Best Kevin Appleby Podcasts (2025)

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Everyone Wants to Be a CFO. Here’s Why Most Will Never Make It - With Kevin Appleby 32:07

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You’ve done the work. You’ve climbed the ladder. So why does the CFO title still feel out of reach? Kevin Appleby, COO of GrowCFO and mentor to hundreds of finance leaders, reveals: • The 3 invisible blockers keeping smart finance pros from stepping up • Why “imposter syndrome” shows up right after your promotion • What most people get completely w…

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246. Close Faster, Decide Better: Process, People, and the Right Tech with Grow CFO's Kevin Appleby 56:12

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#497 - Craig Murphy - Website Design 45:35

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Website Design agency "ALT Agency" was founded by Craig Murphy in 2005 and has grown to a team of 16, and is poised for significant expansion. In this podcast, we explore website design and what to consider in the age of AI. Summary of Podcast Key Takeaways Craig, a neurodiverse founder with autism, has successfully built the agency by leveraging h…

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#255 From CFO to CEO: Lessons on Leadership, Dave Osh, Mentor 40:05

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOotp0bZAdU .entry-img img{display:none !important;}.single .hentry .entry-img{display:none !important;} https://open.spotify.com/episode/294IkTuJrgCIgxARFhnHZW In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, the transition from CFO to CEO is a journey that demands more than technical expertise—it requires a profou…

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247. CFO 4.0 Revisited: Delivering a Successful Digital Transformation Programme with Phil Raynor 35:55

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Send us your thoughts We’re rewinding to where it all began. In the very first episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, Hannah Munro sat down with digital transformation expert Phil Naylor (now Lead Delivery Manager at the UK Home Office) to unpack what makes or breaks a transformation programme — and how finance leaders can navigate change with confidence.…

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#496 - Ann McNeill - Think and Grow Rich 50:46

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Ann shares how reading the book Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill in 1979 was a pivotal moment that set her on a path of personal and professional growth. Her credentials are long and impressive. Above all, she has an abiding personal commitment to serve. Summary of the Podcast Introductions The meeting begins with casual introductions and small…

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You’re Not a Real CFO (Yet): Why Most Firms Never Land High-Value Clients - With Brett Frevert 31:43

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“Are you a real CFO?” That’s the question clients are now asking, because not all “fractional CFOs” are created equal. In this episode, Brett Frevert (Founder of CFO Systems, Inc. and 9-time Inc. 5000 awardee) breaks down: • Why “bookkeeper to CFO in 90 days” is hurting the industry • The 4 levels of business conversations and why most pros are stu…

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#254 Why “Fractional CFO” Isn’t What You Should Be Selling James Donovan, Founder, Nine Two Media 34:36

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#495 - Callum Gracie - SEO & AI 58:43

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Callum Gracie, founder of Otto Media and GIAI, is an expert in SEO & AI. On this podcast he shares an inspiring journey from professional musician to SEO & AI expert. Before COVID-19, Callum worked as a trumpet player and manager for The Bake Boys Band in Australia, booking over 500 events annually and managing approximately 100 creative profession…

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The Tax Strategy Rich People Use (But Never Talk About) - With Daniel Lake 39:33

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$40,000,000. That’s how much Dan Lake’s clients have saved on taxes and most people have never even heard of the strategy. In this episode, Dan reveals how he helps CPAs and high-net-worth individuals shrink tax bills using solar tax equity deals most pros overlook. You’ll learn: • Why mortgages are one of the worst financial tools • How W-2 earner…

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#253 Hard Work Beats Talent: Resilience Lessons for Modern CFOs Ademola Odewade, CEO, K-Dems Consulting Limited 25:09

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYLpc5IwiOU .entry-img img{display:none !important;}.single .hentry .entry-img{display:none !important;} https://open.spotify.com/episode/6IMVXCScEJEc6NiajXTBWm In the ever-changing world of finance, resilience and determination have become indispensable qualities for modern CFOs. In this episode of the GrowCFO Podca…

