Ep#4 Faces in FinOps with Matt Mazer

#finops #cloudfinops #costoptimization Welcome to another captivating episode of "Faces in FinOps," powered by @prosperops and hosted by Jon Myer. In this insightful podcast series, we explore the dynamic world of cloud financial management and meet the thought leaders who are shaping its future. Join us in this episode as we sit down with Matt Mazer, a distinguished FinOps manager from a Fortune 100 company. With over two decades of IT expertise under his belt and degrees from the University of Miami and Franklin University, Matt is a true luminary in the field. Together with Jon Myer, he takes us on an engaging journey through the complex landscape of cloud financial management. Discover how Matt's multifaceted role extends beyond the basics of FinOps. From managing cloud expenditures for AWS, GCP, and Azure to negotiating enterprise agreements, maintaining data integrity, and orchestrating the visualization layer, Matt's responsibilities are as diverse as they are challenging. Learn how he and his team tackle the ever-evolving roadmap of FinOps, optimizing the present while planning for the future. Matt sheds light on his company's FinOps maturity level and how they've progressed from crawl to walk and, in some instances, run. Dive into the intricacies of implementing a FinOps culture in a multi-cloud environment and the importance of tagging governance. Gain valuable insights into managing data integrity and discover the benefits of automation in optimizing cloud spend. In this episode, Matt Mazer shares his wisdom on cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and building trust through data integrity. He provides essential advice for newcomers embarking on their FinOps journey while offering guidance for established teams seeking to elevate their financial management practices. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on the future of FinOps, the impact of AI and automation, and the influential figures shaping the FinOps community. Don't miss this episode of "Faces in FinOps" for a deep dive into the fascinating world of cloud financial management. Subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on the latest insights in the industry.