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The Diary of a CFO

Wassia Kamon, CPA, CMA, MBA
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Whether you’re a current CFO, on the path to the role, or part of a finance team, this podcast is for you.

The Diary of a CFO podcast takes you behind the scenes of modern finance leadership through honest conversations about how real finance leaders build their careers, make tough decisions, and navigate the weight of the CFO role.

Hosted by award‑winning CFO Wassia Kamon, each episode gives you ... more

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Stepping into your first CFO role can feel overwhelming. In this episode, former divisional CFO and GrowCFO Mentor Kevin Appleby shares what really changes when you move from finance leader to CFO.

Drawing on years of experience working with finance... more

In this solo episode, Wassia Kamon shares how she went from staff accountant to CFO in 15 years, including the moments that didn’t look like progress at all.

She talks about:

* Moments in her career that didn’t look like “progress” from the outsid... more

In this episode of The Diary of a CFO Podcast, host Wassia Kamon sits down with Teri Kozub, a three-time CFO with more than 33 years of experience in nonprofit finance and current CFO at Community Legal Services of Mid Florida.

Teri shares how her n... more

Executive presence is often cited as the reason leaders don’t get promoted, but rarely explained.

In this episode of The Diary of a CFO, Wassia Kamon sits down with executive coach Jill Avey to unpack what executive presence actually means, why high... more

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Recent Guests

Teri Kozub
A three-time CFO with 33 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, currently serving as CFO at Community Legal Services of Mid Florida.
Community Legal Services of Mid Florida
Episode: Beyond the Numbers: Leadership Lessons from Three-Time Nonprofit CFO, Teri Kozub
Jill Avey
Executive coach helping women leaders advance in their careers.
SisterSmart
Episode: Executive Presence Explained: Why Top Performers Still Get Overlooked, with Executive Coach, Jill Avey
Natalia Greene
Attorney turned risk management expert helping accounting and professional firms reduce exposure and build resilience
Lemmy
Episode: Real Fraud Stories and Legal Protection for Your Fractional CFO Firm with Attorney Natalia Greene
Mark Johnson
Founder of EGM Partners and a leading voice in recruitment and workforce strategy in Australia
EGM Partners
Episode: What CEOs Want from Today’s CFO, with Executive Recruiter, Mark Johnson
Andrew Hull
Finance Executive with a focus on consumer packaged goods and current VP at Unifi.
Unifi
Episode: 80/20 Rule for FP&A Experts to Transform Decision-Making Through Analytics with Andrew Hull
Paul Young
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Liberty Bank, with decades of experience in banking and financial services.
Liberty Bank
Episode: Building a Finance Function That Drives Growth: Lessons from Liberty Bank’s CFO, Paul Young
Tom Hood
EVP of Business Engagement and Growth at AICPA, globally recognized leader in the accounting profession helping finance professionals adapt to change and embrace technology.
AICPA
Episode: Why Every CFO Feels Stretched and What to Do About It, with Tom Hood
Anna Sagan
Senior Principal in Solution Engineering at Insight Software
Insight Software
Episode: Getting the most out of your tech stack, with Anna Sagan
Axel Talout
Seasoned finance executive with nearly two decades of experience in banking and private equity.
Founder of the CFO Effect
Episode: Non-Traditional Pathways to the CFO Seat, with Axile Talout

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Director, Finance

    As a finance leader committed to continuous growth, The Diary of a CFO has become one of my favourite podcasts. Wassia covers a broad range of finance and leadership topics that are relevant, actionable, and inspiring. The quality of guests she brings on is truly top-notch.

    Wassia has been a great mentor in my own journey, and I highly recommend both this podcast and following her on LinkedIn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Love_Eb
    Canada3 months ago
  • Commuter Friendly

    Diary of a CFO is one of the few finance podcasts that feels both insightful and refreshingly human. Wassia Kamon brings the perfect balance of strategy, vulnerability, and sharp questioning to every episode. As a fellow finance leader, I appreciate the candor, the diverse perspectives, and the real-talk about what it actually takes to lead from the C-suite.

    It’s not just about numbers—it’s about mindset, decision-making, and navigating the messy middle. This is a must-listen if you care about ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    summaryzn
    United States7 months ago
  • Engaging, Insightful, Motivational

    Wassia brings an incredible energy, making complex financial and leadership topics feel both real and relatable.

    Her ability to break things down with actionable advice, while keeping the conversation dynamic and engaging, makes you want to queue up the next episode immediately.

    It was an absolute pleasure being featured on the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunshinejz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Real + Practical Advice

    Any aspiring or current CFO should add Diary of a CFO into their podcast rotation!

    Every episode offers real, practical advice from people in the trenches. Questions are really insightful because they come from someone who is in the CFO seat!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stephen Newland
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Voice for the Highly Impactful but grossly underrepresented

    This is truly a special and one-of-a-kind podcast. The idea to discuss the challenges that CFO’s face from all company types, and sizes is very futuristic, forward thinking and innovative. I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation with Wassia, and the questions were very thought-provoking and I think are what the audience needs to hear, to share ideas and provide mentorship as well. Absolutely stellar and I would welcome the chance for additional conversations like these!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brenda Hodo-Iddris
    United Statesa year ago

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Feedback often highlights the balance of professional advice and personal storytelling, which resonates well with finance leaders facing real-world challenges.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and practical advice shared by experts in finance leadership, emphasizing actionable strategies and relatable experiences.
Many praise the high-quality guests featured, noting how their diverse perspectives enrich the dialogue.

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Beyond the Numbers: Leadership Lessons from Three-Time Nonprofit CFO, Teri Kozub
Q: What wisdom would you pass along to the next generation of finance leaders?
Engage with the community served by your organization and understand their needs to become more effective in your role.
Beyond the Numbers: Leadership Lessons from Three-Time Nonprofit CFO, Teri Kozub
Q: What's the biggest challenge keeping you up at night?
The uncertainty around government funding and planning for the future in a non-profit context.
Beyond the Numbers: Leadership Lessons from Three-Time Nonprofit CFO, Teri Kozub
Q: What has been your go-to move to lead effectively in areas you weren't initially an expert in?
The key is to trust and communicate with smart people in your team, allowing them to handle their tasks and openly discussing challenges.
Beyond the Numbers: Leadership Lessons from Three-Time Nonprofit CFO, Teri Kozub
Q: What have you learned about the interesting things, that surprising things people may have about being a CFO in a non-profit environment?
Being a CFO includes managing diverse tasks beyond finance and often involves direct community impact, like initiating programs or addressing unique challenges.
Executive Presence Explained: Why Top Performers Still Get Overlooked, with Executive Coach, Jill Avey
Q: Why do capable leaders still struggle to show executive presence?
Many capable leaders just haven't worked on developing the necessary executive presence skills, as there are few resources available to teach them effectively.

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Focused on the realities of finance leadership, episodes provide insights that cater to finance professionals, aspiring executives, and business founders. The discussions cover a spectrum of subjects including team building in financial operations, partnerships with CEOs and financiers, as well as navigating challenges in growth and regulation. Listeners can expect to find actionable strategies along with relatable stories of leadership, making it a helpful resource for anyone looking to enhance their role in finance or understand the dynamics at play within corporate finance departments. A unique aspect lies in the emphasis on emotional resilience and decision-making under pressure, tailored for those wanting to thrive in high-stakes finan... more

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Recent guests on The Diary of a CFO include:

1. Teri Kozub
2. Jill Avey
3. Natalia Greene
4. Mark Johnson
5. Andrew Hull
6. Paul Young
7. Tom Hood
8. Anna Sagan

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