Talent, culture & leadership
An incredibly important part of adding value as a finance leader is to get a handle on the “soft” issues within your business and this series will bring you the leading insights from successful CFOs and leaders in this field. If there is a competitive advantage to be had in 2017, it may well be here - don’t miss out.
05 August 2022 Tania Theron is equally dedicated to uplifting the underprivileged and helping her clients to grow their money. 04 August 2022 The annual CFO and CHRO South Africa Women’s Dinner left attendees feeling inspired and recognised. 29 July 2022 The South African CA talks about her life in San Francisco, and the journey that took her there. 05 July 2022 Top CFOs reveal how their organisations are creating new job opportunities across the country. 30 June 2022 He encourages CFOs to beef up their AI, blockchain and automation knowledge for better results. 28 June 2022 The Douglasdale Dairy CFO explains that it is up to finance leaders to always keep learning and imparting new knowledge. 24 June 2022 The ETDP SETA CFO explains that learning and development is a finance leader’s armour. 24 June 2022 Pilanesberg Platinum Mines FM Lebo talks about motherhood, management, and the mining industry. 22 June 2022 The TechnoDyn Group CFO unpacks why purpose-driven leadership has been attracting new interest. 20 June 2022 Carolina explains that continuous learning and personal development will help CFOs stay skilled for the future. 20 June 2022 The NYDA CFO outlines ways to empower young people – and how they can determine their own destiny. 20 June 2022 Bongi achieved excellence when she became the first public sector CFO to win the CFO of the Year Award in 2022. 15 June 2022 The AFMS Group CFO believes learning and development is a business imperative for all finance leaders. 10 June 2022 Yvonne Ayson, Hyundai’s finance GM is passionate about cars and proud to be a woman leader. 06 June 2022 The 2022 High-Performance Team Award winner unpacks how she has created a winning team. 03 June 2022 The head of risk management and audit strategy at Discovery Health is also the founder of Boss Babes of South Africa. 30 May 2022 After several fruitful decades as JAM International, the dynamic NGO has rebranded to ForAfrika. 26 May 2022 Tendai Matore is no stranger to challenges, and he has learnt to face it head-on. 21 May 2022 The newly appointed CFO of CFAO Equipment SA is looking forward to the learnings the new role brings. 19 May 2022 Calib Cassim and Adrian Maizey reveal the near-death and resurrection of Eskom and Starbucks SA. 18 May 2022 Clarissa told CFO Day attendees that Lafarge is on track with digital innovation, but is not moving fast enough. 17 May 2022 The global speaker laid down four provocations to change the way finance drives the growth of their organisations. 16 May 2022 Mike Davis, CJ Kujenga and Masibulele Dem reveal that ESG is more than just climate change. 16 May 2022 South Africa’s top business leaders reveal the four skills they look for in their CFOs at CFO Day. 16 May 2022 The Liberty Two Degrees FD explains that the role of the CFO in challenging times is multipronged. 12 May 2022 As the longest-held al-Qaeda captive, Stephen reveals that self-control was the best tool in his arsenal. 11 May 2022 Finance leaders discussed how their companies are dealing with the evolution of automation. 09 May 2022 The AEEI CFO shares his biggest achievements, including starting his own spice and sauce business. 02 May 2022 George de Beer, Abigail Mukhuba, Adri Führi and more reveal how they are meeting their people’s needs. 02 May 2022 Jamie Louw, CFO at AFMS Group, says the company emerged from the pandemic with newfound purpose. 24 April 2022 Yolande van Biljon, Fikile Mhlontlo, Calib Cassim and others share why they chose the public sector. 18 April 2022 Outgoing CFO of Astral Foods Daan Ferreira says finance has evolved into a more rewarding field. 11 April 2022 Deon Fredericks, Group Financial Director (FD) of Famous Brands Ltd on leading through change. 31 March 2022 Nal’ibali CFO Saleem Mukuddem talks about his illustrious career and why his work is so rewarding. 28 March 2022 TWK CFO unpacks the lessons he has learnt on optimising the opportunities in agriculture to attain financial success. 24 March 2022 Tonia explains that gender equality in corporate leadership is not an obscure and idealistic concept. 