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28 December 2021 2021’s Community Conversations provided a platform for CFOs to exchange ideas and plan for the future 14 December 2021 We round up the events that got our community together despite the pandemic in 2021. 16 November 2021 At a CFO Dinner in Stellenbosch, execs shared learnings and discussed how they are moving forward. 02 September 2021 SAA’s Fikile Mhlontlo and Lanseria’s Mpolaheng Mohlopi unpack what the future of the aviation industry will look like. 20 July 2021 Dr Chris van Straten and Dr Stavros Nicolaou highlight the impact of Covid-19 and the civil unrest on mental health. 28 June 2021 Simon and Brad explained what it took to shut down operations or to operate as an essential service. 23 June 2021 Ofhani’s love for science and a desire to improve the lives of the impoverished led him to start his own company. 17 June 2021 CFO Community Conversation participants heard about the benefits of a client-centric business model. 03 June 2021 Mpho explains how she was recognised as a leader for EWSETA, despite her youth. 26 May 2021 After Covid-19 hiatus, an impressive group of CFOs came together for a conversation at the Saxon. 26 May 2021 Victor said that executives and directors of organisations also need to be held accountable for audit failures. 16 May 2021 Anene’s experience as a deaf financial controller shows how communication improves inclusion. 14 May 2021 Pieter Heyns said, in a “trust less” environment, bitcoin has shown that blockchain is secure and resilient. 09 May 2021 Senele is passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment for the young children of Osizweni. 30 April 2021 Community Conversation reveals that businesses will be left behind when they don’t embrace change. 19 April 2021 PwC's Robert Beighton explained the levers to create shareholder value in CFO Community Conversation. 28 March 2021 CFOs share what they are doing to change the tone at the top for women inclusion in the workplace. 11 March 2021 Dr Stavros Nicolaou clears some of the uncertainty around the Covid-19 vaccines in South Africa. 09 March 2021 Upmarket property developments specifically designed for retired citizens are set to grow at an impressive rate. 02 March 2021 Summit attendees went on a first-ever SA executive virtual safari through the Kruger National Park. 25 February 2021 Finance and HR executives were taken on a journey from the past to the future in the Fearless Future Summit. 17 February 2021 King Price CFO Paul Stedall believes that technology can take the finance function to the next level. 11 February 2021 Deloitte’s Jo Mitchell-Marais says businesses should focus on contingency planning to survive an ongoing crisis. 02 February 2021 The Afrimat CFO says that the biggest lesson from 2020 was that the business environment keeps changing. 31 January 2021 Dumisani says that technology has become an integral part of his role as the CFO of SANParks. 30 January 2021 The CFO looks forward to giving people hope again and making others see the value of their health. 28 January 2021 TFG CFO Bongiwe Ntuli shared how the company has put their employees first, even during Covid-19. 26 January 2021 The Pick n Pay CFO urges people to use the teamwork of 2020 to take on 2021. 20 January 2021 The Calgro M3 CFO encourages leadership to support those on their journey back to ‘normality’. 16 January 2021 As an accounting professional, Shabeer quickly realised the value that technology brings to businesses. 15 January 2021 Andre has gone completely paperless, replacing documents and books with his iPad. 13 January 2021 How Investec uses technology to improve business processes and improve user experience. 11 January 2021 The Implats CFO urges people to lend a helping hand to the most vulnerable people in our society. 08 January 2021 Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa CFO shares the lessons he’s taking into 2021. 08 January 2021 ACCA-qualified Jo talks about how the intentions behind our actions determine a much bigger success. 23 December 2020 CFOs share how they spend time away from the office, indulging some of their other passions. 19 December 2020 We look back at the value that finance professionals found in gathering online to share and discuss challenges. 09 December 2020 Finance and HR community members share their takeaways from 2020 at the last Community Conversation. 08 December 2020 The sabbatical allowed CJ to focus on her family and she created a podcast called ‘Journey to Mother’. 19 November 2020 CFO SA's John Deane chased clues and mastered obstacles with the new Land Rover Defender 110. 