Djibrane Larrabure - Instant ROI vs Long-Term Gains: Finance’s Generative AI Journey | Ep.041

Join us as we sit down with Djibrane Larrabure, Chief Financial Officer of Kolleno, as he takes us through his transition from a consulting role to becoming the CFO of a fast-paced SaaS company. Gibran gives us an inside look into the key decision-making processes that are centered around understanding the clients' needs to better anticipate and meet their future requirements. We also discuss the power of technology and how it can level up the lives of finance professionals. Get a glimpse of how Kolleno uses advanced no-code workflows to personalize strategies for customers. Listen as we explore the vital role of cash flow forecasting and how an integrated system can scale your business, identify areas for improvement, and consolidate your data. Discover the balance between a comprehensive system and multiple platforms and learn about the importance of finding the right partner to evolve your business. Our conversation takes a turn as we discuss the benefits and potential pitfalls of using AI in customer communication. Learn how AI can optimize AR management techniques and provide insights into credit policies. We also talk about the importance of culture in organizations, the concept of meta-skills, and how sustainable business practices can help prevent burnout. Gibran even shares his favorite learning and health gadgets. Tune in for a conversation filled with insightful tips and tricks from a seasoned professional in the finance industry. ---------WHERE TO FIND DJIBRANE--------- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/djibrane-larrabure-4bb41514/ Website - https://www.kolleno.com/ ---------CHAPTERS--------- (00:00) AI and Gen AI in Finance (10:28) Workflow-Personalization Integration in Finance Management (15:22) Financial Systems Integration and Ecosystem Approach (23:41) Benefits of Building a Comprehensive Ecosystem (29:31) Streamlining Payment Processes and Customer Interactions (38:33) The Role of AI in Communication (50:53) Business Growth (56:17) The Importance of Culture in Organizations (01:10:11) Sustainable Business Practices and Burnout (01:25:58) Exploring Meta Skills and AI Tools (01:32:45) Favorite Learning and Health Gadgets (01:45:39) Podcast Host Discusses LinkedIn and Kaleno --- 📧: Sign up for The Tech for Finance Newsletter for more goodies at - https://www.techforfinance.com/newsletter