Beneath, Between and Behind The Numbers – Ian Schnoor

Today’s guest says that financial models have become the most important decision making tools in modern finance. So, what do financial models, craft beer and the rock band, Rush have in common?   Dave Bookbinder goes Behind The Numbers with Ian Schnoor - the Executive Director of the Financial Modeling Institute, the only Financial Modeling accreditation body in the world founded in 2017 and presently serving major corporations in 50 different countries.  Ian recently received the “Professor of the Year” award for the courses he teaches in the Master of Finance Program at Queen’s University and is considered a thought leader in finance. In this episode we’re discussing why financial modeling is important for decision making, the keys to building a good forecast, the time bombs that are hiding in your models and design tips to help you succeed.  We also discuss Rush Golden Ale from Henderson Brewery, (Ian happens to be Chairman of the Board)  and how a good financial model solidified this collaboration between the brewery and rock legends, Rush. If you’re a fan of the band, you will undoubtedly recognize the song in the episode title. About the Host: Dave Bookbinder is the person that clients reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. He’s a corporate finance executive with a focus on business and intellectual property valuation. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries.  Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers.  He’s on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people’s contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company’s most valuable asset.” 🔸 Grab Dave’s #1 Best-Selling Books: The New ROI: Return on Individuals  & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers 🔸 Connect with Dave on LinkedIn  🔸 Connect with Dave on FaceBook 🔸 Follow Dave on Twitter 🔸 Check out www.NEWROI.com for more. 💡  Want to share your insights with the business community? Message Dave to learn how you can be a guest on Behind The Numbers. https://linktr.ee/BehindTheNumbers 🔹 Check out more of Behind The Numbers on YouTube 🔹 Check out more of Behind The Numbers on RVN Television Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe to keep up with the latest episodes. Drop a review and rate the podcast so that others might find it. BEHIND THE NUMBERS IS ENJOYED IN MORE THAN 100 COUNTRIES. THANK YOU FOR PUTTING BEHIND THE NUMBERS IN THE TOP 3% MOST POPULAR PROGRAMS GLOBALLY, ACCORDING TO LISTEN NOTES!

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Behind The Numbers – Uncovering What Truly Drives Business Success You’ve heard the saying, “You can’t manage what you can’t measure.” In business, everything is driven by numbers—performance, valuation, and strategy. But the real story? It happens Behind The Numbers. Hosted by Dave Bookbinder, a business valuation expert and best-selling author, Behind The Numbers goes beyond spreadsheets and financial statements to explore what truly matters in business. In each episode, Dave sits down with CEOs, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to uncover the strategies, leadership insights, and hidden factors that impact business valuation, growth, and long-term success. Whether you’re a business owner, CEO, finance professional, or aspiring entrepreneur, Behind The Numbers will change the way you think about what makes a business truly valuable. Perfect for: CEOs and business owners looking to understand their company’s true worth Entrepreneurs and leaders seeking actionable strategies for growth Finance professionals interested in deep dives into business valuation and performance Anyone curious about the real drivers of business success About Dave Bookbinder: Dave has spent his career helping businesses understand their true value—beyond just the numbers. As a valuation expert, he works with companies of all sizes to assess their worth, intellectual property, and financial strategies. But his mission goes even deeper: to shift the conversation about how businesses value their most important asset—people. Dave is the author of three best-selling books: 📖 The NEW ROI: Return on Individuals – The definitive book on the impact of human capital in business. 📖 The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers – A deeper dive into the unseen factors driving business success. 📖 A Valuation Toolbox for Business Owners and Their Advisors – A practical guide to understanding business valuation and preparing for a successful future. Join the Conversation: Past guests include industry leaders, bestselling authors, and top executives who share their expertise and insights on topics ranging from leadership and entrepreneurship to finance and human capital. Want to be a guest? Connect with us here: https://linktr.ee/BehindTheNumbers Have a topic you’d love to hear us cover? Send your suggestions our way! 🎧 If you find value in our content, subscribe, rate, and review to help others discover Behind The Numbers! 📌 New episodes drop every Tuesday —subscribe now so you never miss an episode! Learn more at https://www.NEWROI.com