Grit and Grace: CFO Lessons from a Resource-Constrained Beginning
Grit and Grace: CFO Lessons from a Resource-Constrained Beginning You haven’t earned the title of CFO until you’ve lied awake at night wondering how to pay salaries on Friday
Vision Without Execution is Just Delusion
Vision Without Execution is Just Delusion There is a quiet epidemic spreading through executive boardrooms, and CFOs are not immune. It is called Strategic Posturing. It looks im
The CFO’s Secret Superpower: National Development
The CFO’s Secret Superpower: National Development Let’s cut to the chase. South Africa doesn’t need more economic theorists or padded panels of advisors. It needs CFOs who
Member Profile: Nafisa Kistan
In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we feature Nafisa Kistan, a finance executive whose career spans over two decades in the automotive, manufacturing, and engineering sec
Boardroom Vision Meets Backroom Precision
Boardroom Vision Meets Backroom Precision There’s a reason people look at you when things go wrong, and a different reason they look at you when things go right. Welcome to lif
The Unseen Hand That Shapes a CFO’s Career
The Unseen Hand That Shapes a CFO’s Career You’re in a packed boardroom. Voices are raised. A deal is on the line. Someone looks to you for a decision, and somehow, you know
The CFO Needs a Map, a Voice, and a Spine!
The CFO Needs a Map, a Voice, and a Spine! The numbers said hold back. The gut said, “lean in”. The boardroom held its breath. The CFO closed the spreadsheet and spoke with q
Stakeholder Alignment Without Compromise
Stakeholder Alignment Without Compromise The CFO walks a tightrope. On one side, the board demands stronger financial returns. On the other, employees want better benefits. Regul
Plant to Boardroom: Why Operational Finance Experience is a Strategic Advantage
Plant to Boardroom: Why Operational Finance Experience is a Strategic Advantage In the race to become CFO, many finance professionals focus on roles that offer visibility. These
Is being on top enough?
Competency + Credibility = Success. You have the competency, now earn the credibility you need to back up your unique skillet. Earn your CFO(SA) designation.