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245. Financial Transformation Live: Transformation Trouble-shooters September Special 33:26

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Send us your thoughts In this episode of Financial Transformation Live, Hannah Munro and Neil Lynchehaun tackle real-world transformation challenges submitted by finance leaders. Together, they share practical advice, frameworks, and lessons learned from years of hands-on transformation and consulting experience. 💡 Topics covered in this session in…

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#494 - Bilal Jogi - Royal Nawaab Pyramid 43:25

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Bilal Jogi is the marketing director of the Royal Nawaab Pyramid Indian restaurant in Stockport. It's the biggest in the UK. He markets at scale and this podcast contains some of the secrets as to why they have hit the ground running in this iconic building. Summary of the Podcast Introduction to Bilal Jogi and the Royal Nawab Pyramid Bilal Jogi, t…

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Most Accountants Are Giving Away Their Most Valuable Work - With Jackie Meyer 25:58

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She sold her firm for 7 figures with just 56 clients. Here's how she did it. Jackie Meyer, CPA, founder of TaxPlanIQ and leader of the proactive accounting movement, is done watching firms burn out and undercharge. In this episode, she breaks down: • The ROI method that turns tax advice into a 5-figure service • How to quote tax planning with confi…

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#252 A CFO’s Guide to True Business Valuation with Dan Eyman, Managing Director of Meld Valuation 28:40

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoM5IDJs7aQ&t=4s .entry-img img{display:none !important;}.single .hentry .entry-img{display:none !important;} https://open.spotify.com/episode/3dt6y0dCZCf7tqpUikFKIz Business valuation is a critical responsibility for CFOs, especially as companies navigate funding rounds, acquisitions, or exits. In this episode, Dan …

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244. CFO Stories: Acquisitions, Due Diligence & Building Trust with Charlotte Crowley 45:31

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Send us your thoughts In this episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, host Hannah Munro sits down with Charlotte Crowley, CFO at Altano, to explore her journey through finance leadership, acquisitions, and the challenges of integrating companies without losing their culture. Charlotte shares her unique career path — from starting in advertising and PR to w…

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#493 - Jamie Darkin - Growing a Business 52:10

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Over the last ten years, Jamie has been growing a business from the ground up with no outside investment, working with councils across London and the South East to house hundreds of vulnerable people. These days, he is also investing in tech and buying businesses, so he's got a fair few stories, lessons, and scars to share. Summary of the Podcast J…

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Stop Building a Business That Steals Your Freedom - Jaime Rodriguez 31:00

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He scheduled his wedding around payroll. That’s when he knew something had to change. Jaime Rodriguez, CEO of Bookkeepers.com, has helped over 17,000 students turn their skill into a scalable business. In this episode, he shares the real lessons that most freelancers and early-stage business owners miss: • The two personality types that sabotage th…

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#251 Zero to £100M Revenue: Group CFO Georgia Wilson on Building Finance Fast 35:30

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUqhoJnH0oI .entry-img img{display:none !important;}.single .hentry .entry-img{display:none !important;} https://open.spotify.com/episode/6n4Tb6ZkiJAoioEIQCC48p In this episode, Georgia Wilson, Member of GrowCFO and Former Group CFO at Together Group, shares her remarkable journey from Grenada to the helm of a high-g…

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243. The 90-Day Finance Transformation Playbook with Hannah Munro 28:11

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Send us your thoughts In this special solo episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, host Hannah Munro takes on a personal challenge what she would do with 90 days to transform finance. Drawing on her experience working with finance teams, Hannah breaks the journey into three clear phases: stabilisation, automation and efficiency, and forward looking acceler…

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#492 - Chip Higgins - Bizzics 56:12

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Bizzics is a combination of physics and business. Our guest Chip Higgns is the author of The Bizzics Way. He's a business strategist, leadership coach, and former banking executive with over 35 years of experience helping small business owners. Summary of the Podcast Explaining the "Bizzics Way" concept Chip explains that "Bizzics" refers to applyi…

