May the FP&A Be with you: a hero’s journey from Pixar, Lucasfilm, and LinkedIn (with Craig Barry)
FP&A Today
Navigating Strategic Acquisitions and Financial Planning
This chapter discusses Disney's strategic acquisitions of franchises like Pixar, Lucasfilm, and Marvel, highlighting key financial management practices. It explores the shift in mindset required for FP&A leaders transitioning between creative and high-growth environments, emphasizing the importance of revenue growth and effective resource allocation. The complexities of mergers and acquisitions, cost allocation practices, and developing decentralized financial autonomy are thoroughly examined through real-world experiences.
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