FP&A Today

The Big Handover: Paul Says Goodbye and Chats With New Host Glenn Hopper

Mar 26, 2024

The final episode of FP&A Today features host Paul saying goodbye and introducing new host Glenn Hopper. Glenn, a seasoned CFO, discusses AI in finance, launching a LinkedIn course on AI, and the importance of understanding AI for finance professionals. The episode also covers Glenn's journey, Paul's reasons for handing over the show, and a heartfelt message from Paul.

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Glenn Hopper

Paul Barnhurst

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Glenn Hopper highlights the necessity of understanding the base of AI for finance professionals.

The podcast emphasizes the significance of data maturity and cleanup before integrating AI tools in financial planning.

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Transition of Hosts at FPA Today Podcast

The podcast episode discusses the transition of hosts at FPA Today, where Paul Barnhurst, the current host, is passing the torch to Glenn Hopper. Paul reflects on the accomplishments of the show over the last two years, highlighting hosting over a hundred episodes, receiving a People's Choice Podcast Award nomination, and becoming the number one FP&A podcast globally.

Introduction

3min

A Warm Handover and Discussion on AI Tools and Consulting Work

2min

Preparing for AI Implementation and Data Integrity

8min

Exploring Data Consolidation Challenges in FP&A and a Favorite Episode Highlight

3min

Reflections on Common Challenges and New Beginnings

8min

It’s the end of an era. This is Paul Barnhurst’s last episode as FP&A Today host. And in this episode he introduces new FP&A Today host: Glenn Hopper.

Glenn Hopper is a Chief Financial Officer with two decades of experience leading finance operations for private equity-backed companies. Glenn is an author and journalist, US Navy Veteran, #1 AI Finance leader, and a passionate advocate for FP&A.

In this episode:

Glenn’s whirlwind career since he last appeared on the show
Training FP&A on AI
Why getting started on AI in finance is a painful audit
Why the first stages of AI implementation in finance have nothing to do with AI
Launching the definitive LinkedIn course for generative AI and finance
Why it is vital for finance professionals to understand the base of AI
Glenn’s favorite episode of FP&A Today
Why I decided to become the new host of FP&A Today
Why there’s no need to hide my Southern accent on the show
Turning the tables on Paul
Paul’s final message

Follow Glenn Hopper at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbhopperiii/

Follow Paul Barnhurst at https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguy/

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FP&A Today

The Big Handover: Paul Says Goodbye and Chats With New Host Glenn Hopper

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Deep dives

Transition of Hosts at FPA Today Podcast

Implementing AI in Financial Planning

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