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Master Financial Modeling in Minutes with Chris Reilly, Founder of Financial Modeling Education


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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Chris Reilly, Founder of Financial Modeling Education, joins Megan Weis to share practical insights to simplify and master financial modeling. Learn why understanding the three financial statements is universal across industries, how to effectively tell financial stories, and practical strategies for both small businesses and large enterprises to leverage financial modeling.


With a diverse background spanning consulting, FP&A at Hilton Worldwide, and middle market private equity, Chris has transformed his decade of hands-on experience into practical, accessible educational content. As a financial modeling educator and contractor since 2020, Chris focuses on breaking down sophisticated financial concepts into systematic, repeatable steps, enabling professionals to build in hours that previously took weeks.

What You’ll Learn:
  • How to master the four universal pillars of financial modeling
  • The systematic three-step approach to breaking down complex financial models into manageable components
  • Why understanding the three financial statements is crucial for modeling any industry or company size
  • The power of monthly vs. annual modeling for revealing critical business insights and seasonal patterns
  • Why intellectual curiosity is essential for advancing in financial roles and creating proactive value


Learn more about Chris: 
  • Chris Reilly on LinkedIn
  • Financial Modeling Education Website


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Previous guests include: Tom McDermott, CFO at Career Certified, Claire Bramley, CFO at Teradata, Chris Miles, Founder of Money Ripples, Ranil DeSilva, CFO & COO at CARE, Jordan Grumet, Financial Independence Expert & Host of Earn & Invest & William Washington, Global CFO at Baker McKenzie

Check out some of our most recent episodes:
  • Driving Value Beyond Finance with Tom McDermott
  • Why CFOs Are the Chief Everything Officers with Claire Bramley
  • Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails and What To Do Instead with Chris Miles
  • NGO Finance Secrets: CARE’s $900M Strategy with Ranil DeSilva
  • What Lights You Up? with Jordan Grumet
  • Become a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with William Washington

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