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AI Isn’t the Future of Accounting, It’s Already Killing Off the Old Way - With Daniel Moshe 34:27

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AI isn’t coming for accounting, it’s already here. And it’s quietly rewriting who wins and who falls behind. In this episode, Daniel Moshe, CEO of TechGuru, breaks down how smart firms are already using AI, cybersecurity, and modern tech stacks to: • Attract better-fit clients (and actually land them) • Add capacity without burning out staff • Win …

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#250 Nonprofit vs Corporate Finance: What Really Changes for CFOs? Baz Bedrossian, Interim CFO, COO, Business Consultant 23:14

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qL4WLMpEejI .entry-img img{display:none !important;}.single .hentry .entry-img{display:none !important;} https://open.spotify.com/episode/5o6eC1cVuEOy3ebPDmOb0t The transition between nonprofit and corporate finance is a pivotal topic for CFOs, as each sector presents unique challenges and opportunities. In this epis…

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242. Resilience, Honesty & Communication: Leadership Lessons for Change Management with Susana Serrano-Davey 37:54

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Send us your thoughts In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro is joined by returning guest Susana Serrano-Davey, seasoned finance leader and leadership mentor, to explore the people side of change. Together, they discuss how leaders can support teams through uncertainty and build a culture of resilience. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why hon…

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#491 - Katrena Friel - Personal Brand Development 49:02

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Katrena is an expert in personal brand development and the founder of the Business Mentor Institute. A leader in business mentoring with over 25 years’ experience, Katrena transforms professionals into industry leaders and is a pioneer in personal brand development and business mentoring. As the creator of the acclaimed Becoming the Expert methodol…

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Why Profit Isn’t Enough And What Most Founders Get Dead Wrong - With Daniel Dickeson 41:39

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Working 7 days a week. No vacations. $36K a year. Then a CFO stepped in and changed everything. In this episode, Daniel Dickeson, founder of Atlas CFO Solutions, breaks down how he turned a struggling salon into a 6-figure business without scaling chaos or hustle culture. You’ll learn: Why cash flow beats profit, every time How to spot silent kille…

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#249 Top 3 Challenges for Every New CFO Warren Wise, GrowCFO Mentor & Fractional CFO 35:00

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFaDrJtO-KA .entry-img img{display:none !important;}.single .hentry .entry-img{display:none !important;} https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vlmYVdDXfeKlkeuBrnaY7 The transition into a CFO role is one of the most significant steps in a finance leader’s career, bringing both opportunity and challenge. In this episode, W…

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241. Financial Transformation Live: Planning a Successful Project 51:40

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Send us your thoughts In this episode of Financial Transformation Live, host Hannah Munro shares what it really takes to deliver a successful finance system implementation. From preparing your team to managing risks and ensuring a smooth go-live, Hannah offers practical insights and lessons learned from real-world projects. You’ll learn: How to pre…

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#490 - Chanelle Aristide - Mortgage & Property Diva 44:09

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Mortgage & Property Diva, Chanelle Aristide has recently created a unique report covering Mortgages and Property south of London. Chanelle brings a wealth of experience in supporting clients and businesses with high-value property transactions, securing mortgages, insurance, and financial solutions. She has a strong background in project management…

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The One CFO Skill That Can Save (or Kill) Your Business - With Jack Weinstein 36:58

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Scaling doesn’t kill companies, confusion does. And most founders are flying blind. In this episode, Jack Weinstein, fractional CFO and former Fox exec, shares what he’s learned advising 50+ entrepreneurs, from zero to $25M in revenue: • The hiring trap that derails scaling teams • What financial firepower really means (and why most businesses don’…

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#248 Why CFOs Must Balance Results with Legitimacy Paul Achleitner, Former Deutsche Bank Chair & Goldman Sachs Partner 35:12

