Katy Doan - Episode 12

Katie Doan, a CFO for a private equity group, shares her journey from Vietnam to the US, where she rebuilt her career after starting over in accounting.

Despite challenges like cultural differences and balancing work, school, and family, she pursued advanced degrees and certifications.

Katie emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking, flexibility, and effective communication in the CFO role. She highlighted the complexities of M&A, particularly system migrations, and the need for accurate data for decision-making.

Katie advised aspiring professionals to pray, be bold, work hard, and maintain a balanced life, stressing the importance of continuous learning and support from family and friends.