Join Jeff Robson from Access Analytic on the CFO Access Podcast as he sits down with Neil Brodie, the CFO of Hazer Group, a company revolutionising the clean energy sector by producing clean hydrogen and graphite. In this episode, Neil discusses his transition from working at a large corporation like Chevron to a tech startup, the challenges and opportunities in the clean energy sector, and the evolving role of the CFO. Neil shares insights into strategic planning, financial prudence, and the impact of innovative technologies like AI on finance functions. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of finance and clean technology.

This Episode:

00:00 Introduction to the CFO Access Podcast

00:21 Meet Neil Brady: CFO of Hazer Group

01:21 Hazer Group’s Innovative Clean Tech

06:43 The Role of a CFO in a Tech Startup

11:22 Career Reflections and Major Decisions

18:14 Comparing Corporate Giants to Startups

21:19 Transition to a Small Firm

22:49 Budgeting and Forecasting in a Startup

27:16 Leveraging AI in Finance

34:25 The Role of a Finance Leader

40:47 Embracing Opportunities and Learning

43:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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