with Executive Finance

We wake up every day thinking about ideas and content that help financial professionals accelerate their careers.

Years of
Experience

— About Us

Blair Cook CPA, MBA

Blair is a many-time corporate director, executive coach, former CFO, author, and speaker. His educational videos, courses and webinars of accounting, finance and financial leadership topics have million of views on YouTube and other platforms around the world. His experience working with and in real businesses to experiment with theories and practices differentiates his delivery of service. He shares these experiences and stories of what works, what doesn’t, and what was learned. He is the author of The Illiterate Executive: An Executive’s Handbook for Mastering Financial Acumen.

Jennifer Ross Nicholson CPA, CA ICD

Jen is a dynamic financial executive with over 30 years of experience in public practice, academia, government and industry. Jen is currently serving on the Board of the Nova Scotia Utilities and Review Board. She has served on numerous community, charitable, and professional boards over her career. In 2015, she co-founded Executive Finance with Blair and has been integral to the development and delivery of professional development programs elevating the roles of those working in accounting and finance. She has been integral advancing women in finance with her women’s leadership program.

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Continuing Professional Development (CPD

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We develop and deliver leading professional development for financial professionals in areas of finance, strategic management, governance, communication skills, and leadership.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD

We deliver programs, courses, and seminars through live presentations, virtual webinars and on-line e-learning.

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Executive Coaching for Chief Financial Officers

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We work directly with financial executives - both those in the role or those ready for the next step. Great leaders benefit from having personalized counsel to help them rise to challenges confronting them.

Executive Coaching for Chief Financial Officers

We work one-on-one to build your confidence, presence, and expertise and make you the trusted advisor to the CEO and the Board of Directors.

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Thought Leadership

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hese form the basis of our methodology for finance transformation.

Thought Leadership

hese form the basis of our methodology for finance transformation.

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Testimonials

Client Reviews

What our clients have to say.

Nawar is a sustainable finance course instructor

"Behind Boardroom Doors" was a very informative course, detailing the activities of the board, and how the interaction of the directors occurs, both with and without management."

KEITH JOHNSON

Director at Waterjet Holdings

"I'm becoming a big fan of Blair Cook! Interesting, specific, relevant information for CFOs or other financial leaders in business presented in an engaging manner. Well done!"

MONTE SMITH

Controller at Gerding Companies Inc.

"I have listening to many instructors in my CPA CPE quest this go round. There were several very good courses and presentations available, but Mr. Cook is the most captivating liveliest and most knowledgeable in all I have heard"

DENNIS R. CALLAHAN

CFO at CFO Services

"While - as Blair even says - "First 100 Days as CFO" course may be considered fairly high level, it's a great overview and very clearly and succinctly delivered. As a CFO myself, I found it a wonderful refresher/reminder on key things I need to be considering as I step into a new organization. Thanks Blair!"

ED SCHAFFER

CFO at Rimini Street Inc.

Maria is a sustainable finance course instructor

"I am a finance professional who has worked in this field for many years and I think Blair is one of the best presenters I have ever had the pleasure of listening to - Great Job"

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CFO at Rimini Street Inc.

“Jen and Blair were invaluable resources as we worked through the challenges facing our business. Their ability to blend high-level strategic theory with real-world, personal experiences is unparalleled; think Drucker meets Welch. Executive Finance truly transformed our business dramatically and we can't thank them enough!”

JOSH BEAVER

CFO Scotsburn Cooperative Dairies

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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

In here, anything goes. We share our thoughts on matters that we find interesting that relate to the Office of the CFO…or anything else we feel like sharing.

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Over 3 decades of diverse executive and board experience;

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Academic backgrounds that temper theory with the practical challenges;

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An innovative and fun (yes fun!) approach to development and implementation;

The finance function supports the achievement strategic goals of the organization. That alone is not a small undertaking. We think everyday about little and big ideas that help individuals working in finance and the function they lead to achieve just that. Our clients benefit from:

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The Blog

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Learn Corporate Finance In 1 Hour [Simple Guide]

July 14, 2021

How To Become CFO [10 Skills You’ll Need]

July 6, 2021

Learn Accounting in 1 Hour [4-Step Guide]

June 28, 2021

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We offer professional development, training, and e-learning through partnerships with professional accounting bodies, post-secondary institutions, and leading professional development providers.