The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

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Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

In this session, we’ll go beyond traditional finance leadership to explore how you can cultivate psychological safety, accountability, and a culture of continuous growth. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to future-proof your finance function, attract top talent, and create a people-powered finance operation that fuels sustainable success.

🎯 How to shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive, people-powered finance leadership.
🌊 How to create resilient finance operations that withstand uncertainty and drive business value.
🧠 The role of psychological safety and accountability in finance teams and how to balance both effectively.
🤝 Strategies for building a high-performing culture that retains and empowers top finance talent.
🔗 Practical steps to foster cross-functional collaboration for maximum business impact.

📆 May 8, 2025 at 9:30am PT, 12:30pm ET, 5:30pm GMT

Brought to you by:

Melissa Hurrington

As a devoted wife and mother, Melissa Hurrington embodies the essence of balance and leadership both at home and in the professional arena. With a multifaceted role as CFO & VP at Operations of Premier Claims, she navigates the complexities of financial strategy and operational excellence with finesse.

Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Melissa Hurrington serves as the Omaha Chapter President of the CFO Leadership Council, where she champions collaborative growth and knowledge sharing among financial executives.

As a seasoned speaker, she ignites audiences with her impassioned advocacy for women's empowerment, leveraging her platform to amplify diverse voices and foster inclusive leadership practices. She proudly serves as a founding member of The Bold Leaders Collective, spearheading initiatives to cultivate courageous leadership and drive positive change.

Melissa stands among The Next 100, a cohort of visionary leaders shaping the future of business. She leverages her expertise to mentor other professionals and foster a culture of lifelong learning.

A true servant leader at heart, she approaches every endeavor with authenticity and humility, recognizing that her greatest strength lies in uplifting others. At the core of her identity, she remains unapologetically and authentically herself.

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