19 November 2020 During a Community Conversation, Lori explained that multitasking can cause mental fatigue. 16 November 2020 CFOs who worked with Kimi Makwetu in the public sector share their memories of the Auditor-General. 02 November 2020 Nico Pretorius, Phindile Majikijela and Marizane Meyer are delighted by the challenge outcome. 29 October 2020 CFO Community Conversation reveals that hackers exploit the employees in the business. 22 October 2020 These are the winners of the Finance Indaba Network scavenger hunt and leaderboard competitions. 22 October 2020 Prof King reveals that value creation has replaced profit focus in CFO Community Conversation. 13 October 2020 Afgri Group CFO Rivasha Maharaj made time to mentor a Grade 12 scholar throughout her academic year. 08 October 2020 CFOs share how their people-friendly policies, like parental leave, have changed from traditional policies. 06 October 2020 Both Glenn and Lauren Fullerton were influenced by Glenn’s father to pursue a career in finance. 01 October 2020 CFOs asked Tania all their questions around the sign off regulations, and a heated debate ensued. 29 September 2020 Thobeka and Zamani Ntshiza started their relationship over the phone. Now they have five children. 22 September 2020 Pramy and Kreesan Moodley graduated the same year at the same university, but only met years later. 18 September 2020 The initial threat of Covid-19 and Alert Level 5 lockdown left people isolated in their homes, unable to see their family and friends. However, this didn't stop former UCT executive director of finance Ashley Francis from finding new ways to make memories. 16 September 2020 Shoprite CFO Anton de Bruyn married Zyla four days after she wrote her final honours exam. 11 September 2020 Most CFOs agree that their purpose is making a difference to the world around them. 09 September 2020 Brett and Candice Tromp went the CA route together, believing the qualification would open many doors. 04 September 2020 Claudelle von Eck: When it comes to ethics, leaders need to put their money where their mouth is. 01 September 2020 CFOs Jaco and Elmarie Martiz found love in the general office for article clerks at KPMG. 27 August 2020 CFOs agree that auditors need to adapt their processes to the new virtual world brought on by Covid-19. 21 August 2020 Hatch Africa FD Craig Sumption's has developed a deep sense of responsibility and accountability. 20 August 2020 Some of SA's top CFOs explored the challenges facing the country, and then shared solutions. 06 August 2020 Inge Walters discussed the internal barriers that keep women from achieving success. 05 August 2020 EOH's Megan Pydigadu reveals that you can earn anyone's respect by being your authentic self. 30 July 2020 CFOs discuss the importance of collaborating in order to survive during CFO Community Conversation. 23 July 2020 CFOs discuss the importance of supporting society while ensuring the survival of their organisations. 17 July 2020 ECDC reports five employees tested positive for Covid-19, but two have now recovered. 17 July 2020 Mark Godfrey and Ashley Francis share their leadership lessons from Covid-19 and lockdown. 16 July 2020 This week's conversation explored how companies' risk strategies have evolved as a result of the pandemic. 14 July 2020 The Hulisani CFO was nominated for the 2019 CFO Awards, citing it a "truly awesome" experience. 13 July 2020 Akhil says it will be great to have a break from being restricted to his house during lockdown. 10 July 2020 Members are looking at retirement fund suspensions and financial literacy for survival during lockdown. 02 July 2020 The indomitable founder of CFO SA, CHRO SA and M&A Africa has passed away in his home country, The Netherlands. 02 July 2020 CFOs need to take a "yes, and" approach, but they also have to say "no" when it's necessary. 28 June 2020 Webinar reveals that unsegregated responsibilities can lead to fraud, especially during Covid-19. 25 June 2020 Although the CFOs expressed their concern about sovereign debt, there were some silver linings. 23 June 2020 Sizwe believes we need to preserve the quality, growth and transformation of the accounting profession. 23 June 2020 For ACCA-qualified Yvonne Soglo, no day in the job is the same in her role as director: provincial budget analysis at the National Treasury. Her responsibilities including supporting 12 finance teams in the Limpopo province to deliver on spending that matches their budgets. 19 June 2020 TreasuryONE's Rudolph Janse van Rensburg takes CFOs through the automation process. 