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In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro is joined by returning guest Susana Serrano-Davey, seasoned finance leader and leadership mentor, to explore the people side of change. Together, they discuss how leaders can support teams through uncertainty and build a culture of resilience.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why honesty and transparency are critical in times of change.
• How to help individuals find motivation and opportunity in transformation.
• The importance of authentic leadership and believing in the change yourself.
• Practical strategies for supporting overwhelmed team members.
• How giving people both choice and voice improves engagement.
• Tips for effective communication, from quick stand-ups to celebrating progress.

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• Susana's Linkedin
• Discover Susana's work here

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In this episode of Financial Transformation Live, host Hannah Munro shares what it really takes to deliver a successful finance system implementation. From preparing your team to managing risks and ensuring a smooth go-live, Hannah offers practical insights and lessons learned from real-world projects.

You’ll learn:

• How to prepare your team and build urgency using the change cycle
• The critical stages of a finance implementation – from planning to go-live
• The role of stakeholders and how to use a RACI matrix to clarify responsibilities
• Why proof of concept and thorough testing are key to stress-free delivery
• Best practices for training, capacity planning, and super-user support
• Tips to avoid common pitfalls like scope creep, poor data migration, and resistance to change

Links mentioned:

• Previous session: Transformation Troubleshooter
• Connect with Hannah Munro
• Explore more Finance Transformation Live sessions
• Which Sage Product is Right For You Quiz!
• How to Map Out Your Finance Integration Project
• How to Assess Your Current Finance System
• Customer Success Stories
• Book a discovery call

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In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro talks with Tariq Munir, Managing Partner at Finspyr and author of Reimagine Finance, about how CFOs and finance leaders can lead successful transformation in the age of AI.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why transformation should be embedded in everyday finance work, not treated as a separate role
• How to influence change without authority and build a “transformation snowball”
• What good governance looks like — and the pitfalls that can derail change
• How to measure AI project success beyond ROI, including adoption and engagement
• The role of subject matter experts in training and maintaining effective AI models
• How to simplify workflows and manage complexity before introducing AI

Links mentioned:

• Tariq's Linkedin
• Learn more about Finspyr
• Tariq's book Reimagine Finance

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