12 Acquisition International - Global CFO Excellence Awards 2023 May23364 Most Dedicated Public Relations CFO 2023 (National Capital Region USA): Nike Ajao As the world evolves, it’s becoming increasingly apparent that mindsets don’t seem to be matching the same pace. Despite the outcry for equality between races, sexualities, and classes, it’s impossible to ignore the clear divide that’s becoming harder to shift. However, Spitfire Strategies is at the forefront of amplifying the voices of change, and we delve into how its CFO, Nike Ajao, is spearheading the shift towards a more inclusive society with the USA. It’s no secret that compassion seems to have fallen to the wayside in recent years. People have stopped loving one another, and have started placing more of a focus on harming, rather than healing, our society. Spitfire Strategies is acutely aware of this fact, and seeks to building more inclusive and compassionate connections throughout a multitude of different groups. Be it working towards a completely anti-racist society, or promoting other forms of unity, Spitfire Strategies stands apart as a beacon of hope for the future. What makes Spitfire Strategies different from other public relation firms, however, is how it actively breaks down complex problems in order to deliver solvable solutions. It recognises the need for strategy, as suggested by its name, and deploys only the most brilliant and diverse of minds to concoct methods that are easy to engage with, whilst also having the capability to pioneer change. This, combined with its avid love for educating and encouraging learning across a variety of campaigns, makes it one-of-a-kind in its field. By marrying inclusive thinking with a workspace that’s always open to learning and adapting, Spitfire Strategies has managed to craft a solid foundation for altering society’s current path. It takes the time to digest what it’s learned, and then spread its findings to a wide audience, all in the hopes of forging a better tomorrow. It’s committed to making things happen, and it does everything in its power to create connections that’ll pave the path towards an anti-racist world. As CFO, it’s Nike’s duty to oversee, not only the financial wellbeing of Spitfire Strategies, but to deploy a myriad of leadership capabilities, strategic thinking, and effective communication in order to develop a productive and harmonious space. By applying experience from her past, she’s been able to deploy these vital skills without a single hitch, and, as a result, plays a crucial role in Spitfire Strategies’ success. Her diverse skillset, developed over years of experience, stands as a testament to her passion – something that we continuously experienced when speaking with her about her role. By drawing on her past experience, Nike has equipped herself with a unique ability to shape herself within the CFO role. By combining her prowess in finance and accounting with her overarching drive to excel, she’s managed to hone her craft even further – from human resources, systems implementation, and data analysis, to people, project and process management, coaching, leadership, and strategic thinking, Nike has extracted the key talents necessary to assist anyone within the broad team at Spitfire Strategies. Through accumulating such a diverse range of abilities, Nike has granted herself the chance to empower everyone around her. She encourages people to exceed their personal expectations, and plays an active role in helping every individual flourish in their own unique ways. She looks to make a positive impact on the lives of those around her, and applies her vast array of attributes in order to make a lifelong contribution that’ll serve to uplift her fellow colleagues and clients alike. What makes Nike truly special is her adeptness in partnering professionalism with compassion. Though she’s wholeheartedly focused on introducing people to the best parts of themselves, she does so in a way that’s not only gentle and filled with kindness, but also supported by factual details. She’s managed to strike the perfect balance between honesty, transparency, intelligence, and empowerment, which all culminates in a brilliant woman who wholly exceeds what’s expected of a CFO. She leverages her skills to imbue individuals with the means to excel in ways that they may have never thought possible. Of course, an effective leadership style is crucial to success for any CFO, and Nike is intrinsically aware of this fact. Therefore, she centres herself on encouraging collaboration and immediate feedback. She believes that praising and recognising team members for their successes, and gently guiding them whenever they may miss the mark, is essential to building a positive work environment. Through fostering brilliance and uniting individuals who share similar visions, she’s able to cultivate a collective that’s critically aware of how its contributions will make a difference within the world. Only then can Spitfire Strategies truly thrive as a firm. As a result of Nike’s proactive leadership style, the company has been given chance time and time again to evolve alongside the needs of society. It’s equipped with all of the necessary tools to start promoting positive change, from its clients to its colleagues. Brilliance is a byproduct of Nike’s innate understanding of the CFO role, and it’s easy to see how her talents have served to amplify Spitfire Strategies’ ambitions. However, when we asked Nike if she had anything else to add about herself, she instead extended her gratitude to her husband,
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