07 February 2022 In 2019, Adrian was tasked with a mission to rescue 13 Starbucks Southern Africa stores. 19 January 2022 From mentorship, to courage, to integrity; CFOs agreed that the role of a leader is to add value to all stakeholders. 05 January 2022 CFO Thembi Mazibuko says this achievement is proof that Masslift is committed to real transformation. 18 December 2021 Olivia Serithi, Casper Troskie and Nerissa Jalim reveal the true value of a people-oriented approach. 16 December 2021 The best CFOs understand that a vital part of their role is actively empowering people. 22 November 2021 Lucas Ndala believes that, during times of change, people have to consider what legacy they are building. 14 November 2021 Working out when to call an end to a system – and embrace the benefits – is up to the CIO ànd CFO. 10 November 2021 This International Accountants Day, we celebrate the CFOs who have redefined the accountancy role. 08 November 2021 Workday's Fred Portal unpacks how Covid-19 has forced organisations to accelerate their digital transformation strategies. 31 October 2021 Mark has always had an entrepreneurial spirit, from selling caps on the beach as a child to now building a megacity. 18 October 2021 The SOLA Group CFO shares why renewable energy is important to him, and how the industry is booming. 04 October 2021 As the group’s first in-house CFO, Jono has been building a strong financial team within iKhokha. 30 September 2021 Lindiwe believes she is living proof that you don’t have to be mean to lead effectively. 20 September 2021 The CFO of Redefine Properties says being a finance leader echoes the values he was raised with. 09 September 2021 As the CFO of Cape Union Mart, Landi took the opportunity to mould the role to be more people-centric. 01 September 2021 e4’s recent Girls in STEM programme is a demonstration of how working together can create change. 30 August 2021 Women should be given opportunities with full confidence that they are going to achieve and deliver, says Nopasika. 23 August 2021 As the only female executive at SANRAL, Inge is passionate about empowering the women around her. 20 August 2021 Adri Führi, e4 group CFO, says much more can be done to ensure equality and innovation. 19 August 2021 Carin Taylor, Workday’s chief diversity officer, talks about visibility, open dialogue, and looking at the individual. 18 August 2021 Nerissa Chetty discusses how managing expectations helped her to fulfil work and personal responsibilities. 16 August 2021 With a new job in a new industry and a new baby, Abigail has spent the last 18 months relearning. 12 August 2021 Momentum Corporate’s Emda Fourie says women are uniquely placed to change the sector. 11 August 2021 Brad explains that, during the hard lockdown, he had to replan Douglasdale Dairy’s strategy daily. 11 August 2021 Leading women in finance and technology reveal that inclusion starts long before women enter the workforce. 09 August 2021 CFOs share how they have had to reset their boundaries since working from home. 09 August 2021 Zoliswa has had to wear sales, risk and operation leadership hats throughout her career at G4S South Africa. 05 August 2021 CFOs and CHROs gathered to share ideas, learn from thought leaders, and be inspired. 04 August 2021 Digitisation and the Covid-19 pandemic are only some of the challenges Raisibe has faced this last year. 02 August 2021 Veliswa has played a critical role in the merger of Barloworld Motor Retail and NMI Durban South Motors. 12 July 2021 Rochelle has driven change throughout her career with a focus on people, processes and technology. 30 June 2021 BDO SA’s head of finance explains how focusing on people and not just numbers can get you better results. 16 June 2021 Grant Greeff explains that CEOs and CFOs have clear lanes of accountability and need to trust each other. 10 June 2021 Tafadzwa is passionate about mentoring and empowering young students and CAs, as well as his colleagues. 07 June 2021 The Old Mutual CFO says that leaders have had to be more deliberate when checking in with people. 03 June 2021 Mpho explains how she was recognised as a leader for EWSETA, despite her youth. 27 May 2021 Rhett shares how he fast-forwarded his career from King Price’s CFO to deputy-CEO before the age of 40. 20 May 2021 As the world of work changes, CFOs need to rethink their skills and the talent that they bring into business. 20 May 2021 The Juwi EMEA FD’s ability to easily connect with different types of people has turned out to be an asset. 