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Welcome To the 2020 CFO Global Excellence Awards hosted by ACQUISITION INTERNATIONAL Launched in 2017, Acquisition International’s Global CFO Excellence Awards have served as a fantastic platform for the world’s best financial leaders to have their talent and determination recognised. Acquisition International launched in 2010 and has over the years evolved into a business publication that over 108,000 worldwide readers rely on to bring them business strategy, insight and cutting-edge news. With a wealth of dedicated readers, we stand as a voice for modern business, and are dedicated to delivering vital updates to our readers so they remain ahead of the curve.
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Energy Services Finance Executive of the Year 2019 - Africa Copperbelt Energy Corporation Plc (“CEC”) is a Zambian and privately owned power utility dedicated to providing innovative power solutions to mining companies in Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In celebrating the success of its CFO, Mutale Mukuka, we invited him to tell us more about his work for the firm and how it has driven him to win one of our prestigious 2019 Global CFO Awards.
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On account of these skills I have been involved in corporateCFO and project in which overexperience USD500million over thedraws on PV plant. In the pipeline 20MW each solar PV projects and Group, rawing are on 2itsby vast industry experience, Katapult Hannetransaction Ek has vast industry which she six years. I have performed roles have exposed medium sized hydro power both tech cardinal to growing andthatlast support andproject, teach impact startups or projects, strive whenAdditionally, supporting Katapult Group. She hasthat been in her current role for methe to thejust complexities of people and business operations different software diversifying the country's sources. to solveenergy the world’s most pressing problems through over a year, and previously she was CFO forincomputer countries firm which widenedAX. myShe perspectives use of exponential technologies. 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Working diligently, network capabilities to develop healthy companies generating paramount to to enhancing andensure ability to high quality able support my the skills firm and thatdeliver it achieves its aims. Goal sustainable values for clients, employees, society and owners. work. I have also appreciated various contexts “I started Technology my career in audit I hadin a very short stint, then orientated, she is keen to take on projectshaving that willinteracted support her team is thewhere pinnacle an exponential shiftmoved from scarcity directly with regulators, labour authorities, into tax audits and policyThe withgroup’s the national authority. In 2003,that I unless andvarious the group itself boards, to flourish andunions, strive tax towards a sustainable to abundance. seniortax team firmly believe joined CEC as a puts Senior Accountant; on ittax, reporting and policy futurefinanciers, for all. capital market players, investors etc.” society human interestsfocusing first then is at risk of systems and makers, pension administration. 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As a result, I am able to meet the needs Kenya, covering various for about a year.”across edtech investments, investment armprojects it also offers education of my staff and ensure that they feel supported and encouraged while co-developing new learning programs and initiatives. “In 2011, I was appointed as Regional Head for West Africa (M&A) they work with me.” Department focusing on Ghana, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. In 2014, I progressively moved from a role focused on operations, commercial “I have, over the period (specifically focusing on my current role), had and M&A into a finance role, having been appointed CFO of CEC, a the opportunity to work with a fantastic team whose contribution is immeasurable and I can proudly say that with appropriate initiatives for role which I continue to hold today.” capacity building, we have developed a team that is ready to progress “Over the years, this journey has been stimulating, as I have been into higher managerial roles and also lateral movements for specialist exposed to a wide range of technical and leadership skills. The roles, which concept we refer to as “plug and play readiness”.
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“I believe your consideration of me for this prestigious award is possible partly because of the support I receive from my team, a good working relationship with my fellow leadership team members, the nurturing, and mentorship i receive from my CEO and decision support from the board.”
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As he looks ahead, Mutale is excited for his future with CEC, which will certainly bring him even more opportunities to enrich his skillset.
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“Moving forward, it is my ambition for CEC to grow over the coming years, allowing for more vertical integration in our service delivery. This will allow me as a team member to give support and drive the delivery of innovative solutions to the market and attain business geographical diversification of the risk and cash flows. This will also present new challenges that I look forward to overcoming as well as exciting opportunities that I look forward to taking advantage of as I seek to grow as a CFO and a leader.”
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Mutale is a Chartered Management Accountant, Fellow of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants and holder of an MBA from IE Business School, Spain. He also represents the Company and a number of subsidiary boards in Zambia, DRC, Nigeria and Mauritius but also represents the listed companies on the LuSE Board.
