Best Naeem and Matt Podcasts (2025)

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Finding Purpose in a Mission-Driven Company with Hetu Patel 42:29

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There is nothing more exciting than earning a profit while making a positive difference in the world. Hetu Patel is the CFO of a mission-driven company that does exactly that: Thrive Market. He joins Jack McCullough to share how they are balancing purpose and profitability to commit to their long-term goal of making sustainable living more accessib…

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Ep. 47 - Body Count and Double Standards 23:18

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The Unconventional CFO: Driving Porsche Racing, Empowering Women, and Redefining Success with Victoria Thomas of Kellymoss 51:47

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In this electrifying episode of "Secrets of Rockstar CFOs," we sit down with Victoria Thomas, the trailblazing CFO and co-owner of Kellymoss, North America's most decorated Porsche racing team. Discover how Victoria, with her incredibly non-traditional background—from an emancipated minor to a self-made entrepreneur—transformed a nine-employee oper…

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Ep. 46 - Fill Your Cup 19:49

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Reinventing Supply Chains and the Future of Finance with Gabi Gantus of Mytra 41:57

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Get ready to meet a true disruptor! In this episode, we're diving deep with Gabi Gantus, the CFO of Mytra, one of the planet's most ambitious startups. Mytra isn't just moving materials from point A to point B; they're reinventing warehousing and industrial productivity by going up, down, and all around with cutting-edge bots and software. Join us …

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Ep. 45 - Male Body Dysmorphia 21:02

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Ep. 44 - Man Camp - Part 2 19:57

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How Innovative Leadership Fuels Growth at Checkr with Naeem Ishaq 46:52

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Innovative leadership often begins where courage meets conviction—and Naeem Ishaq, EVP, CFO, and Chief Strategy Officer at Checkr, embodies both. From his early days as a McDonald’s fry cook to helping lead companies like Salesforce and Square through hypergrowth and IPO milestones, Naeem’s journey is one of persistence, humility, and vision. In th…

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Ep. 43 - Man Camp - Part 1 20:22

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Better Financial Decisions with Anita Koimur of LiveFlow 34:40

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Making financial decisions is an everyday task that all business owners and C-suite leaders must take on. Since this is usually an overwhelming and complicated task, the right professional assistance must be secured. Jack McCullough sits down with his third non-CFO guest who offers exactly that: the COO and co-founder of LiveFlow, Anita Koimur. Tog…

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Inside Thorne: Blending Finance and Purpose in Wellness with Lee Tsukroff 43:13

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Lee Tsukroff, CFO and COO of Thorne, shares how he’s helping shape the future of consumer wellness by blending financial discipline with purpose-driven innovation. From Unilever to Ben & Jerry’s to leading Thorne’s mission of personalized health, Lee reflects on his career journey, what it takes to lead operationally as a CFO, and how AI and person…

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Financial Leadership in the Digital Age with Tod Crane 40:00

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Revolutionize your perspective on financial leadership in the digital age, where the dynamic interplay of data and AI is fundamentally reshaping the CFO's role. Tune into a captivating conversation with Tod Crane, the astute CFO of Domo, a cutting-edge cloud-based data and AI platform. From his roots on an Idaho potato farm to navigating the comple…

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Inside Oakbridge Insurance's Rise: A CFO's Perspective with Matt James 39:08

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Building a thriving company in today's complex financial landscape requires a delicate balance between data-driven decisions and people-centered relationships. This episode dives into that challenge as we hear from Matt James, CFO and Chief Acquisition Officer of Oakbridge Insurance, a rapidly growing agency that has risen to the top 50 US brokerag…

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Ep. 42 - We're Baaaaaaack!!!!!! 24:09

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Empowering Public Safety with Chris Merwin 40:27

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As CFO of Mark43, Chris Merwin plays a key role in helping modernize the public safety sector through technology that enables first responders to work more efficiently and effectively. He joins Jack McCullough to discuss how Mark43’s cloud-native platform supports mission critical operations for public safety agencies, his approach to financial lea…

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Reimagining the Role of CFO in Pharma at Astellas with Atsushi Kitamura 36:40

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Balancing global complexity with strategic clarity, Astellas Pharma’s CFO, Atsushi Kitamura, offers a masterclass in modern financial leadership. In this wide-ranging conversation, he shares how his experience across industries shaped his adaptive approach, why understanding the business from the “real battlefield” matters, and how he partners clos…