18 June 2020 CFOs believe the move to online, and improved healthcare and education are amongst silver linings. 11 June 2020 CFO Community Conversation looks at the industries hit hardest by Covid-19 and how they survived. 05 June 2020 Three young CFOs shared their experiences and tips with a captivated and interactive online audience. 05 June 2020 The CFOs agreed that Covid-19 has already started shaping the future and the new normal. 05 June 2020 Marketers should share their companies' stories on LinkedIn as people are noticing brand news more. 28 May 2020 Cathy says it's difficult to figure out what clients need because backward-looking data doesn't answer that question anymore. 28 May 2020 CFO Community Conversation: Some teams continue to work from home, others are returning to work. 22 May 2020 Deon Fredericks, the interim CFO of South African Airways, might be in the throes of rescuing the struggling state-owned airline from collapsing but he still makes time to give back to society. He supports the CFO Case Study Competition, which is run by CharterQuest Institute South Africa and aims to groom high school (junior) and university students (senior) for the finance profession. 21 May 2020 Walter Leonhardt, FD of CCBSA believes that if they care for people profitability will follow. 20 May 2020 CFOs often need to oversee the skilling up of their teams. But junior employees aren't the only staff who need to grow and learn - the demand for development exists all the way to the very top, with leaders needing to embrace learning opportunities as much as anyone else on their teams. 15 May 2020 Victor Sekese and Nik Rabinowitz also enlightened and entertained at CFO Community Conversation. 15 May 2020 The discussion also featured lessons for business from nature with biomimicry expert Claire Janisch. 14 May 2020 CFOs often need to oversee the skilling up of their teams. But junior employees aren't the only staff who need to grow and learn - the demand for development exists all the way to the very top, with leaders needing to embrace learning opportunities as much as anyone else on their teams. 13 May 2020 Dress up in your best evening attire as Victor Sekese shares a judges perspective on the CFO Awards. 12 May 2020 CFOs often need to oversee the skilling up of their teams. But junior employees aren't the only staff who need to grow and learn - the demand for development exists all the way to the very top, with leaders needing to embrace learning opportunities as much as anyone else on their teams. 08 May 2020 These CFOs share their insights into changing their companies' BEE scores and culture. 08 May 2020 The digital guru discussed reinventing branding during the Covid-19 crisis with marketers. 07 May 2020 CFOs share their leadership anecdotes from times of crisis during a CFO Community Conversation. 30 April 2020 MTN CFO Ralph Mupita said CFOs' guidance as stewards of value has become super-important. 28 April 2020 Finance leaders have no choice but to prepare themselves and their workplaces for the digitization revolution. Workplaces are already reaping the benefits of automation and AI, and to remain current, CFOs need to embrace self-education along with any formal training that they can lay their hands on. 25 April 2020 Finance leaders have no choice but to prepare themselves and their workplaces for the digitisation revolution. Workplaces are already reaping the benefits of automation and AI, and to remain current, CFOs need to embrace self-education along with any formal training that they can lay their hands on. 23 April 2020 CFOs say they will remain cautious after lockdown, but are optimistic about a new way of work. 22 April 2020 Deloitte Analytics' Catherine Stretton: The time is right for AI implementation. 21 April 2020 Pat Semenya, the South African country head of the ACCA, spends a chunk of her daily work considering her team members, ensuring their wellbeing both as humans first, and then in terms of their functional and organisational plans. 21 April 2020 The ACCA-qualified NPO NGO reflects on the benefits of a global accounting qualification. 21 April 2020 The role of mentoring is becoming increasingly important in an ever-changing work environment. 16 April 2020 Finance leaders reveal that teams are becoming more innovative, in this week's CFO Conversation. 15 April 2020 Finance leaders have no choice but to prepare themselves and their workplaces for the digitization revolution. Workplaces are already reaping the benefits of automation and AI, and to remain current, CFOs need to embrace self-education along with any formal training that they can lay their hands on. 14 April 2020 Joint Aid Management CFO: There are opportunities to support the vital work of non-profits. 