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Taming the Pre-IPO Beast with Chris Kramer, Axonius CFO

Taming the Pre-IPO Beast with Chris Kramer, Axonius CFO

FromSecrets of Rockstar CFOs


Taming the Pre-IPO Beast with Chris Kramer, Axonius CFO

FromSecrets of Rockstar CFOs

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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Sep 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Being the CFO of a pre-IPO unicorn is one heck of a job title to have, especially in your first 90 days. But as the new CFO at the rapidly growing startup, Axonius, Chris Kramer is more than up to the challenge. With a successful track record as a unicorn-status company, Axonius is poised for a significant financial event, but what does this mean for the CFO and the company's culture? Chris sheds light on the financial and cultural shifts that come with the transition to a public company. Join in as we explore the intricacies of CFO life in a pre-IPO company, the importance of financial transparency, the impact of an IPO on company culture, and a whole lot more!
Released:
Sep 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (18)

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