An Unconventional Path to CFO: Scott Drummond's Story

Most CFOs don"t start their careers directing Shakespeare. Scott Drummond did.  Now CFO at REIQ, Scott sits down with Sumith to unpack his unusual journey from theatre to finance. He reckons the skills that made him a good director – proper listening, bringing out the best in teams, seeing the big picture – are exactly what CFOs need today. They also dig into what finance transformation actually looks like in a membership organisation, how to manage AI without the panic, and why Scott sees his role as "the backstop in baseball."  Worth a listen if you"re interested in how people end up where they are. Thanks for tuning in to Books to the Boardroom! If you enjoyed today"s episode, take your leadership journey further: 🎧 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 🔔 Never miss an episode—follow us on LinkedIn and your favourite podcast platform 📱 Share your takeaways with #CFOCatalyst Are you a CFO with insights to share or know someone who is? We"re always looking for financial leaders to join us on the show—reach out at hello@ctcnow.co to discuss featuring your expertise on a future episode. Until next week, keep reading, keep listening!