Josh Hawkey
Josh has spent 7+ years leading the finance functions of high growth tech companies with a major focus on SaaS, Fintech and AI. Josh's career trajectory took off at Deloitte, where he specialised in a portfolio of tech clients ranging from pre revenue to $20m+. Transitioning later into a product management role at a tax software company, he seamlessly blended his accounting experience with real world tech-savvy expertise. With a BCom in Accounting and Information Systems, Chartered Accountancy (CA) and holder of a Certificate of Public Practice (CPP), he brings a robust foundation in both theory and practical application to the table.
Sunrise Sessions
In the early days, founders are the driving force behind everything in a startup - including the finance function. But what happens when your startup scales and it’s time to bring in a CFO? In this interactive meetup, two seasoned startup CFOs will share stories on what they wish their founders and CEOs had in place before they joined the team. This session is all about engagement. Expect a lively, hands-on discussion where the audience will have the chance to ask questions, share experiences, and brainstorm solutions alongside the CFOs. Together, we’ll tackle practical questions like: How do you create a finance function without formal training? What systems and processes should you set up now to avoid chaos later? And how can you lay the right financial groundwork so your CFO can hit the ground running post-Series A? This isn’t just theory - it’s a collaborative exchange designed to leave you with real-world, tactical steps to build a resilient financial foundation from day one. Proudly supported by our pals at Airwallex.