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02hn26-tQBk .entry-img img{display:none !important;}.single .hentry .entry-img{display:none !important;} https://open.spotify.com/episode/0tBDVuXoypTamhrWnvXBj8 In today’s complex business environment, CFOs are expected to deliver strong results while also maintaining the legitimacy and trust of their organizations. …

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#489 - Francie Jain - Personal Growth 51:10

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Personal Growth expert Francie Jain helps individuals and organisations grow through expert-led, group-based learning. Francie began raising nigh on half a billion dollars for hedge funds. Along the way, she identified a major gap: professionals at pivotal moments often lack accessible, high-impact support. That insight drove her to launch three ve…

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The Productivity Gap You Can’t See (Until It’s Too Late) - With Rhamy Alejeal 42:51

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Losing one hire can cost you 4+ months of productivity and most founders never see it coming. In this episode, Rhamy Alejeal, CEO of People Processes, breaks down the blind spots killing your team's efficiency and what elite companies do differently: • Why your onboarding is leaking revenue • The math behind a single bad offboarding • How to design…

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#247 Why Tech Talent Can Supercharge Your Finance Team Jay Majeske, Founder, Stalliant 29:44

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWB_AMZQZ4M .entry-img img{display:none !important;}.single .hentry .entry-img{display:none !important;} https://open.spotify.com/episode/0P8V9z07yLiLffCgKowZxM In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the integration of technology talent into finance teams is no longer a luxury but a necessity. This episode e…

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240. AI in Finance: From Complex Workflows to Scalable AI Solutions with Tariq Munir 59:55

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Send us your thoughts In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro talks with Tariq Munir, Managing Partner at Finspyr and author of Reimagine Finance, about how CFOs and finance leaders can lead successful transformation in the age of AI. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why transformation should be embedded in everyday finance work, not treated as…

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#488 - Jeff Bemis - 1031 Specialists 51:34

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Jeff Bemis runs 1031 Specialists. 1031 Specialists help real estate owners swap one investment property for another to defer taxes and grow rich. Summary of the Podcast Introduction to 1031 Specialists Jeff Bemis, co-founder of 1031 Specialists, is introduced. 1031 Specialists helps real estate investors in the United States leverage a tax code sec…

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The Mistake That Nearly Bankrupted Him (And Is Quietly Killing Most Businesses) - With Mike Milan 33:40

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You're making money. So why are you always chasing cash? Mike Milan aka Cash Flow Mike has built 14 businesses and now teaches accountants and business owners how to stay cash-rich and debt-free. In this episode: • Why 90% of businesses don't have 3 months of cash on hand • How growing fast nearly bankrupted him • The money rule that separates the …

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#246 The Nonprofit CFO Playbook: Strategy, Stewardship, and Scale Tinashe Chigede, Director of Finance and Administration, SOS Children’s Villages USA 23:21

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Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp Email #246 The Nonprofit CFO Playbook: Strategy, Stewardship, and Scale Tinashe Chigede, Director of Finance and Administration, SOS Children’s Villages USA https://youtu.be/ofti6Vpcyko Your browser does not support the audio element. In this compelling episode of The GrowCFO Show, Kevin Appleby explores the uniqu…

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239. PE Backed: The CFO’s Balancing Act Between Growth and Governance with Ian Pugh 54:30

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Send us your thoughts In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro continues the Private Equity series with Ian Pugh, CFO at Precise TV. Ian shares his journey into private equity and reveals the realities of leading finance in a fast-paced, investor-backed business. In this episode, you’ll discover: The importance of trust with investors — and ho…

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#487 - David Anderson - Off Madison Avenue 46:36

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David Anderson helped found Off Madison Avenue, an advertising agency, nearly 27 years ago. He is a strategic leader with a passion for driving growth, solving complex problems, and inspiring teams to achieve excellence. David is this week's guest on The Next 100 Days Podcast. Summary of the Podcast Key Takeaways Launching the podcast Graham and Ke…