09 April 2020 Finance execs agreed that keeping humanness in the dialogue is what's getting them through this. 06 April 2020 Nando's closes stores during Covid-19 lockdown, staff fully compensated during this time. 03 April 2020 This came with a caveat for attendees of the online CFO summit: Watch out for the Lawson Effect. 01 April 2020 She says that those in leadership positions must assist government in fighting the Covid-19 pandemic. 30 March 2020 The contribution is in partnership with the Motsepe Foundation, African Rainbow Minerals and Sanlam. 26 March 2020 Nine CFOs gathered for the first weekly conversation CFO South Africa will be hosting during lockdown. 19 March 2020 Supporting this evolution, SAP Concur has partnered with CFO South Africa as an Executive Partner. 18 March 2020 CFO South Africa MD Joël Roerig on finding new ways to bring executives together during social isolation. 19 February 2020 Finance Meets HR Summit attendees believe CFOs can also be people people. 18 February 2020 When you put people and finance together, you can create beautiful value for business. 17 February 2020 ClarkHouse Human Capital to partner with leading CFO community platform, CFO South Africa. 14 February 2020 Neo Dongwana has been appointed as the chair of the Barloworld board. 12 February 2020 At the Finance Meets HR Summit, leading executives take a look at how finance and HR are #StrongerTogether.CFOs kept the conversation going to share ideas and build community
In 2021, the finance scene was treated to virtual safaris, fine dining, and awards
Exceptional opportunities are emerging in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, say CFOs
CFO Community Conversation reveals what the future of aviation looks like
CFO and CHRO Community Conversation explores mental health during times of unrest
Simon Adams and Brad Wentzel reveal how they learned to be flexible during lockdown
Science inspires Ofhani Ramukhuvhathi to become an entrepreneur
CFO André du Plessis reveals that Capitec’s success is its client-centricity
CEO Mpho Mookapele uses her youth to lead the EWSETA
CFO Dinner celebrates the role of finance leaders during the crisis
Victor Sekese revealed that internal audit requires a rethink during Community Conversation
Anene Engelbrecht redefining transformation
Community Conversation looks at blockchain and whether business is ready for it
CFO Cares: Senele Mbatha giving hope to his community
CFOs need to embrace disruption and uncertainty or get left behind
CFOs learn how to preserve and create value in an uncertain world
CFO Community Conversation: Workplace inclusion for women starts with the people in power
CFOs hear what business needs to know about the Covid-19 vaccine in South Africa
Auria group FM Gary Vidergauz on finance, senior living and competitive edge
Finance and HR professionals live the future on a virtual safari
Summit reveals that the future isn’t as ridiculous as you may believe
How tech can support, and drive, the finance function
Community Conversation reveals that CFOs shouldn’t apply thrive strategies too quickly
Pieter de Wit urges people to focus on the positive
Technology, part of the CFO’s DNA, says Dumisani Dlamini
Discovery Health’s Brett Tromp hopes to have an impact in 2021
This year’s first CFO Community Conversation affirms “local is lekker” for SA business
2020 taught CFO Lerena Olivier that teamwork really is everything
Waldi Joubert looks forward to seeing people thrive again in 2021
DTIC CFO Shabeer Khan welcomes the digital world
Capitec CFO Andre du Plessis loves and embraces technology
Investec CFO Nishlan Samujh talks tech
Meroonisha Kerber stresses the importance of being community-minded
Life goes on – adjust, says CFO Walter Leonhardt
iOCO CFO Jo-Ann Pohl: Choose ethics, choose sustainability
It’s not all work – there’s some play too
2020’s Community Conversations gave CFOs a space to learn and share
CFO and CHRO communities come together one final time in 2020
CJ Kujenga emerges from sabbatical ready to lead
Thousands of smiles per hour clocked at Land Rover Defender adventure series
Lori Milner says CFOs should practise doing one thing at a time
Public sector CFOs offer their respects to the deceased Auditor-General
Finance Indaba leaderboard winners grateful for win in an extremely challenging year
The best way to prevent a cyberattack is to educate your employees
Lucky Finance Indaba Network launch day winners announced!