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Company: Copperbelt Energy Corporation Plc Name: Mutale Mukuka Address: Copperbelt Energy Corporation Plc, 23rd Avenue, Nkana East, Kitwe, Zambia Telephone Number: +260966593930 Web Address: www.cecinvestor.com
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The Trailblazer 2,195 GBP / 2,815 USD TÜV SÜD China Holding Limited
Over the years TÜV SÜD has built up a reputation as a trusted partner of choice for safety, security and sustainability solutions. Over the last 150 years, the group has added value to our partners and customers through a comprehensive portfolio of testing, certification, auditing and advisory services. The group has enabled progress in society and businesses by staying true to its purpose of protecting people, the environment and assets from technology-related risks.
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Today, TÜV SÜD represented by more than 24,000 employees located across over 1,000 locations. The firm’s community of experts is passionate about technology and is inspired by the possibilities of your business. Working with clients based around the world, the group has hubs in a variety of regions to ensure it offers a unique combination of global reach and local knowledge. This would be impossible to provide without an expert team of leaders, including CFO Andrew Lee.
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As the CFO of TÜV SÜD North Asia, Andrew manages the company’s finances, including financial planning, management of financial and business risks and financial reporting. Alongside this, he is also involved in the business strategy and operation issues across the region.
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Over the years, Andrew has been proud to witness the growth of TÜV SÜD in China, from a company which has only 50 people, to a leading testing company with over 3,000 people in over 30 offices in Greater China. He leads the group with authority, supporting the group and his team, taking responsibility for overcoming any challenges they may face. He takes inspiration from his colleagues and is proud to communicate with them at all stages of any project.
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Ultimately, seeking to operate beyond regulatory compliance, TÜV SÜD works to inspire trust in a physical and digital world to create a safer and more sustainable future. This will remain the group, and Andrew’s core aim as they both look towards an exciting future filled with new developments.
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Company: TÜV SÜD China Holding Limited Contact: April Yang Email: info@tuv-sud.hk Website: www.tuv-sud.cn
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Part of the TÜV SÜD Group, TÜV SÜD China Holding Limited plays a key role in helping partners transform innovative ideas into social reality. We profile the group to find out more about its unique services and how they drive it to the success it enjoys currently.
igital transformation is already revolutionising every aspect of our lives, changing the way humans live, work and play. Throughout this period of uncertainty, TÜV SÜD is striving to add value to governments, businesses and consumers worldwide. Supporting a range of clients, the group’s aim is to inspire trust in technology, enabling progress by managing technologyrelated risks and facilitating change.
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Aimafin AG Best Global Private Office & Law Firms CFO 2019 Having supported a variety of businesses over the years, Magdi Wafa is currently CFO of Anaford and works to use his experience as a skilled initiator of successful strategies ensuring effective operational excellence and improved work ethic, culture and performance to the firm’s advantage. We profile Magdi to find out more about the secrets behind his success supporting a wide range of companies throughout the past quarter of a century.
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rawing on more than 25 years’ experience of senior financial and operations management experience, Magdi Wafa is the CFO of Anaford Attorneys at Law, Board Member of Aerium AG, Anaford Tax & Accounting Services AG and Aimafin AG.
In his role at Aimafin he is responsible for the entire operations and finance management department, as well as the firm’s strategy and M&A projects. Seeking to undertake these roles to the highest possible standard, Magdi draws on his vast industry experience. He has proved himself to have strong people management, leadership and motivation skills. Thanks to his broad international experience he is recognised for his hands-on experience in accounting, FP&A, international taxation, treasury, foreign exchange, commercial project management and strategic financial management. He also boasts broad international experience including having worked with the United States, Switzerland, the Middle East, APAC and South America.
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Looking to the future, as businesses becomes more global and technologically advanced, Aimafin will be incorporating additional solutions such as Blockchain, big data and the Cloud into its work, and Magdi is looking forward to the new skills that such implementation will offer him. He has a bright and exciting future ahead as he works to enhance his already impressive experience and work on even more projects in his current roles. His personal aim is to expand his role as strategic adviser in this growing organization, as well as serving as the steward at the bottom line and bringing a much more multidisciplinary skill set to the job.
