Podcast: The State of Strategic Finance 2025

Sponsored by Vena

  • On this episode of The CFO Show we discuss what’s driving finance leaders’ strategic planning in 2025—and what’s next.
  • Based on data in Vena’s 2025 State of Strategic Finance Report developed in collaboration with BPM Partners.
  • Whether you’re navigating change, adopting new technology, or planning your next move, this episode is your roadmap.
  • Speakers: Melissa Howatson, CFO, Vena; Craig Schiff, CEO and Lead Analyst, BPM Partners
  • Released: May 6, 2025
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On this episode, we unpack:
📈 Why finance leaders are more optimistic than expected
🤝 The rise of cross-functional collaboration
👉 How AI is being used in finance
📊 Hallmarks of mature, high-performing finance teams
💼 Tackling talent shortages and scaling