176. Navigating Global Expansions and Cultural Integrations in Finance with Ajit Kumar

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Join us in this episode of CFO 4.0 as Hannah Munro discusses with Ajit Kumar, VP of Finance at Signal AI, the intricate process of leading through major organisational changes, focusing on acquisitions and international expansion. Jump deep into the complexities of merging different cultures and systems, and the critical role of finance leadership in driving successful integration.
In this episode, you'll discover:

• How Ajit’s international experiences shaped his professional outlook.
• Strategies for blending corporate cultures across borders and the significance of understanding local nuances.
• The importance of building a project management mindset within finance teams
• Effective tactics for managing people through changes, including dealing with resistance
• Insights into leveraging technology for better data management and process efficiency
• How artificial intelligence can revolutionise data handling in finance, giving leaders more time to focus on strategic initiatives.

Links mentioned:

• Ajit's Linkedin
• Learn more about Signal AI

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1. Navigating Global Acquisitions Successfully (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Cultural Integration in Acquisitions (00:09:39)

3. Lessons in Managing Organizational Change (00:20:22)

4. Effective Project Management Strategies and Tools (00:27:29)

5. Best Finance Software for Your Business (00:42:55)