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Company: Aimafin AG Name: Magdi Wafa Address: Toedistrasse 53, 8002 Zuerich, Switzerland Telephone Number: +41 58 255 19 60 Web Address: www.aimafin.com
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The Leader 725 GBP / 930 USD GomSpace Aviation & Aerospace CFO of the Year 2019 - Europe Internationally renowned, award-winning GomSpace is a leading manufacturer and supplier of nanosatellite solutions created for customers across the academic, government and commercial markets. To celebrate his success in this year’s Global CFO Awards we interviewed Troels Dalsgaard Normolle to find out more about how he is steering this truly unique company to global success.
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hanks to more than 11 years of experience in the market and a track record of multiple successful missions accomplished, GomSpace has developed a profound knowledge and numerous competencies within the radio technology, nanosatellite platforms and project management sectors. Having joined the firm five years ago after being personally approached by the CEO, Troels has seen it flourish and helped it through international expansion, a selection of M&A deals and an IPO, among many other projects. His role as CFO is far-reaching and encompasses a wide variety of tasks, and as such he draws heavily on his experience working with a range of companies previously, as he highlights in his opening comments. “When I first began my career in finance I worked as a trainee with renowned auditing company Ernst & Young. Later I went to work for PwC, and at both auditing firms I enjoyed working with a variety of companies and understanding the intricacies of their finance departments. After leaving auditing I went to work as an interim financial manager of a listed company in Aalborg, and through this I was able to learn more about the other side of finance and how it felt to be running a finance department rather than auditing one.
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“Five years ago, I joined GomSpace and since then I have enjoyed working as CFO and undertaking a number of roles. As the Chief Financial Officer of a listed company, I work with a range of stakeholders, supporting everyone from my own team, whom I help to uphold the values of the company, through to providing investor relations and updating analysts on our financial position so they can accurately value our company. My favourite role is as an internal business consultant, supporting our managers and business leaders and helping them to understand the financial side of the business.” Throughout his vast industry experience Troels has found that the best way to lead staff is to motivate them to enjoy their independence, as he explains. “Personally, as a leader I have a clear strategy: I seek to be a leader, rather than a manager. I am very keen for my staff to work independently, whilst at the same time making sure they have the support to fully understand and implement GomSpace’s values. Staff should always be passionate about their work and enjoy it, so that they can always perform to the best of their abilities.”
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“Within the financial department at GomSpace we are very fortunate to work with a team of incredibly talented staff who are dedicated to doing their best to drive this company to success. I am very proud of my team and work hard to make sure they have the support they need at all times.” Looking to the future, Troels foresees even greater success for GomSpace as this innovative company strives towards even greater growth and international recognition. “Over the coming years GomSpace will develop the reporting system further by using business intelligence tools, which will allow us to further grow and expand. I am keen to continue working towards growing the company and enhancing its already impressive success.”
Company: GomSpace Contact: Troels Dalsgaard Normolle Website: https://gomspace.com
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Mr. Nikolopoulos has successfully accomplished to shift company’s focus towards analytics, people management & innovative technologies. Thanks to his wide experience and his structured approach, SRH is finding its core needs in solving problems as they arise and over the years the company has deployed a powerful financial business intelligence.
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the company’s dedication to serve all its clients at the forefront of technological development.
By maintaining quality, integrated solutions, reliable products, variety of services, experienced and trained personnel, time-efficiency and competitive prices, today the firm holds a long and growing list of satisfied customers worldwide.
professional C-suite, which includes CFO Theodoros Nikolopoulos. Theodoros has been in his present position since 2017; before this he was Head of Finance for Ellactor and CFO at Vermantia. Through his long-term career & experience in finance he can offer his team the benefit of his vast financial expertise and leadership knowledge to drive them towards success.
Seeking to offer these global clients truly innovative, international support, SRH is supported by a global network of well-known manufacturers and service suppliers, authorized by all major classifications. These strategic alliances with some of the most important companies in the maritime market and steadily incorporated branches in all over the world keep SRH committed to staying ahead of the game and providing a proactive service to its customers.
Overall, SRH’s core values are based on the commitment to employees through their personal empowerment, the optimum and flawless customer service, developing and maintaining value-added partnerships. This will remain its core focus as the firm looks towards an exciting future and seeks to build upon its already impressive success.
ince its inception in 1999 SRH has flourished to become a well-established company in the maritime market offering full services on sales, technical support and training for Navigation, Radio communication, Automation, Spares, Retrofit, Repairs, Safety and other marine equipment.
Delta Fleet is the latest SRH development, which gains significant market sector, that is already trusted by major shipping companies; this automated charting solution is certified by Inmarsat and reflects
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