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How to Scale & Thrive: Insider Secrets to Fractional CFO Success with Michaella Gallina 53:21

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Expert fractional CFO strategies are changing how businesses access top-tier financial expertise and navigate growth. In this episode, host Jack McCullough engages in an insightful conversation with Michaella Gallina, former CFO of Wave (a Toronto-based fintech) and now a distinguished fractional CFO. Michaella shares her rich professional journey,…

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Building a Billion-Dollar Fandom: WEBTOON's Creator Economy Playbook 47:51

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Company environment changes as market trends and customer demands evolve. To avoid losing your momentum and keep your entire team on the right track, maintaining a culture of accountability is a must. David Lee, CFO and COO of Webtoon Entertainment, shares how creating such a workplace environment made them the world’s largest digital comics platfo…

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Powering Global AI Infrastructure: Hewlett Packard Enterprise with Marie Myers 39:20

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Discover how a sugarcane plantation in far North Queensland led to the corner office of a global technology leader in this compelling episode. Marie Myers, Executive Vice President and CFO of Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), joins the show to share her unconventional journey from correspondence courses in a rural town to navigating the complexitie…

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Leading Finance with Art, Science and Soul in a Creative Industry with Stacey Ryan-Cornelius 43:11

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As the financial world rapidly evolves, visionary leadership is paramount, and today we sit down with one of its most influential figures. In this episode, we have the incredible Stacey Ryan-Cornelius, an innovative and strategic business partner and results-focused growth champion who goes beyond the traditional boundaries of a CFO. Stacey shares …

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Ep. 41 - Getting back together and drinking age for kids 24:56

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The Power of People-First Culture With Dorothy Walter 51:43

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Human capital is one of the most important bloodlines of any company. Make sure you are not setting them aside or taking them for granted by building a people-first culture. Dorothy Walter, CFO of Alpine Investors, shares how they unlocked growth and achieved success by focusing on human development and talent retention. In this conversation with J…

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Ep. 40 - Visiting Austin, TX and Bro Brunch 18:57

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Behind monday.com's Success: Eliran Glazer's Vision for Finance Leadership 51:10

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It’s rare to find a CFO who not only manages the numbers but also champions the people and the product with equal passion. Eliran Glazer, the CFO of monday.com, is that rare breed, and we’re privileged to have him on the show. This episode uncovers Eliran’s journey, from his early fascination with math and physics to his current role steering a tec…

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PagerDuty's Howard Wilson: The Future of Digital Operations & Tech Leadership 45:54

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In the realm of digital operations and incident response, where efficiency and resilience are paramount, this episode features Howard Wilson, CFO of PagerDuty. A company that serves as a vital "safety net" for over half of the Fortune 500, especially as they explore new technologies like generative AI, PagerDuty focuses on anticipating disruptions …

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Achieving Profitable Growth with Gary Cooperman 52:40

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CFOs must help secure organizational success while keeping the finances golden. Gary Cooperman, COO and CFO at Pressed Juicery, calls this profitable growth. Joining Jack McCullough, he shares his impeccable strategies for turning this goal into reality, which involves proper team collaboration, strategic partnerships, and a strong relationship wit…

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Ep. 39 - Rewarding Bad Behavior 26:43

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Ep. 38 - Go to the Doctor 21:23

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The CFO as a Catalyst for Change: Ann Anthony on Renewable Energy Solutions 48:23

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Strategic leadership is key to driving innovation in renewable energy, and in this episode, we sit down with a powerhouse in the space. Our guest, Ann Anthony, has led financial strategy for some of the most transformative companies in energy, including Oberon Fuels, where she is CFO. She shares her journey from financial management to scaling orga…

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Janice Stucke: Global Financial Leadership and Transforming CREW Network 42:37

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What happens when an international affairs enthusiast with a passion for humanitarian aid transitions into becoming a leading financial strategist? Janice Stucke, CFO and Foundation Treasurer of CREW Network, joins us to share her unique journey from restaurateur roots to spearheading global digital transformations. On this episode of Secrets of Ro…

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Building a Two-Sided Marketplace: The Paro Story with Michael Burdick 35:23