16 May 2021 Anene’s experience as a deaf financial controller shows how communication improves inclusion. 13 May 2021 The Mars South Africa CFO believes that CFOs need to be much more agile in the new world of work. 09 May 2021 Senele is passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment for the young children of Osizweni. 24 March 2021 Nico explains how you can use emotional intelligence for effective professional and personal leadership. 18 March 2021 Sedibelo Platinum Mines CFO Elmarie Maritz sees the mining industry as an opportunity for women. 03 March 2021 TransUnion Africa CFO Sharon Naidoo shares her experience of learning new leadership skills from her mentees. 28 February 2021 CFO South Africa webinar reveals how accountants can upskill to remain relevant. 24 February 2021 Herman Singh says building your personal brand has a significant impact on your career journey. 22 February 2021 DoughGetters’ Murray Barnetson makes a case for taking care of yourself to avoid burnout. 31 December 2020 Finance professionals talk about the impact CAs can have in organisations. 21 December 2020 Finance leaders share how education has helped them reach their goals. 20 October 2020 Sage FD Jordaan Burger: Companies that went digital before lockdown were prepared for Covid-19. 16 October 2020 Today’s uncertainty and change will see finance leaders assuming greater responsibility. 15 October 2020 Speaking at the 2020 Finance Indaba Network, Professor Mervyn King advocated for a title change for CFOs. 15 October 2020 Raisibe Morathi and other panellists shared their learnings from working through Covid-19. 15 October 2020 A panel of women finance leaders said these three things were critical in their journey to the top. 04 September 2020 Claudelle von Eck: When it comes to ethics, leaders need to put their money where their mouth is. 13 August 2020 Laila says it's important for young women of colour to take up significant positions in corporate SA. 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. 05 August 2020 JAM CFO Nico Esterhuizen says the best time to choose personal growth is today. 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 Mark Godfrey and Ashley Francis share their leadership lessons from Covid-19 and lockdown. 08 July 2020 Robots are assisting humans to build cars, deliver packages and assemble computers. Blockchain is tracking diamond supply chains and monitoring construction equipment. Smart machines are showing up in hospitals, shipping containers, pharmacies, and more. For finance to meet the challenges of a digital world, CFOs need to transform their talent and use different tools and techniques. 03 July 2020 Shilpa says women shouldn't shy away from leadership, especially during tough economic times. 02 July 2020 CFOs need to take a "yes, and" approach, but they also have to say "no" when it's necessary. 26 June 2020 Having the wisdom to make smart decisions is something Thobeka Ntshiza, CFO of Avis Fleet, values. 14 June 2020 Avashnee Ramdial has learnt that finance departments don't deliver well if their culture isn't cohesive and collaborative. She explained how she got this right as the CFO of Stanlib, based on a similar process in her prior role at Absa, and how she is keen to share the learnings from the hardships she has faced with other women in finance, in an interview with Georgina Guedes. 05 June 2020 Her love for numbers and sharp logic make Jo-Ann Pohl a natural dynamo in finance, but what has really made her an exceptional leader is her strong creative streak and ability to imagine fresh new possibilities for every scenario. 03 June 2020 To attain the "badge" of true leadership, you have to master personal leadership, says Nico. 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. 14 May 2020 The finance team at Jaguar Land Rover South Africa are encouraged to become business partners, influencing the organisation as a whole and seizing the opportunities presented for personal development. But there is one more characteristic that typifies the motor company's finance team - and that's an abiding passion for the two premier brands. 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. 07 May 2020 CFOs share their leadership anecdotes from times of crisis during a CFO Community Conversation. 