Unlock the secrets of entrepreneurship and finance with Cassmer Ward on the Move Beyond Accounting Podcast! ๐๏ธ
In this episode, we dive deep into Cassmer's journey from being fired to founding Nexagy, a leading provider of fractional CFO services and co-founding IDE Structural Engineers, a residential engineering firm. Discover how he transformed challenges into opportunities and learn valuable insights on accounting leadership, risk management, and the importance of curiosity in business.
Key takeaways:
00:00 Introduction to Cass Ward and his journey
00:01:06 Turning points in his career
00:02:09 The impact of being fired
00:03:27 Founding IDE Structural Engineers
00:06:42 What Nexagy does
00:08:11 Understanding accounting leadership
00:11:09 Client base and industry focus
00:12:36 The value of diverse experiences
00:15:21 Building trust with clients
00:17:53 Distinguishing roles: CFO vs. Controller vs. Bookkeeper
00:19:31 Growing Nexagy through referrals
00:21:30 Leadership philosophy and mentorship
00:24:03 The role of education in leadership
00:29:35 How much does it cost to make a donut? - Cassmer's book
00:32:39 Advice for new graduates entering the workforce
00:35:11 Transitioning from Controller to CFO
00:37:38 Success stories with clients
00:40:09 The Influencing Entrepreneurs Podcast
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