Strategy Meets Finance

Want to grow your business? Download your free roadmap today: coltivar.com/growth As a business grows, so do its financial complexities. That's where a fractional CFO comes in - a part-time, outsourced Chief Financial Officer who can provide strategic financial guidance and help drive growth. In this episode, we explore the benefits of working with a fractional CFO and how they can unlock the power of financial data to drive business success. Our guest expert, Dan DeGolier, Founder of Ascent CFO Solutions, is an experienced fractional CFO who has worked with businesses of all sizes and industries. We discuss the key responsibilities of a fractional CFO, including strategic thinking, cash flow management, forecasting, and more. We also talk about some common challenges business owners face when managing their finances and how a fractional CFO can help overcome these challenges. Throughout the episode, we share real-world examples of businesses that have successfully leveraged the expertise of a fractional CFO, and the impact it had on their bottom line. We also discuss how to find the right fractional CFO for your business and what to look for in a potential candidate. By the end of this episode, you'll have a clear understanding of the value a fractional CFO can bring to your business, and how to start unlocking the power of your financial data to drive growth and success._______________________________________Disclaimer:The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information. LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

Want to grow your business? Download your free roadmap today: coltivar.com/growthImportant Financial and Economic NewsCheck out what's happening in the economy and world of finance by watching this week's edition of FinWeekly.  These insights are exclusive to the free Boosting Your Financial IQ app and can be found under the "Learn" section. Here are a few highlights (Watch the full report on the app):U.S. debt-deal discussions at an impasseYellen says running out of cash in early June is “Highly Likely”Short sellers continue to bet against regional banksHedge funds bet on stocksAIG frees up $3B in capitalCharles Schwab raises $2.5B in bondsJPMorgan anticipates $84B in incomeECB not done raising ratesChina’s $23T local debt messCarl Icahn loses $15BDisclaimer:BYFIQ, LLC is a wholly owned entity of Coltivar Group, LLC. The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.byfiq.com/terms-and-privacy-policy for additional important information.LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

Want to grow your business? Download your free roadmap today: coltivar.com/growth Did you know that when it comes to building and leveraging a repeatable business budgeting process, most organizations get it wrong?  Revamping your business budgeting process is critical to the financial success of your organization. An effective budgeting process can help you identify inefficiencies, ensure accuracy, support decision-making, enable agility, and promote accountability. By evaluating and updating your current budgeting methods, you can gain a better understanding of your financial situation, make more informed decisions about resource allocation, and adapt to changing market conditions—especially when it ties back to your strategy. Join Steve Coughran for this informative episode where he walks you through the process of revamping your budgeting process to help you reduce costs, improve your bottom line, and position your business for long-term success._______________________________________Disclaimer:The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information. LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

Want to grow your business? Download your free roadmap today: coltivar.com/growthImportant Financial and Economic NewsCheck out what's happening in the economy and world of finance by watching this week's edition of FinWeekly.  These insights are exclusive to the free Boosting Your Financial IQ app and can be found under the "Learn" section. Here are a few highlights (Watch the full report on the app):U.S. debt ceiling negotiations are looking promisingInvestors move to cashWells Fargo's $1B settlementU.S. retail sales increase in AprilHousehold consumer debt hits record $17THome Depot anticipates a 5% decrease in salesGovernment spending on debt service exceeds national defenseChina's recovery faltersMichael Burry of the "Big Short" bets on ChinaPfizer raises $31B in debt capitalLoan delinquencies are on the riseDisclaimer:BYFIQ, LLC is a wholly owned entity of Coltivar Group, LLC. The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.byfiq.com/terms-and-privacy-policy for additional important information.LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

Want to grow your business? Download your free roadmap today: coltivar.com/growth In this episode, we talk to industry experts about how companies can drive value in corporate finance by integrating strategy and finance. We explore how organizations can increase firm value by aligning their financial goals with their overall business objectives. Our guests, Sebastian Guiterrez, Business Manager for Latin America Payments and Commerce Solutions at JPMorgan Chase & Co and Robert Checchia, VP of Finance at Magnify, share insights on how to create a financial roadmap that supports a company's strategic initiatives, including how to measure the success of these efforts. They discuss how to identify key performance indicators to track progress towards long-term financial goals and the importance of staying flexible and agile during times of uncertainty. Whether you're a CFO, finance leader or any professional interested in driving value in corporate finance, this episode will provide you with actionable insights to help you integrate strategy and finance to increase firm value. Join us for an engaging conversation on the future of corporate finance and how you can play a role in driving your organization's success._______________________________________Disclaimer:The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information. LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

