Karen Balunso

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The Skills Gap That Could Be Costing You The C-Suite

Every finance leader I’ve ever mentored has one thing in common: They have no idea which skills are actually keeping...
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#249 Top 3 Challenges for Every New CFO Warren Wise, GrowCFO Mentor & Fractional CFO

The transition into a CFO role is one of the most significant steps in a finance leader’s career, bringing both...
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What to Look for in a CFO Mentor?

How can you identify the right mentor for your CFO journey? The best CFO mentors combine deep financial expertise with...
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The Real Difference Between CFOs Using AI and Those Just Watching

Finance pros keep saying the same thing about AI: “We’re looking into it.” I’ve heard that sentence in almost every...
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#248 Why CFOs Must Balance Results with Legitimacy Paul Achleitner, Former Deutsche Bank Chair & Goldman Sachs Partner

In today’s complex business environment, CFOs are expected to deliver strong results while also maintaining the legitimacy and trust of...
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How Can CFOs Stop the 9% Revenue Leak with AI Contract Management?

CFOs are losing up to 9% of annual revenue to poor contract management. Discover how AI contract management can recover...
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AI in Planning, Budgeting and Performance Management

The Q3 Report discusses how AI is reshaping financial planning and performance management. Learn how leading CFOs use automation and...
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The Skills Gap in FP&A: What the 2025 Finance Analyst Needs to Succeed

The FP&A analyst job description is changing faster than the month-end close. Technology is transforming the finance workflow — automating...
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This Is What Finance Strategy Looks Like With AI

I’ve spent years in finance, and I can tell you — most teams think strategy means building another report. It...
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#247 Why Tech Talent Can Supercharge Your Finance Team Jay Majeske, Founder, Stalliant

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the integration of technology talent into finance teams is no longer a luxury but...