Budget Smarter, Not Harder with CJ Gustafson, CFO at PartsTech

In this episode of CFO Weekly, CJ Gustafson, Chief Financial Officer at PartsTech, joins Megan Weis to discuss the annual planning process and the metrics that go into building a good budget. CJ also discusses the importance of storytelling in finance, how to foster a people-centric approach to budgeting, and the role of AI and analytics in transforming budgeting in the years ahead. CJ is a seasoned CFO with vast experience in the tech industry, particularly in scaling software companies through strategic financial management. With a background that includes consulting at PwC and working in private equity, CJ has developed a keen understanding of business models and the complexities of revenue growth. He has played key roles in hyper-growth environments, focusing on financial planning and analysis, sales operations, and overall corporate strategy. In this episode, we discuss: The role of storytelling in finance Key financial metrics to prioritize during the budgeting process Common pitfalls companies face during budgeting and how to overcome them The integration of data analytics and AI into budgeting

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