Want to grow your business? Download your free roadmap today: coltivar.com/growthImportant Financial and Economic NewsCheck out what's happening in the economy and world of finance by watching this week's edition of FinWeekly.  These insights are exclusive to the free Boosting Your Financial IQ app and can be found under the "Learn" section. Here are a few highlights (Watch the full report on the app):Banking sector rallies from last week’s lowsIs U.S. banking really “Sound and resilient”?S&P Financials index falls to 2007 lowsThe great credit squeeze Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting highlightsConfidence in Federal Reserve hits new lowGoldman Sachs settles $215M lawsuitU.S. debt ceiling hits deadlockDisclaimer:BYFIQ, LLC is a wholly owned entity of Coltivar Group, LLC. The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.byfiq.com/terms-and-privacy-policy for additional important information.LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

Want to grow your business? Download your free roadmap today: coltivar.com/growth Navigating the world of private equity can be a complex and challenging task, but for investors, it is a potentially lucrative opportunity. Private equity involves investing funds in privately held companies in exchange for equity ownership, with the goal of generating above-average returns. To navigate this world, investors must carefully evaluate potential investments and conduct thorough due diligence to ensure they align with their investment goals and risk tolerance. Private equity investments require a long-term perspective, as they often take years to mature and generate returns. Investors must also be comfortable with the level of risk involved in this type of investment, as returns are not guaranteed, and there is a higher level of volatility compared to more traditional investments. Join me for this episode as I talk with Rich Sexton, Partner at LDR Growth Partners, about these important concepts of Private Equity._______________________________________Disclaimer:The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information. LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

Important Financial and Economic NewsCheck out what's happening in the economy and world of finance by watching this week's edition of FinWeekly.  These insights are exclusive to the free Boosting Your Financial IQ app and can be found under the "Learn" section. Here are a few highlights (Watch the full report on the app):The U.S. government will run out of cash in JuneNearly half of America’s 4,800 banks are insolventThe Fed raised interest rates by 25bp on WednesdayInvestors have lost $54B from the banking crisisPayroll costs increased by 6.7% in AprilMeta raises $8.5B from bondsApple earningsNext stepsDisclaimer:BYFIQ, LLC is a wholly owned entity of Coltivar Group, LLC. The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.byfiq.com/terms-and-privacy-policy for additional important information.LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

Want to grow your business? Download your free roadmap today: coltivar.com/growth Overcoming financial hardship as a single parent can be a challenging and emotionally taxing experience. Many single parents struggle with balancing the needs of their children with their own financial responsibilities, leading to stress and anxiety. However, it is possible to overcome these challenges and achieve financial stability. Check out this episode where I talk with my mom, Gloria Dixon, about the hardships she experienced and overcame while raising me and my six siblings. We’ll talk about her amazing journey of courage and fortitude and how she managed her cash with the envelope system, looked for ways to reduce expenses, sought additional sources of income, and instilled a culture of love within her household._______________________________________Disclaimer:The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information. LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

Want to grow your business? Download your free roadmap today: coltivar.com/growthCheck out what's happening in the economy and world of finance by watching this week's edition of FinWeekly.  These insights are exclusive to the free Boosting Your Financial IQ app and can be found under the "Learn" section. Here are a few highlights (Watch the full report on the app):First Republic is absorbed by JP MorganAnother 25bp interest rate hike on Wednesday?U.S. factory activityBitcoin’s winning streakArtificial intelligence and the threat to 25% of jobsAir travel and Boeing’s latest issuesProposed social media bansCommercial real estateI Bonds and their falling ratesNext stepsDisclaimer:BYFIQ, LLC is a wholly owned entity of Coltivar Group, LLC. The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.byfiq.com/terms-and-privacy-policy for additional important information.LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com