi, Asia Pacific CFO at Hunter Douglas. They explore Sarika's unique journey from her early years in India to her current role as CFO, exploring the pivotal roles that shaped her career and hear insights on working in the US and Asia, navigating geopolitical risk and the advent of AI.
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  Episode 24: Sonam Donkar, CFO, Rohit Group of Companies 01.04.2026 35min

  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.
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  Episode 23: Emilia Bunea, Author and former CFO, ING Insurance Europe 04.03.2026 43min

  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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  Episode 22: Nigel Glenday, CFO, Masterworks 28.01.2026 36min

  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.
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  Episode 21: Svetlana Boldina, Executive Director and CFO, Nestlé South Asia Region 10.12.2025 23min

  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.
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  Episode 20: Gordon Kihuguru, Vice President Finance, Habitat for Humanity 19.11.2025 32min

  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.
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  Episode 19: Aidana Zhakupbekova, CFO, Rydoo 29.10.2025 32min

  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.
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  Episode 18: Caroline Bailes, CFO, Koa Health 09.07.2025 32min

  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.
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  Episode 17: Han Leong, former CFO of AEM Holdings Ltd 11.06.2025 36min

  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.
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  Episode 16: Billie O'Conner, Founder, Nova Community and CFO, Mulberry 28.05.2025 42min

  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.
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  Episode 15: Chad Wellman, CFO Africa & Middle East, General Motors 16.04.2025 40min

  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.
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  Episode 14: Terhi Sipilä, CFO for Nestlé Professional Zone LATAM, Nestlé 02.04.2025 33min

  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.
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  Episode 13: Colleen Healy, Board Director, Enerpac Tool Group 05.03.2025 34min

  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.
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  Episode 12: EeLain Ong, CFO, Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre 19.02.2025 27min

  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.
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  Episode 11: Omar Choucair, CFO, Trintech 22.01.2025 35min

  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.
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  Episode 10: Honnus Cheung, Co-Founder, On-us 08.01.2025 27min

  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.
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  Episode 8: Emmalene Maxwell, CFO, The Fold (part 2) 06.11.2024 24min

  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.
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  Episode 7: Emmalene Maxwell, CFO, The Fold (part 1) 30.10.2024 20min

  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.