24 January 2020 A team of students from UCT GSB participated in the John Molson MBA International Case Competition, and won. 08 January 2020 CFO Sheldon Friedericksen explains how Fedgroup gamified its employees' work experience - with stellar results. 24 October 2019 Finance Indaba attendees heard that they need to take an entrepreneurial view of their organisations. 22 October 2019 Mariska Casey explains how she won the World Championship in deadlifting, despite huge personal challenges. 22 October 2019 It's about being technologically adept, having a strong and nurturing support system. 21 October 2019 An S&P Global Market Intelligence study shows that woman CFOs are increasing companies' profits. 20 October 2019 CFOs encouraged to serve their communities with optimism to make meaningful change across the country. 17 October 2019 Panel tells Finance Indaba that women's empowerment and upliftment is everyone's responsibility. 16 October 2019 While corporate is making strides in making sure the workplace is more inclusive, gender equality is still lagging behind.Tania Theron: Making a life through giving back
Celebrating women’s excellence at CFO and CHRO South Africa Women’s Dinner
Khanya Modipa slays entrepreneurship… and a career at Google
CFOs empowering the workforce of South Africa
CFOs need to get familiar with hot topics, says Altron’s Nicholas Bofilatos
Brad Wentzel believes knowledge is the best gift CFOs have to give
No soldier dares go to war without their armour, says CFO Nonhlanhla Mona-Dick
FM Lebo Nkuna on family and finance
Serisha Beosumbar: Purpose-driven leadership is about action
CFOs need to be prepared for seismic changes, says Prof Carolina Koornhof
Khuti Mbedzi encourages young people to fight for a brighter future this Youth Month
Bongi Ngoma’s pursuit of excellence
Jamie Louw reveals how continuous learning has helped him become a better leader
Hyundai SA’s Yvonne Ayson on steering change in the automotive industry
EOH FD Megan Pydigadu reveals the making of a high-performance team
Kovini Moodley celebrating South Africa’s Boss Babes
Nico Esterhuizen reveals the new JAM International: ForAfrika
The SABC’s Tendai Matore wants to leave his mark
The last three years have resulted in personal and professional growth for Tammy Rosse
CFOs Calib Cassim and Adrian Maizey unpack how they saved two sinking ships
Clarissa Appana unpacks Lafarge’s digital innovation journey
Abdullah Verachia provokes CFOs to think about the future in CFO Day presentation
CFO Day panel urges CFOs to use their superpowers to ‘do good’
The top four things CEOs look for in a CFO
José Snyders reveals how to create value in a crisis
Stephen McGown shares how he found his superpower in the Sahara Desert
CFOs interrogate their role in an automated world at CFO Day
The spicier side of Jowayne van Wyk's life
5 CFOs celebrate their workers
Using lessons from a crisis to come out stronger on the other side
CFOs with a calling for the public sector
Forty-year finance veteran Daan Ferreira reflects on a rich career
Coming out of semi-retirement to embrace new challenges
Nal’ibali’s Saleem Mukuddem on replacing product for purpose
Eddie Fivaz shares how he has navigated a career in agri-business
RCS deputy CFO Tonia Pavlou, advocates for gender equality in the boardroom
How Adrian Maizey went from pursuing a career in tennis to one in the coffee industry
CFOs discussed the true mark of a leader during 2021 Finance Indaba Conversations
Masslift Africa’s commitment to uplifting South Africa sees it reach B-BBEE level one status
Empathetic CFOs, taking a people-first approach to finance
CFOs who go beyond the numbers and make a difference to people
BCX CFO Lucas Ndala leaving a legacy
There is value in the CIO-CFO tech collaboration
These CFOs are more than just accountants
Covid-19 has catapulted CFOs to the digital leaders of business
Mark Scop is a serial entrepreneur who isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves
CFO Oliver Braithwaite believes its an exciting time in SA’s renewable energy journey
CFO Jono Blignaut creating a strong financial backbone in iKhokha
Nice girls do get the corner office, says CFO Lindiwe Mzaidume
How a heritage steeped in Nguni cattle farming created a foundation for Ntobeko Nyawo’s success
Landi van Staden decided to remodel the CFO role during Covid-19
Executives need to work together to achieve a meaningful outcome, says e4 CFO Adri Führi
Visionary Woman: CFO Nopasika Lila says the world is conspiring for your success
Visionary Woman Leader Inge Mulder paving the way for women
