The Art of Becoming a Strategic CFO, with Dr. Tamer Alsayed
The Diary of a CFO · 2025-06-25 · 36 min
Episode notes
In this episode of The Diary of a CFO , Wassia Kamon speaks with Dr. Tamer Alsayed , CFO at the Future Investment Initiative and author of The Art of Becoming a Strategic CFO . With over two decades of experience across industries and regions, Dr. Tamer offers a clear-eyed view of what today’s finance leaders need to succeed. The discussion covers: How the CFO role has evolved beyond reporting and compliance What it means to think and lead strategically in finance Lessons from working on IPOs, M&A deals, and international startups Why transparency matters more than polish in investor relations The impact of mentorship, curiosity, and AI on future finance teams This episode is for anyone who wants to grow as a finance leader and make a meaningful impact in their organization. Special thanks to Bill for sponsoring this episode. Visit to download a free toolkit on leading through uncertain times.
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