Fractional CFO, Outsourced CFO, Virtual CFO Topics
Why the AI “Bubble” Won’t Pop As the Internet Bubble Did
So the AI bubble is on everyone's mind. I don't have an answer on where that stands. However, I was around during the Internet bubble. In fact, I got out of my Wharton/Penn grad studies in mid-1999 to start my...
The Nine Business Model Templates: Why Industry Expertise Matters Less Than You Think
```html When I am networking with new business relationships, a frequent question I am asked is whether my firm's CFO services specialize in any specific industry. As a business nerd with a lot of consulting experience, I think this is...
How Time Tracking Data Transforms Multi-Year Financial Models: Strategic Financial Forecasting Series Part 1
Table of ContentsTL:DRIn this article, I explore how time data fuels accurate financial forecasts. Whether you're a seasoned CFO or building out your first forecasts, this series offers practical insights into how time tracking can power better financial decisions. TL:DR...
AI Calendar Management: Streamlining Meeting Scheduling from Booking Links to AI Assistants
Table of ContentsTL;DROneCal.io: The Foundation for Booking LinksOneCal.io vs Calendly: The Key DifferencesBoomerang: The Bridge SolutionBoomerang vs OneCal.io for In-Email SchedulingCalendarBridge: The AI Assistant RevolutionCalendarBridge vs Clara, Julie Desk, and Other AI Scheduling AssistantsWhat Makes CalendarBridge UniqueWhy CalendarBridge Doesn't Replace...
Understanding and Using ARPU: A Quick Guide to Average Revenue Per User
**Average Revenue per User (ARPU)**, sometimes called Average Revenue per Customer (ARPC), is an important metric that businesses track, especially in recurring revenue businesses. ARPU originated in the telecom industry as a way to measure the average revenue generated per...
CFO Services for Small Companies: The Strategic Advantage of a Fractional Employee
Table of ContentsTL;DRWhy Strategy is the Core of a Fractional CFO’s RoleKey Strategic Advantages of a Fractional CFO1. Aligning Financial Strategy With Business Goals2. Preparing for Investors, Mergers, and Acquisitions3. Acting as a Strategic Sounding Board4. Strengthening Risk Management and...
4 Hours to a Board Deck: How CFOs Are Using AI to Transform Financial Presentations
Table of ContentsTL;DRWhat is an AI-Powered Finance Function?The AI-Augmented WorkflowPhase 0: Foundation and AI Training (Approx. 2 Hours, One-Time Setup)Phase 1: Strategic Analysis and Narrative Development (Approx. 1 Hour)Phase 2: Iterative Refinement and Stakeholder Review (Approx. 2 Hours)Phase 3: Visual...
Why More New York Startups Are Turning to Fractional CFOs for Financial Leadership
New York is still the city that never sleeps, and its startup scene shows no signs of slowing down. From fintech to healthtech to consumer apps, founders are building innovative solutions in record time. But as anyone who has launched...
Recurring Revenue: How to Implement a Subscription-Based Model in Your Business
According to Shopify, online subscriptions will be worth $2.3 trillion by 2028. It is one of the most profitable models you can adopt in your business for several reasons, which will be discussed in this article. Subscriptions now play a...
Navigating Venture-Backed Finance: The Critical Role of a Fractional CFO
The journey from pre-seed to Series B is fraught with financial challenges that can make or break even the most promising ventures. As someone who has been on both sides of the table – as both a venture capital investor...