PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Join the CFO Leadership Council for a candid discussion about the leadership skills that extend beyond technical financial expertise. Panelists will share practical experiences and approaches for translating numbers and financial results into compelling stories for different audiences, developing deeper self-awareness, gaining insight into their strengths and blind spots, and understanding how their leadership style and behaviors are experienced by others, enabling them to lead with greater authenticity, intention, and impact; and building productive relationships with key stakeholders—including boards, executive teams, and staff.
Attendees will gain actionable insights into how leading CFOs communicate with influence, establish credibility, and navigate diverse stakeholder priorities.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Tell the financial story: Learn how CFOs translate complex numbers, performance trends, risks, and opportunities into clear, persuasive narratives tailored to boards, executives, staff, and other stakeholders.
- Develop deeper self-awareness: Gain insight into your strengths and blind spots, understand how your leadership style and behaviors are experienced by others, and learn to lead with greater authenticity, intention, and impact.
- Manage stakeholders effectively: Discover strategies for understanding competing priorities, setting expectations, building trust, and communicating with boards, leadership teams, and employees through both routine and challenging situations.
SPEAKERS
MK Larsen | PCC | Executive Coach | Strategic Communication | Leadership Presence
MK Larsen is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), executive coach, and strategic communications specialist who helps leaders turn complex information into clear, compelling
narratives that build credibility, influence stakeholders, and support better decisions. Since founding MK Larsen Communications LLC in 2007, she has partnered with corporate leaders and technical experts across financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, and technology.
Her work with the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation and Novo Nordisk includes coaching professionals to develop and deliver TED-style talks that communicate complex ideas with
clarity, engage diverse audiences, and advance important initiatives. She has also helped professionals at Robert Wood Johnson strengthen leadership presence and structure complex
content for nontechnical audiences. Across healthcare and pharmaceutical organizations, she helps experts make sophisticated information accessible, persuasive, and meaningful to the
people who need to act on it.
MK’s corporate experience spans financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, technology, energy, and other industries. Her work includes coaching professionals at organizations such as JPMorgan Chase, American Express, Lido, AT&T, and JM Family Auto, helping leaders strengthen their communication, leadership presence, and ability to engage stakeholders. At Rutgers University, she delivered professional development in leadership performance and storytelling with data. Across her engagements, she helps professionals organize complex information, communicate recommendations effectively, and lead high-stakes conversations with greater clarity and confidence.
As Head Speaker Coach and Rehearsal Manager for TEDxAsbury Park, MK has prepared more than 150 speakers across six conferences. She guides experts in shaping their central message, organizing content, developing compelling narratives, and delivering with confidence and credibility.
MK combines strategic rigor with creativity and an engaging, highly interactive style. Her workshops go beyond lectures, equipping participants with practical tools and repeatable
frameworks for organizing their thinking, shaping compelling messages, and communicating complex ideas. Participants learn techniques they can immediately apply to executive
presentations, high-stakes conversations, and business situations where clarity and influence matter.
MK holds the Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential through the International Coaching Federation. Her professional theatre background includes work with American Repertory Theater at Harvard, The Public Theater, and AMDA. She resides in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
Louis Tamayo | Chief Financial Officer | Lexeo Therapeutics
Louis Tamayo is an accomplished finance executive with more than 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical technology industries. He currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of Lexeo Therapeutics, a publicly traded biotechnology company focused on developing innovative genetic medicines for cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Prior to joining Lexeo, Louis held senior finance leadership positions at Siemens Healthineers, Becton Dickinson (BD), and Pfizer, where he developed extensive expertise in corporate finance, strategic planning, operational transformation, capital allocation, and business development. Throughout his career, he has partnered with executive leadership teams to drive financial performance, support strategic growth initiatives, and navigate complex global healthcare markets. Louis holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Marketing from Northeastern University.
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SPONSOR PARTNERS
Thank you to our valued Sponsor Partners. This event is open to members, sponsors, and special guests.
