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Strategic Stakeholders in the Implementation of European CFO Standards: A Global Analysis through the South African Lens

As the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) advances the development of a pan-European standard for CFO competencies through Technical Committee 476 (CEN/TC 476), understanding the stakeholder landscape is critical. While this initiative originates in the EU, its effects are global. To make this relatable to an international audience, this article uses South Africa as a …

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Technical Applications and Strategic Use Cases of the Emerging European CFO Standards

As the financial landscape becomes increasingly interconnected and regulated, the introduction of formal European standards for Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) under CEN/TC 476 presents a paradigm shift. The development of this standard aims not only to define the competencies and responsibilities of CFOs but also to reshape their professional environments—from hiring protocols to regulatory audits. …

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CEN/TC 476 and the Rise of CFO Standards in Europe: Implications for Global Finance Leadership

In an era where finance leadership must adapt to rapid digitalization, complex regulatory landscapes, and increasing demands for transparency, the development of standardized competency frameworks for Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) has become critical. One of the most significant developments in this domain is the establishment of CEN/TC 476, a technical committee under the European Committee …

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CFO Leadership Is Shifting: What the 2025 CFO Pathways Report Means for ICFOA and Its Members 

The 2025 CFO Pathways Report provides a timely and structured look at how the role of Chief Financial Officers is changing across regions and sectors. For the International CFO Alliance (ICFOA), the findings mirror the challenges and opportunities that many of its member associations are already observing. The report offers valuable context for how member …

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Board Member Profile: Riccardo Baraldi

Riccardo Baraldi is a veteran financial strategist, business advisor, and transformation leader with more than 40 years of experience across multinational corporations, private equity investments, and entrepreneurial ventures. He is the Founder & CEO of Advisory Partners Italy (TM), where he advises companies and investment funds on financial strategy, auditing, restructuring, and growth execution. Riccardo …

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Board Member Profile: Ridha Abdelmoula

Ridha Abdelmoula is a veteran finance and operations executive with over three decades of experience at Tunisia’s leading bank, BIAT. As Head of the Logistics Division, he oversees procurement, IT maintenance and support, general services, physical and electronic security, and supply chain management. His leadership has been instrumental in optimizing operational efficiency, automating productivity measurement, …

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Board Member Profile: Angel García-Lascurain

Angel García-Lascurain is a distinguished economist and strategic advisor whose career spans over three decades across Mexico and Brazil. As the Managing Partner of Advanced Management Consulting Group (AMCG) and Tantum México, he specializes in strategic planning, strategy execution, and corporate governance. His leadership extends to serving as the President of the National Advisory Council …

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ICFOA Welcomes Jabra as a Sponsor

As a global leader in sound and hybrid work technology, Jabra joins ICFOA, bringing with it decades of expertise in delivering intelligent audio and video solutions that power today’s professionals. Empowering Hybrid Work: With a product suite that spans professional headsets, speakerphones, and video conferencing tools, Jabra empowers organizations to connect and collaborate anywhere, anytime. …

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