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

May 14, 2024 Hannah Munro Episode 176
176. Navigating Global Expansions and Cultural Integrations in Finance with Ajit Kumar
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CFO 4.0
176. Navigating Global Expansions and Cultural Integrations in Finance with Ajit Kumar
May 14, 2024 Episode 176
Hannah Munro

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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.

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Send us your thoughts

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:


Navigating Global Acquisitions Successfully
Navigating Cultural Integration in Acquisitions
Lessons in Managing Organizational Change
Effective Project Management Strategies and Tools
Best Finance Software for Your Business