Season 3 Episode 21: How This Young CFO Raised $50M and Built a Startup Finance Playbook

Season 3 Episode 21: How This Young CFO Raised $50M and Built a Startup Finance Playbook

What does it take to build the financial engine behind a high-growth startup? The role of a startup CFO is not just about managing numbers. It’s about strategy, resilience, and creating the foundation for sustainable growth.


This week on Alchemy Uncensored, Conor McHugh is joined by James Evans, CFO at prop-tech rocketship Holo. With extensive experience driving financial transformation in the tech sector, James shares a candid look into the world of startup finance and the realities of scaling in a competitive market.


Together, they explore what it takes to raise capital in the MENA region, how to navigate investor pressure, and why mentorship and leadership are key to thriving as a young executive. James also opens up about the mindset and adaptability required to succeed in a fast-paced startup environment.


This episode is a must-watch for ambitious finance professionals, aspiring CFOs, and anyone eager to understand what it truly takes to build and lead in the startup world.

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Season 3 Episode 6: Leading with Impact - Strategies for Women in Finance & Business

Season 3 Episode 6: Leading with Impact - Strategies for Women in Finance & Business

Reaching the top in the corporate world comes with its own set of challenges, especially for women in finance and business.In this episode, we sit down with Elena Overchuk, COO at Kyndryl, a global le...

19 Mar 202527min

Season 3 Episode 5: The Tax Expert’s Guide – Stay Ahead in 2025!

Season 3 Episode 5: The Tax Expert’s Guide – Stay Ahead in 2025!

Taxation is evolving fast, and staying ahead is critical for businesses and finance leaders. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Peter, a global tax expert with 44+ years of experience and the UAE M...

5 Mar 202542min

Season 3 Episode 4: The CFO Playbook - Transforming for Success in 2025

Season 3 Episode 4: The CFO Playbook - Transforming for Success in 2025

If you're an aspiring CFO, this episode is a must-listen! We’re joined by Zuned Bharuchi, a seasoned CFO and Chartered Accountant with over 25 years of experience across industries like logistics, ene...

19 Feb 202537min

Season 3 Episode 3: Islamic Finance - Truth or Myth?

Season 3 Episode 3: Islamic Finance - Truth or Myth?

If you’re in the finance world, this episode is a must-listen! We’re joined by Youssef Salem, CFO of ADNOC Drilling and the youngest CFO to make waves on Nasdaq and ADX. With a career leading billion-...

5 Feb 202537min

Interview like a Pro: Inside the mind of your HR interviewer

Interview like a Pro: Inside the mind of your HR interviewer

If you’re a recruiter, HR professional, or jobseeker, this episode is for you! Hisham ElSaied, a chartered MCIPD member and certified coach with 18+ years of experience in Fortune 500 companies across...

29 Jan 202543min

The Advice Every Jobseeker Needs from Top Recruiters!

The Advice Every Jobseeker Needs from Top Recruiters!

If you’re a jobseeker in the UAE, this episode is a must-listen! Weam Kamel, Director and Head of Abu Dhabi Operations, and Lewis Elsey, Principal Consultant at Alchemy Search share their expert advic...

22 Jan 202540min

Season 2 Episode 24: Corporate Governance: The role it plays and its importance

Season 2 Episode 24: Corporate Governance: The role it plays and its importance

In this episode of Alchemy Uncensored, we’re joined by Sheena Ganesh, a seasoned CFO and finance leader with over 25 years of experience across the Middle East and Africa. Hosted by Lewis Elsey, Sheen...

11 Des 202421min

Season 2 Episode 23: Empowering Women to Navigate Finance and Leadership

Season 2 Episode 23: Empowering Women to Navigate Finance and Leadership

In this episode, we’re excited to feature Babita Ganeriwala, CFO of TRACTEBEL Middle East, as she shares her incredible journey and over 15 years of experience in finance and leadership. A Chartered A...

19 Nov 202432min

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