Prof Mervyn King: CFOs need to be the chief value officers in their organisations
CFO cares: Afgri Group CFO Rivasha Maharaj coaches with care
JSE CFO Aarti Takoordeen talks people-friendly policies
Finance in the family (Part 6): Three generations of accountants
Tania Wimberley reveals why the JSE implemented the CEO and FD sign-off regulation
Finance in the family (Part 5): The Ntshiza squad
Finance in the family (Part 4): The Sappi Southern Africa CFO and the tax lecturer
Ashley Franics making memories during lockdown
Finance in the family (Part 3): Love at first stock count for Anton and Zyla de Bruyn
CFOs discuss the power of bringing their purpose to work
Finance in the family (Part 2): From highschool sweethearts to CAs
CFO Community Conversation: Ethical leadership is more than just a lip service
Finance in the family (Part 1): Growing together from article clerks to CFOs
CFOs share their virtual audits tips and tricks in CFO Community Conversation
Hatch Africa FD Craig Sumption has been a leader since high school
What SA is doing wrong and how to put it right, with BLSA's Busi Mavuso
Community Conversation reveals: Confidence is a woman's language to success
Women shouldn't try to be 'one of the boys' when leading organisations
CFOs, in times of crisis, stop, drop and collaborate
CFO Community Conversation reveals: Companies need to start feeding back into society
Covid-19 takes the life of Eastern Cape Development Corporation CFO Sivuyile Bulube
Webinar reveals that leaders need to be decisive during Covid-19
CFO Community Conversation tackles post Covid-19 risk strategy
Masibulele Dem accepts CFO Awards nominee's trophy under social distancing regulations
CA article clerk Akhil Panday the lucky winner of a three-night stay at Sun City
Webinar reveals that the focus of retirement funds has shifted to engaging individuals
Maverick & legend: The lasting legacy of our founder Alex van Groningen
CFOs need to be both the sandpaper and glue within their organisation
With companies under financial pressure, the opportunity to commit fraud has increased
CFOs gather for a post-revised-budget analysis in this week's Community Conversation
Future Nation Schools' Sizwe Nxasana: No prospective accountant should be left behind
National Treasury's Yvonne Soglo has a calling for public service
Why CFOs should automate, with TreasuryONE and Automation Anywhere
CFOs look at the silver lining in the Covid-19 storm cloud in CFO Community Conversation
CFOs reveal the changes they've had to make to survive lockdown and post-lockdown
CFO South Africa launches webinar series with: Become an awesome CFO before 40
CFO Community Conversation looks into the future and an "ideal world"
Marketers Com Con reveals: Give the market a story, or it will define your story for you
Oracle marketing director Cathy Stadler says retrospective data is obsolete
CFOs share the challenges and opportunities that come with the easing of lockdown
CFO Cares: SAA interim CFO Deon Fredericks making the case for giving back
CFO Community Conversation looks into striking a balance between people and profit
Reinventing teams and their leaders for the future (Part 3): Applying lessons to yourself
CFOs can learn from nature says biomimicry expert Claire Janisch
CFO Award nominees celebrated at CFO Community Conversation
Reinventing teams and their leaders for the future (Part 2): Toxic work environments
The 2020 CFO Awards nominees join Thursday evening's CFO Community Conversation
Reinventing teams and their leaders for the future (Part 1): Internal vs external recruiting
Four CFOs share their approach to fostering diversity
CFO and CHRO SA host Marketers Community Conversation with Mike Stopforth
CFOs agree that the first thing leaders should do during a crisis is to look after their staff
Finance leaders discuss Covid-19 positives during latest CFO Community Conversation
Prepare for the future, it's already here (Part 3): Universities meeting digital demand
Prepare for the future, it's already here (Part 2): Embracing robotic process automation
Corporate South Africa won't be rushing back to the office post-lockdown
Enter the Age of With: Where humans work side-by-side with machines
ACCA head Pat Semenya: In a time of crisis true leaders put others first
JAM CFO Nico Esterhuizen: Accounting professionals need to stay ahead of the curve
Seven CFOs on preparing the next generation to fill their shoes
CFOs and their teams are learning new skills and ways of working during lockdown
Prepare for the future, it's already here (Part 1): Today's leaders need to be digitally savvy
JAM CFO explains that small donations can make a big difference during Covid-19 pandemic
CFOs share stress relief tips for lockdown during CFO Community Conversation
Stay home, stay safe Mzansi! urges Nando's CFO Simon Adams
Deloitte's Valter Adão says Covid-19 lockdown is the time to focus on innovation
Implats CFO Meroonisha Kerber feels fortunate to be able to pay staff during lockdown
Motsepe family joins Ruperts and Oppenheimers in donating R1 billion to Covid-19 fight
"Cashflow is King" and other lessons from online Covid-19 CFO Community Conversation
SAP Concur is well-positioned to participate in the evolution of the CFO role
CFO and CHRO communities are stepping up in the time of Covid-19
From high IQs to high EQs: The CFO's role is no longer just about finance
Finance Meets HR Summit reveals: Finance and HR need to get into bed together
ClarkHouse Human Capital supports CFO Community
Barloworld appoints first woman to chair its board
Who will be the CEO's co-pilot of the future - the CFO or CHRO?
