If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to lead finance at a global AI-first tech giant (or how to pivot from investment banking to CFO!), this podcast episode is packed with golden nuggets.
A few highlights from the episode:
1️⃣ The “CFO evolution”: Marc shared how the role has shifted from being a “numbers guardian” to a strategic co-pilot, especially in hyper-growth tech. Spoiler: It’s less about spreadsheets and more about strategic thinking, cross-functional alignment, and anticipating market shifts before they happen.
2️⃣ AI in finance – more than just automation: At InMobi, AI isn’t just a tool—it’s embedded into their financial strategy. But Marc made one thing clear: AI isn’t a magic fix. Without strong data infrastructure and optimized processes, even the best AI models fall short. He also shared why agentic AI—AI that can autonomously interact with external systems—could redefine finance in the years to come.
3️⃣ Leading teams across cultures: Having built finance teams in both the U.S. and India, Marc’s insights on bridging communication styles, decision-making rhythms, and even meeting dynamics were pure gold for global leaders.
One thing that stood out? Marc’s take on the “80/20 problem” in finance—how teams spend too much time on edge cases and routine tasks instead of driving real impact. His vision? Let AI handle the busywork so finance professionals can focus on the big, strategic decisions that actually move the needle.