Beyond the Budget | For SaaS CFOs

From Puzzles to Pento with Sabrina Castiglione


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Who they are

Today's guest is Sabrina Castiglione, Chief Operating Officer at Pento, known for her unique approach and achievements as CFO at Tessian. Sabrina's journey is marked by intriguing contrasts, navigating both analytical worlds of Chemistry and finance while embracing her love for fantasy, evident in her fascination with the Wheel of Time series and collection of Lord of the Rings swords. Her professional path includes developing an original puzzle game and joining Tessian as its seventh employee, showcasing her willingness to explore uncharted territories.

Sabrina's leadership style values healthy, productive conflict, honed during her experience leading a team that grew from seven to ninety-five members in two years, emphasizing the importance of adaptation and specialization. Beyond her professional success, Sabrina is an ardent advocate for diversity and equality, actively participating in the WISE Campaign to promote women in STEM careers. Her blend of analytical acumen, empathy, and connection make her a unique and inspiring CFO, proving that finance leaders can be diverse and multidimensional, both personally and professionally.

What to Expect
  • Learn about Sabrina Castiglione's unique journey, bridging the analytical worlds of chemistry and finance with her love for fantasy.
  • Explore how Sabrina embraced her individuality, from her emo kid style to her professional risk-taking, including developing and monetizing a unique puzzle game.
  • Discover her leadership philosophy around fostering healthy, productive conflict, especially relevant while managing rapid team growth from seven to ninety-five in two years.
  • Get insights into Sabrina's transition from a generalist to a specialist, a key learning from her time at Tessian.
  • Understand Sabrina's advocacy for diversity, equality, and empathy, exemplified by her involvement with the WISE Campaign and her unique approach to promoting fiction reading as a means of understanding different perspectives.
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Beyond the Budget | For SaaS CFOsBy Paddle