Capital discipline vs growth ambition, the daily fight of a fintech CFO | Benyam Hagos, CFO at Form3

In this episode of Chat CFO, Benyam Hagos, CFO at Form3, explains how a CFO in a FinTech needs to think and act more like a commercial partner than a traditional finance lead. He talks about shaping the story of the business for investors, pushing for new markets, and treating growth conversations with the same energy and intent you would usually see from a sales leader. It is a view developed from years working in audit and a clear understanding of the pressure that comes with venture backed expectations.Benyam covers: How he builds trust and rhythm with a CEO during a period of rapid scale The practical habits that help him stay organised and avoid constant overload What remote leadership looks like inside a global finance team Why he took on a non-executive role and how it changed the way he shows up in boardroomsBenyam also shares the personal experiences that influenced the way he works, from finding mentors who could stretch him in the right ways to recognising the early signs of burnout and building healthier boundaries that allow longevity rather than short bursts of performance.----------------------------------------------------------- About our Guest Benyam has over 17 years of experience in the finance and payments industry and he is currently the CFO at Form3 as well as the Chairman and NED for Trust Payments. Connect with Benyam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benyam-hagos-b2782790/About Chat CFO The Chat CFO podcast gives you insights from CFOs, COOs, and CEOs behind some of the most meaningful business decisions in recent years. Listen to honest conversations from leaders about what worked, what didn't, and what it really takes to lead when it matters most. Find more episodes and conversations with business leaders on Chat CFO.  https://www.youtube.com/@stoixChatCFO