<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/727683/open_sms">Send us your thoughts</a>In this in-person conversation, Hannah Munro sits down with Matthew Robinson, Financial Controller at Zebra Pens, to explore the realities of running and transforming finance inside a small but ambitious business. This episode covers<ul><li>Why small-business finance needs pragmatism, balance and the courage to let go of total control </li><li>How Matt rebuilt finance around risk-based thinking, strong foundations and the ability to switch off at the end of the day </li><li>The hard lessons of a difficult first implementation </li><li>How Zebra Pens is moving towards 21st-century operations with integrated systems</li></ul>Links mentioned<ul><li><a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-robinson-63148b23b/'>Matthew's Linkedin</a></li><li><a href='https://zebrapen.co.uk/'>Learn more about Zebra Pens</a></li><li>Zebra Pens Customer Story Coming Soon!</li></ul><ul> <li>Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes <a href='https://itassolutions.co.uk/sage-resources/cfo-40-podcast/'>here</a>.</li> <li><a href='https://itassolutions.co.uk/sage-resources/cfo-40-podcast/'>Subscribe to our Podcast!</a></li> </ul>

Send us your thoughts In this in-person conversation, Hannah Munro sits down with Matthew Robinson, Financial Controller at Zebra Pens, to explore the realities of running and transforming finance inside a small but ambitious business. This episode coversWhy small-business finance needs pragmatism, balance and the courage to let go of total control How Matt rebuilt finance around risk-based thinking, strong foundations and the ability to switch off at the end of the day The hard lessons of a difficult first implementation How Zebra Pens is moving towards 21st-century operations with integrated systemsLinks mentionedMatthew's LinkedinLearn more about Zebra PensZebra Pens Customer Story Coming Soon! Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

<a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/727683/open_sms" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send us your thoughts</a>In this in-person conversation, Hannah Munro sits down with Matthew Robinson, Financial Controller at Zebra Pens, to explore the realities of running and transforming finance inside a small but ambitious business.&nbsp;This episode covers<ul><li>Why small-business finance needs pragmatism, balance and the courage to let go of total control&nbsp;</li><li>How Matt rebuilt finance around risk-based thinking, strong foundations and the ability to switch off at the end of the day&nbsp;</li><li>The hard lessons of a difficult first implementation&nbsp;</li><li>How Zebra Pens is moving towards 21st-century operations with integrated systems</li></ul>Links mentioned<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-robinson-63148b23b/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Matthew's Linkedin</a></li><li><a href="https://zebrapen.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about Zebra Pens</a></li><li>Zebra Pens Customer Story Coming Soon!</li></ul><ul> <li>Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes <a href="https://itassolutions.co.uk/sage-resources/cfo-40-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</li> <li><a href="https://itassolutions.co.uk/sage-resources/cfo-40-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Subscribe to our Podcast!</a></li> </ul>

253. Data first, People first: The making of a modern finance function with Matthew Robinson

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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;

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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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