Innovation drives economic growth. The key to reigniting the American economy is reigniting innovation. Innovation can be fostered, nurtured, encouraged and sustained by our companies and organizations.
Innovation is not solely the purview of marketing, sales, service or production. Financial managers can create organizations that thrive on innovation or kill new ideas. They may choose to help develop and maintain practices that nurture innovation, or they can just maintain the status quo. Truly innovative finance professionals provide new, more meaningful and actionable information to all employees.
Topics Discussed
- How innovation happens
- Innovation metrics and how to report on innovation efforts
- How the use of technology and other simple techniques can foster and sustain innovation
- The difference between disruptive and sustaining innovation
- How to become more innovative on a personal level
- How to communicate and encourage innovation within your company
Cases and Group Discussion
This seminar provides extensive case study analysis and many opportunities for group discussion.
Target Audience
Finance and accounting professionals who seek to learn more about creating, fostering, nurturing, encouraging and sustaining innovation in their organizations and departments.
Level of Knowledge
Intermediate
Acronym
FAI
CPE Credit
8 hours group live
Area of Study
Business Management & Organization
Prerequisite
Participants should have at least six months of industry experience and thorough knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices.
Advanced Preparation
None
CFO Series Day 1
Advanced Skills, Made Easy!
| Topics Discussed | Credits |
|---|---|
| Advanced Planning: Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Projections | 2 Accounting |
| Advanced Cost Accounting: Assigning Overhead | 2 Accounting |
| Fixing Your Chart of Accounts | 2 Accounting |
| Avoiding Death by PowerPoint: Create Better Presentations | 2 Software |
Discussion Leader
John L. Daly, Tom Henry, Bill O’Brien or Don Minges
Acronym
CFOS1-20
Scheduling
For John Daly, contact Barb Sullivan: Barb@ExecutiveEducationInc.com, or contact Don Minges, Don@TheKnowledgeInstitute.com
CFO Series Day 2
Developing Credibility – Inside and Outside the Organization
| Topics Discussed | Credits |
|---|---|
| Developing Credibility: Earn Respect for Yourself and Your Team | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
| It’s All About Action! | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
| Effective Internal Reporting: Make Your Message Quick and Clear | 2 Accounting |
| Financial Management: 10 Tips for Success and 13 Signs of Failure | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
Discussion Leader
Bill O’Brien, Dana Johnson, Richard Karwic, Tom Henry or Bob Mims
Acronym
CFOS2-20
Scheduling
Contact: Don@TheKnowledgeInstitute.com
CFO Series Day 3
Emotional Intelligence – What Makes Great Leaders Great?
| Topics Discussed | Credits |
|---|---|
| Emotional Intelligence: The Critical Factor in Success | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
| Motivating the Right Way: Get the Most from Your Staff | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
| Business Ethics: Cases from the Real World | 2 Behavioral Ethics |
| Don’t Be the Messenger Who Gets Shot | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
Discussion Leader
Don Minges, Dana Johnson, Bob Mims, Tom Henry or Richard Karwic
Acronym
CFOS3-20
Scheduling
Contact: Don@TheKnowledgeInstitute.com
CFO Series Day 4
Cash Management - Managing The Lifeline Of Your Business
| Topics Discussed | Credits |
|---|---|
| A/R and A/P: Effective Management Techniques | 2 Accounting |
| Cash Management Techniques | 2 Accounting |
| Cash Forecasting | 2 Accounting |
| Better Meetings: Make Meetings Fun & Productive | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
Discussion Leader
Richard A. Karwic, Paul Harrison, Brian Maturi, or Don Minges
Acronym
CFOS4-20
Scheduling
Contact: Don@TheKnowledgeInstitute.com
CFO Series Day 5
Become More Effective!
| Topics Discussed | Credits |
|---|---|
| Critical Thinking for Financial Professionals | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
| Effective Networking: Take Control of Your Career | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
| The CFO’s Role in Compensation and Bonus Plans | 2 Bus. Mgt. |
| MS Word: Advanced Features | 2 Software |
Discussion Leader
John L. Daly, Bill O’Brien, Don Minges or Bob Mims
Acronym
CFOS5-20
Scheduling
Please contact Don@TheKnowledgeInstitute.com
For John Daly, contact: Barb Sullivan – Barb@ExecutiveEducationInc.com
The five 2020 CFO Series days above plus the following alternate day will be available through December 2020.
Alternate CFO Series Day 6
Corporate Performance Management
| Topics Discussed | Credits |
|---|---|
| Corporate Performance Management | 2 Accounting |
| Business Intelligence and Data Analytics | 2 Accounting |
| Driver-Based Budgeting | 2 Accounting |
| Effective Management Accounting | 2 Accounting |
Scheduling
Schedule with The 21st Century Director to make a two-day series.
