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"FinFactor," hosted by Dryrun CEO, Blaine Bertsch, brings you into the world of top CFOs and top finance professionals. Each episode features insightful interviews with industry leaders who share their expertise on managing business finances, tackling complex financial challenges, and driving organizational success.
Through engaging conversations, you'll gain valuable insights into the strategies and practices that define effective financial management. From finance technology to CFO best practices, "FinFactor" covers it all.
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Episodes
15 episodes
Don’t End up in A.I Hell with Usman Mahmood
Join Blaine Bertsch and Usman Mahmood as they dive into the essential groundwork for harnessing AI in business. This episode of FinFactor uncovers why a solid data structure and organizational data maturity are critical before adopting AI techn...
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Episode 15
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33:25
The Key to Successful Fundraising with Jonathon Angell
In this engaging episode of FinFactor, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Jonathon Angell to unpack the world of innovative strategies for fundraising and financing in business. They explore diverse financing options, the impact of partnerships, and...
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Episode 14
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43:59
The Evolving Role of IT Specialists with Keith Daser
In this conversation, Blaine Bertsch and Keith Daser discuss the complexities and challenges that mid-market businesses face when integrating technology solutions. They explore the importance of engaging IT consulting professionals at the right...
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Episode 13
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34:20
Marketing Strategies for CPA Firms with Apoorv Dwivedi
In this conversation, Blaine Bertsch interviews Apoorv Dwivedi of fixer.com about marketing strategies for CPA firms. Apoorv specializes in marketing for small and mid-sized accounting firms and helps them improve their lead-generation efforts....
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Episode 12
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25:36
Innovative Financing Solutions for Small Businesses with Jennifer Warawa
In this conversation, Blaine Bertsch and Jennifer Warawa discuss innovative financing solutions for small businesses, particularly focusing on payment options available to clients of accounting firms. They explore the differences in market appr...
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Episode 11
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19:50
The Benefits of Custom Automation with Wesly Hartman
Wesley Hartman, founder of Automata Practice Development, discusses the implementation of automation in CPA firms. He explains that his company builds custom automation specific to accounting firms, focusing on areas such as client onboarding, ...
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Episode 10
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39:53
Go-to-Market Strategies for CPA Firms with Michael Haynes
In this episode of FinFactor, Blaine Bertsch interviews Michael Haynes, a business growth expert, about helping CPA firms grow. They discuss the importance of understanding how clients buy accounting services and the need for a go-to-market str...
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Episode 9
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37:59
Bringing Simplicity to Financial Reporting with Ed Patton
Ed Patton from PattonTrendr discusses the five elements of financial fundamentals that businesses need to understand: cash flow, operating earnings, financial strength, value, and borrowing capacity. He emphasizes the importance of having visib...
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Episode 8
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39:26
Business Valuation - An Art and a Science with Jonathan Lacasse
In this Episode of FinFactor, Blaine Bertsch, CEO of Dryrun interviews Jonathan Lacasse of Lacasse Advisory Services about the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the current market, the...
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Episode 7
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40:13
FP&A: From the Basics to Strategic Influence with Christian Wittig
In this episode of FinFactor, host Blaine Bertsch sits down with FP&A expert Christian Wattig to explore the evolution from basic Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to a strategic role that influences corporate strategy. They dive i...
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Episode 6
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35:27
Unlocking ERP Potential with Gene Hammons
In this episode of FinFactor, Blaine Bertsch and Gene Hammons discuss selecting and implementing the right ERP system. They cover the crucial roles of training, change management, and internal team engagement for successful implementation. They...
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Episode 5
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51:32
The Financial Gap with Mike Milan
In this episode of FinFactor, Blaine Bertsch and Mike Milan discuss the concept of “the financial gap” and its impact on businesses. They explore the challenges of managing inventory, the importance of optimizing inventory levels, the financial...
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Episode 4
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43:47
Cash Flow: The Myths and Flaws in Conventional Strategies with David Safeer
In this conversation, Blaine Bertsch and David Safeer discuss the myths and flaws in conventional cash flow strategies and emphasize the value of a holistic approach to cash flow management. They highlight the need for accountants and bookkeepe...
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Episode 3
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54:02
From Accountant to Fractional CFO with Amanda Mallmes
In this episode of FinFactor, Blaine Bertsch chats with Amanda Mallmes of Mallmes Consulting, a firm specializing in fractional CFO services. They explore the journey from accountant to fractional CFO, and the impact CFOs have on businesses. Th...
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Episode 2
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41:28
Finance Transformation with Greg Kautz
In this episode of FinFactor, host Blaine Bertsch engages in an enlightening conversation with Greg Kautz, CEO of Black Owl Systems, about finance transformation and the significant impact of digital evolution on financial systems post-COVID.&n...
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Episode 1
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