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The world of finance and accounting is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by technology and innovative business models. In this episode, Michael Burdick, founder and CFO of Paro, shares his insights on the evolving landscape of finance and accounting solutions. He discusses the vision behind Paro.ai, a two-sided marketplace empowering financ…

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Ep. 37 - Does this shirt make me look fat? 25:43

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More Than Numbers: Melissa Hurrington's Holistic Approach to Life and Leadership 50:46

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Being a CFO is more than just crunching numbers. In this episode of Secrets of Rockstar CFOs, Melissa Hurrington, CFO and VP of Operations at Premier Claims, shares her insights on a holistic approach to life and leadership. Melissa discusses her multifaceted role as a CFO, wife, mother, servant leader, keynote speaker, lifelong learner, and passio…

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Ep. 36 - Starting Over 29:20

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Ep. 35 - What's your foot taste like? 23:34

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CFO Career Paths: Finding Your Value and Embracing the Journey with Denise W. Marks 37:17

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There are many ways to add value and have an amazing career as a CFO. In this episode, Denise W. Marks, CFO of the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, shares her insights on navigating a successful career path in finance. Denise discusses the importance of embracing diverse opportunities, not being afraid to ask for help, and finding your own uniq…

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Navigating CFO Leadership in the Age of AI Growth with Davinder Athwal 52:07

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CFO leadership in the age of artificial intelligence and rapid growth is the focus of today's Secrets of Rockstar CFOs episode, where we dive into Davinder Athwal’s journey. In this episode, host Jack McCullough chats with Davinder, who is the Former CFO of Phenom, a groundbreaking AI-powered HR technology company and unicorn based in the Philadelp…

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ep. 34 - Winning "Them" Over!!! 22:15

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Gas-Pump-OCD-and-Friendships 26:06

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Fintech Leadership Unlocked: Why the CFO Is Now the Chief Flexibility Officer with Jennifer Loo 36:23

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What does it take to lead a mission-driven, fast-growing fintech company? In this episode, host Jack McCullough sits down with Jennifer Loo, CFO of Tala, a company revolutionizing access to financial services for the global majority. Jennifer shares her career path from LegalZoom to Reformation to Tala, revealing the lessons she learned from missio…

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Powering Innovation: The World of Advanced Computing Chips with Shelagh Glaser 48:00

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Advanced Computing Chips are the engines of our digital world, and in this episode, we go behind the scenes with a true industry leader. Host Jack McCullough welcomes Shelagh Glaser, CFO of Synopsys, a company at the forefront of this technological revolution. Forget the tech jargon; this conversation dives into the human side of innovation. How do…

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Ep. 32 - I'm at a point in my life... 26:51

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Inside GoFundMe: Greg Mrva on Innovation, Impact, and Purpose-Driven Leadership 40:43

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In this episode, we sit down with Greg Mrva, CFO of GoFundMe, to explore what it takes to lead finance in a mission-driven organization. Greg shares his path from Wall Street to Silicon Valley, his pivotal career lessons, and how GoFundMe has raised over $30 billion to help people worldwide. He breaks down the platform’s unique business model — rel…

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How Chargeback Gurus’ CFO Rebecca Beam is Winning with Data Science 37:34

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Are chargebacks eating into your profits? You should take care of it before it exhausts your wealth. Jack McCullough sits down with Rebecca Beam, CFO of Chargeback Gurus, to demystify the complex world of chargebacks and reveal how to reclaim lost revenue. Rebecca brings a unique perspective to combating these disputed credit card transactions that…

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LiveRamp & The Future Of Finance With Lauren Dillard 27:14

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Strong leadership shapes the future of finance, and Lauren Dillard, CFO of LiveRamp, knows exactly what it takes. In this conversation with Jack McCullough, she shares how her diverse career—from investor relations to marketing—has influenced her approach to financial strategy and team building. Lauren discusses how LiveRamp drives data connectivit…

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Ep. 31 - 90/10 Theory 26:52

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Ep. 30 - F.O.M.O. 23:00

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How Philo’s CFO Julianna Hayes Leads With Innovation And Strategy In Streaming 33:55

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Jack McCullough sits down with Julianna Hayes, CFO of Philo, to discuss the transformative role of financial leadership in the streaming industry. Julianna shares how Philo balances affordability and innovation while navigating the competitive landscape of live TV streaming. This episode dives into leadership strategies, building diverse teams, lev…