From Go to CFO

Author: [axr] Recruitment & Search

A Podcast for aspiring finance leaders looking to take that next step in their careers. Hosted by the [axr] Recruitment & Search 3 amigos:  Greg OShea, Kunal Gupta and Nick Constain, this podcast will give you a unique insight into what it takes to become a successful CFO. Tune in as we speak to inspiring and successful CFOs from the [axr] network as they share their career journeys, how they got to be a CFO and what they learn along the way. Its the closest thing youre going to get to delving into the mind of a CFO! 
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S2, EP 22: Mats Weiss | From Fairways to Finance: A CFO’s Playbook on Resilience, Curiosity & Global Leadership
Episode 22
Wednesday, 8 October, 2025

In this episode of From Go to CFO, we sit down with Mats Weiss, the CFO of Orro Group, whose extraordinary journey from the countryside of Southeast Sweden to boardrooms across Europe, Australia, and Asia is nothing short of inspiring.A former professional golfer who launched his career at PwC while still competing on the fairways, our guest brings a unique blend of discipline, adaptability, and curiosity to everything he does. From roles at global giants like Nike - where he worked in their ice hockey division - to nearly a decade at Philip Morris, his path took a transformative turn when he joined 20th Century Fox. There, he rose rapidly through Nordic, ANZ, and Asia-Pacific finance leadership roles before relocating to Australia and later navigating the transition during Fox’s acquisition by Disney.Post-Fox, he took on the challenge of steering MYSALE Group through the turbulence of COVID-19 as CFO/COO and later returned to his Swedish roots with ICA Group before joining Orro Group.This episode is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and the power of staying curious - highlighting how a lifelong passion for sports, a global mindset, and a willingness to take bold career leaps can shape a remarkable professional journey.Whether you're a finance professional, aspiring leader, or someone navigating cross-cultural careers, this conversation offers practical insights and authentic inspiration.