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 impac ...