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279. How AI, Demographics and Change Are Reshaping Finance Careers with Clive Webb
21/07/2026 | 1h
In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro is joined by Clive Webb, Head of Business Management at ACCA, to discuss ACCA's report Career Paths Reimagined exploring how careers in finance are being reshaped by AI, demographics, and shifting expectations of work, and what CFOs need to do now to prepare their teams for the future.

In this episode, they cover:
The eight key drivers reshaping careers in accountancy and finance
Why the UK's ageing population and declining birth rate mean we'll all need to work longer
How AI and automation are shifting organisations from a "pyramid" to a "diamond" structure
Why curiosity is the standout skill for the human-machine era
The balance of technical skills vs soft skills
Practical advice for CFOs on developing talent pipelines and rethinking assumptions

Links mentioned:
Clive’s Linkedin
Learn more about ACCA
Career Paths Reimagined report
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278. CFO 4.0 Revisited | Driving Change in Finance: Unleashing the Power of Transformational Leadership with Ilana Esterrich
14/07/2026 | 51 mins.
In this episode of CFO 4.0 Revisited, we're looking back at episode 134, where Hannah Munro was joined by Ilana Esterrich, then CFO at Planned Parenthood, now CFO & Strategic Advisor for a rich conversation on sustainable transformational leadership.
Ilana shares her wealth of knowledge and experience in driving successful organisational transformations, highlighting the critical role change management plays in achieving lasting results.

In this episode, we cover:

The significance of people skills in driving successful change
How to communicate the "why" effectively and align it with individual motivations
Creating a sense of one team and fostering a culture that's open to change
Why reducing non-value-adding activities in finance processes matters
277. First 100 Days as a CFO: The Career Strategies Every New CFO Needs to Know with John Lees
07/07/2026 | 42 mins.
In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Monro sits down with John Lees career strategist, coach, and author to unpack the real work behind a successful CFO transition.

John shares why your first 100 days actually begin long before day one, how to balance appearing confident with genuine curiosity, and the art of "checking in" with peers, stakeholders, and even the person on the security desk. He also digs into the people dynamics that make or break a new role: spotting enablers, navigating blockers, understanding personality at the top, and building trust across the C-suite fast.

In this episode, you'll learn:

The three biggest mistakes new CFOs make in their first 90 days
How to practise "informed curiosity" to build credibility from day one
Why due diligence on culture and people matters more than technical skills
How to navigate difficult early conversations when the numbers don't add up
The check-in framework for 30, 60, and 90 days and why it matters

Links mentioned in this episode
John's Linkedin
Learn more about John Lee's Associates
John's Book "Get Ahead in Your New Job"
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276. The Hidden Tax: How Emotion Shapes Your Financial Decisions with Lesley Thomas
30/06/2026 | 41 mins.
Financial decisions are rarely as rational as we think. In this episode, Hannah Munro is joined by Lesley Thomas, Founder of the Money Confidence Academy, to explore the hidden psychology driving the choices CFOs and finance leaders make every day.

In this episode, we cover:

Why financial decisions are driven more by emotion than data
The role your childhood relationship with money plays in your leadership style today
How to separate personal identity from the decisions your role demands you make
Why avoiding difficult conversations creates a "hidden tax" on your organisation's performance
How to overcome decision paralysis and know when you have enough information to act
The importance of building a culture where your team feels safe to share ideas and concerns
Lesley's Five R's framework for making clearer, faster, and more confident decisions

Links mentioned
Lesley's Linkedin
Learn more about The Money Confidence Academy
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275. Why culture beats technology in transformation with Tomas Hollingsworth
23/06/2026 | 46 mins.
CFO 4.0 is back! In this unmissable relaunch episode, Hannah Munro sits down with Tomas Hollington, Director of Technology at BW Workplace Experts, to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to lead change in a fast-growing, technology-driven business — and trust us, it's not what you'd expect.

What’s covered in this episode
Why culture and trust are the real foundations of successful change
How to manage the pace of innovation without overwhelming the business
Practical ways to prioritise ideas and avoid “change for the sake of change”
The role of leadership programmes in driving behavioural and cultural shifts
How to turn sceptics into your most valuable allies in transformation
Why technology success depends more on people than the tools themselves

Links mentioned in this episode
Tomas' Linkedin
Learn more about BW Workplace Experts
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About CFO 4.0 Podcast

Welcome to CFO 4.0, where we explore the dynamic landscape of Financial Leadership in the era of Technology 4.0. I'm your host, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas, a pioneering Financial Transformation consultancy. In this podcast series, we unravel the intricate connection between cutting-edge technologies and the financial domain. It's more than just adopting tools; it's about cultivating the skills necessary to navigate and spearhead the transformative journey within Finance. CFO 4.0 embodies the archetype of the Financial Leader in the future — a fusion of strategic visionaries and tech-savvy innovators. As the CFO role swiftly evolves from a mere cost controller to a strategic influencer, each transition opens up novel possibilities. Tune in as we share valuable insights and guidance from inspirational CFOs and finance leaders every episode, empowering you to revolutionise your processes, people, and data. Seize the opportunities, propel your business and career forward, and lead with unwavering confidence. Join us in shaping the future of Finance — this is CFO 4.0, your guide to the Future of Finance. We’d love for you to join our community, and if you like what you hear (which I’m sure you will 😉) it would be great if you rate and share.

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