#233 Post-Acquisition, Pre-Burnout: Surviving M&A as a CFO with Kathy Kinder, GrowCFO Mentor

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.entry-img img{ display:none !important; } .single .hentry .entry-img{ display:none !important; } In this insightful podcast episode of the Grow CFO Show, Kevin sits down with Kathy Kinder . Their discussion centers on the critical challenges CFOs face during mergers and acquisitions, with particular emphasis on post-acquisition integration and avoiding burnout. Kathy brings extensive experience from her career spanning multiple private equity-owned companies where she managed numerous acquisitions, growing one company from $30 million to over $130 million in revenue. The conversation highlights the importance of simplifying organizational structures post-acquisition to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Kathy shares valuable insights on managing teams through periods of change, emphasizing communication and addressing performance issues promptly. Her transition from corporate CFO roles to fractional CFO consulting reflects a growing trend among finance executives seeking more balanced careers while still leveraging their expertise to help growing companies avoid costly mistakes.