CFO's Leadership Program

May 11-14, 2026 | Online
September 20-23, 2026 | Whistler

Advance your leadership skills from technical finance professional to strategic partner

The CFO’s Leadership Program is an intensive and interactive program that blends best practices, case studies, group discussions and role-play, concentrating on areas where CFO’s have told us they feel they need the most help. Gain critical insights into leading practices in management and leadership, and have the opportunity to apply tools and skills to your work context.

As part of the CPABC CFO Program, this program will focus on management soft skills. The CFO’s Operational Skills Program will focus on core technical and operational skills. You can choose to complete only one of these programs but if you complete both components, you will receive the CPABC CFO Program Certificate. They can be completed in any order as they focus on separate and distinct skills.

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Unique features included with your registration

Comprehensive pre-work surveys include 360 Degree Leadership and Organizational Assessment
State of the art self-awareness assessment
Confidential one-on-one Executive Coaching session

Eligible CPD Hours: 28
Program Online Fee: $2,350 Early Bird | $2,450 Regular
Program In-person Fee: $3,350 Early Bird | $3,650 Regular

Curriculum

How to be a Strategist

Learn how to shift from the operational phase to the strategic phase to tap into the different perspectives of all stakeholders to influence desired results
Learn how to help your team execute better by being a better strategist
Explore the gap between corporate strategic goals and the day to day operations in rapidly changing environments
Understand how the role of the CFO impacts the development and sustainability of a positive corporate culture
Discuss tools and techniques for how to drive change

Communicating and the Art of Persuasion

Learn how to convey complex financial results and business performance to drive actionable outcomes through powerful communications
Receive feedback on a live presentation that will enhance your specific style
Learn the latest techniques for persuasive communications
Understand how to frame the organization both internally and externally
Explore impacts on communication from core drivers such as globalization, technology, and multi-generational workforces

Leading & Influencing

Learn how to develop a more effective leadership style to help lead your organization through globalization and growth
Learn how to give & receive effective feedback
Explore how to plan for an manage the risks associated with succession
Understand and explore when pay for performance is the right tool to drive performance and when it can impede desired results

Best Practices on Creating and Sustaining Resilient Leadership

Learn tips about how effective executives manage their personal well-being
Explore the best practices for managing daily tasks interactions and relationships
Learn how to build ‘executive presence’ to be yourself while inspiring others
Learn how to position yourself to have the greatest strategic impact both currently and in the future with the senior leadership team, other key stakeholders in the organization and with the board

Negotiations

Learn how to enhance your ability to negotiate and build consensus at the C-level
Understand your negotiation style and its impact
Explore various approaches to negotiations for success in today’s business environment
Review techniques and tools for internal and external negotiations

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TAMMY TOWILL, MBA, FCPA, FCMA is a partner in the Cordura Group and Chair of the School of Business with Capilano University, providing business advisory services and related education and training programs to organizations and communities seeking growth or change.

Learn more about Tammy Towill...

For over 25 years, Tammy has worked with private and public sector companies throughout North America and Europe, providing education, training and facilitating in the areas of leadership, strategy, business planning and curriculum development and implementation. She has served on and worked with several boards in Canada and the US. Tammy believes a well-trained, engaged and inspired management and employee team are an invaluable resource in today’s competitive environment.

LESLEY-ANN MARRIOTT, CEC, MCC is a Certified Executive Coach who holds the highest credential of Professional Certified Coach.

Learn more about Lesley-Ann Marriott...

A former executive in the food industry, Lesley-Ann has over 25 years of leadership and management experience. She has facilitated hundreds of corporate partnerships at the most senior levels of the world’s largest food companies – Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, and Nestle. Contracts in excess of $50 million and managing sales of over $2.5 billion were negotiated based on dynamic, collaborative partnerships. Today, Lesley-Ann’s clients include a roster of Executive Directors, Board leaders, Vice Presidents, CEO/CFOs and business owners who face a range of challenges: strategic development, launching new businesses, managing conflict, managing global/cross-cultural teams, improving the effectiveness of their board, identifying and developing their star performers, creating a team that is engaged in the company vision.