Walking the talk on gender equality, diversity, and empowerment in SA tech
Visionary Woman Leader: Workday’s Carin Taylor believes in the power of difference
How Ubank’s Nerissa Chetty navigates the work-life balance
Visionary Woman Leader Abigail Mukhuba taking on a whole new world
Visionary Woman Leader Emda Fourie explains what women can get right
What has been keeping CFO Bradley Wentzel up at night
Webinar reveals that digital transformation and support structures improves diversity
Women’s Event reveals that women need to keep resetting boundaries
Visionary Woman Leader: Zoliswa Mashinini isn’t just the CFO of G4S South Africa, but dons various different hats
Use your influence for change: women execs gather for inspirational event
Vodacom Group CFO Raisibe Morathi shares what has been keeping her up at night
Visionary Woman Leader: CFO Veliswa Rozani delivers the sale of Barloworld Motor Retail
Imperial’s Logistics Africa CFO Rochelle Gabriels leads with humility, authenticity and agility
Kym Joubert’s empathy underpins her leadership style
CFOs can learn from Formula 1 team Mercedes when working with their CEOs
The only way to move forward, is together, says Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe CFO Tafadzwa Mahachi
Casper Troskie believes people need focused connection in times of change
CEO Mpho Mookapele uses her youth to lead the EWSETA
Rhett Finch credits his early success to his team at King Price Insurance
Dineo Molefe says that CFOs need to intentionally invest in their futures during podcast
Carlos Mateos Duran makes his adventurous spirit the building blocks of his career
Anene Engelbrecht redefining transformation
Sam Hopwood: CFOs are playing the same game, but the pitch has changed
CFO Cares: Senele Mbatha giving hope to his community
CFO Nico Esterhuizen: The impact of emotional intelligence on effective leadership
CFO Elmarie Maritz on nurturing women in mining
CFO Diary: Leadership inspired by millennials
From number crunchers to data analysts
Building your personal brand like Apple
Murray Barnetson: From burnout to buoyant CFO
Exploring the value CAs bring to organisations
Learning your way to the top
Lessons from Covid and remote working
Finance leadership in uncertain times
The rise of the chief value officer
Finance Indaba hears from the leaders spearheading the new world of work
Finance Indaba hears how support, EQ and mentorship are critical for women CFOs
CFO Community Conversation: Ethical leadership is more than just a lip service
Equites CFO Laila Razack: Representation matters
Community Conversation reveals: Confidence is a woman's language to success
Women shouldn't try to be 'one of the boys' when leading organisations
Use a personal development model to improve your professional leadership skills
CFOs, in times of crisis, stop, drop and collaborate
CFO Community Conversation reveals: Companies need to start feeding back into society
Webinar reveals that leaders need to be decisive during Covid-19
Deloitte Consulting Africa's Philip Hechter: Time to reimagine finance
CA Shilpa Mehta first female president of the Entrepreneurs' Organisation Durban Chapter
CFOs need to be both the sandpaper and glue within their organisation
Thobeka Ntshiza shares the experiences that have made her into a "discerning" leader
Stanlib CFO Avashnee Ramdial gets candid about culture
Shifting with purpose, iOCO group CFO Jo-Ann Pohl's tale of how to make smart moves
JAM CFO Nico Esterhuizen: Leaders, challenge yourself in these four life dimensions
Reinventing teams and their leaders for the future (Part 2): Toxic work environments
Jaguar Land Rover's Liaan Kretzschmar: It's not just a job, it's an experience
Reinventing teams and their leaders for the future (Part 1): Internal vs external recruiting
Four CFOs share their approach to fostering diversity
CFOs agree that the first thing leaders should do during a crisis is to look after their staff
UCT GSB first ever Africa business school to win the MBA Olympics
How to adapt your work culture to tap into your staff's passion
CFOs need to behave like they own the business
To be a champion, you need to adopt a growth mindset
How three of SA's top young CFOs landed in their C-suite positions
Women CFOs taking over the way companies do business - and excelling
Making South Africa a better place requires positivity
Stop blaming women for not pulling each other up
Panel says gender equality still a big challenge in the workplace
