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In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro is joined by Phil Richards, CFO of GiG, to delve into his journey to CFO and the complex path of taking a company public. Phil shares his experiences and insights from leading GiG’s IPO on the Swedish First North, discussing the planning, challenges, and strategic choices involved.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Phil discusses what makes the gaming industry unique and why it continues to be an exciting and evolving space.
• Insights into the decisions and steps that took GiG public, including splitting from a parent company and selecting the Swedish First North market.
• How GiG navigated complex regulatory, tax, and investor expectations.
• The role of a CFO in maintaining investor interest post-IPO, balancing growth targets, and keeping the company’s story fresh.
• Phil shares practical advice on choosing the right stock exchange, managing advisors, and aligning teams for IPO success.

Links mentioned:

• Phil's Linkedin
• Learn more about GiG

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In this episode of Financial Transformation Live, hosted by Hannah Munro, we dive into the essential strategies for building a sustainable and future-proof financial reporting architecture. Whether you're navigating reporting for the first time or refining an existing structure, this session covers critical insights and best practices to ensure longevity, flexibility, and clarity in your financial data systems.

Topics include:

• Understanding and Gathering Reporting Requirements
• Designing with Your Business Model in Mind
• Assessing and Aligning Data Structures with System Capabilities
• Validating Input Processes and Permissions
• Integrating with Existing Systems and Future-Proofing Structures
• Key Dos and Don’ts for Reporting Architecture

Links mentioned:

• October FTL: Financial Transformation Live: Building a Future Proofed Reporting Architecture
• Revisit previous Financial Transformation Live sessions
• CFO 4.0 Monthly Briefing
• Financial Transformation Live Feedback survey

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In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro sits down with Tatiana Okhotina, CFO of Token, to explore her journey in FinTech and discuss key challenges in scaling global finance teams in a rapidly evolving industry. Tatiana shares valuable insights into building diverse, high-performing teams and balancing the unique demands of a growing FinTech company.

Tune in to hear about:

• Key considerations when scaling finance teams globally, especially in regulated industries.
• How FinTech companies differ from traditional tech businesses in terms of complexity, risk, and compliance.
• The role of communication and cultural understanding in managing remote, global teams.
• Tatiana’s approach to building relationships within her team and with the board.
• How sustainability and ESG initiatives play a vital role in FinTech and her passion for building sustainable businesses.

Links mentioned:

• Tatiana's Linkedin
• Learn more about Token
• Tatiana's Book Recommendation: The Venture Mindset: How to Make Smarter Bets and Achieve Extraordinary Growth

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