Seth Wunder

Seth Wunder, the CFO of Acorns, shares his journey through the finance world, emphasizing the importance of long-term investment strategies and a strong professional network. He discusses the transformation of the Financial Planning and Analysis team, integrating AI to streamline processes. Seth highlights effective communication as crucial for CFOs, alongside the necessity of continuous learning. The conversation also touches on promoting financial literacy, especially among teenagers, and the balance CFOs must strike between growth opportunities and risk management.

In this insightful discussion, Sandeep Aujla, CFO of Intuit, emphasizes the fusion of finance with business strategy. Shelagh Glaser from Synopsys highlights the importance of aligning investments with strategic goals while improving investor communication. Seth Wunder of Acorns stresses the need for team collaboration and simplifying communication across departments. Together, they offer unique perspectives on how strategic finance and effective communication can drive organizational growth and success.