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Strategic Finance Partnering Workshop: Empowering Finance Leaders to Become Key Advisers and Value Creators
In today's dynamic business landscape, the finance function is no longer limited to producing standard reports. Modern finance professionals are expected to go beyond numbers – they must understand strategy, facilitate decision-making, and drive performance.
Imagine being at the forefront of key business conversations, providing insights that shape strategic outcomes. This transformative workshop, led by Prof. James Leong – a Fortune 500 finance veteran, international trainer, and university professor – is designed to empower finance professionals to become indispensable business partners.
This workshop equips participants with the ability to break traditional finance stereotypes and evolve into commercial value creators.
Through interactive case studies, real-world applications, and practical frameworks, participants will develop the skills and confidence to engage stakeholders, influence decisions, and add tangible value to their organisations.
Imagine being at the forefront of key business conversations, providing insights that shape strategic outcomes. This transformative workshop, led by Prof. James Leong – a Fortune 500 finance veteran, international trainer, and university professor – is designed to empower finance professionals to become indispensable business partners.
This workshop equips participants with the ability to break traditional finance stereotypes and evolve into commercial value creators.
Through interactive case studies, real-world applications, and practical frameworks, participants will develop the skills and confidence to engage stakeholders, influence decisions, and add tangible value to their organisations.
Objective
- Redefine the Role of Finance – Shift from stewardship to commercial value creation.
- Enhance Business Acumen – Understand business models, profit drivers, and competitive environments.
- Strengthen Communication and Influence – Develop skills to challenge, negotiate, and lead business conversations.
- Stakeholder Engagement– Build rapport, manage relationships, and drive collaboration across various levels.
Outline
Module 1 – Finance Partnering: Breaking the Stereotype
Module 2 – Business Model and Strategy: Thinking Like a Strategist
Module 3 – Stakeholder Management: Influencing & Driving Change
- What does it mean, what does it entail and why does it matter?
- Behaviour and mindset differentiators for effective finance partners
- Transition from stewardship to commercial value creator
- Practical ideas for achieving quick wins as finance partners
Module 2 – Business Model and Strategy: Thinking Like a Strategist
- Understanding business strategy
- Visualising and improving business models
- Breaking down value drivers and analysing cost trade-offs
- Case studies for value creation as a finance partner
Module 3 – Stakeholder Management: Influencing & Driving Change
- Stakeholder identification framework
- Relationship management and developing cross-functional collaboration
- Principles of influence
- Practical tips to build rapport and generate buy-in from decision makers
Who should attend
- Finance Business Partners– Enhance your ability to drive performance across business units.
- Finance Professionals– Transition from a reporting-focused role to a strategic adviser.
- Emerging Finance Leaders– Develop the skills necessary to step into finance leadership roles.
Methodology
Our hands-on, interactive approach ensures immediate application and long-term retention:
- Experiential Learning – Case studies, applications, and real-world examples.
- Engagement and Collaboration – Group discussions and peer-to-peer learning.
- Practical Application– Problem-solving exercises.
Testimonials
"Prof. James' insights have reshaped the way our finance team engages with the business. A game-changer for our organisation."
"Prof. James delivered the programme in a very engaging and clear manner that is easy for us to remember and understand. His interactive way of delivery and practical applications stood out."
"Prof. James' ability to provide structured frameworks and useful insights made the concepts highly practicable. His real-life examples added value and relevance to our daily activities."
"The workshop was filled with valuable tips on effective communication, stakeholder prioritisation, and practical exercises that made a real difference in how I approach finance business partnering.”
"Prof. James is an inspiring motivational speaker who ensures everyone is involved and participating. His ability to encourage interaction and engagement during the session was exceptional."
"Prof. James delivered the programme in a very engaging and clear manner that is easy for us to remember and understand. His interactive way of delivery and practical applications stood out."
"Prof. James' ability to provide structured frameworks and useful insights made the concepts highly practicable. His real-life examples added value and relevance to our daily activities."
"The workshop was filled with valuable tips on effective communication, stakeholder prioritisation, and practical exercises that made a real difference in how I approach finance business partnering.”
"Prof. James is an inspiring motivational speaker who ensures everyone is involved and participating. His ability to encourage interaction and engagement during the session was exceptional."
Profile of Prof. James C Foo Leong
Prof. James C Foo Leong, Fellow Chartered Accountant
Adjunct Professor, National University of Singapore
Founder, a Singapore-based consulting firm and Financial Storytelling
Author of Once Upon a Balance Sheet
With over 20 years of experience as a global finance presenter, corporate trainer, and former Regional Finance Head for a Fortune 500 company, Prof. James Leong delivers engaging and transformative workshops to diverse audiences. His unique ability to simplify complex financial concepts through storytelling and real-life examples has made him a sought-after trainer across industries.
As a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and Distinguished Toastmaster, James brings energy and clarity to every session. James' facilitation style promotes collaboration and boosts organisational performance.
