
How FP&A Teams Turn Confusing Budgets into Strategic Tools That Drive Alignment with Sarah Schlott
In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst welcomes Sarah Schlott, founder of The Schlott Company. Sarah shares her perspective on why financial models often fail, not because ...
12 Aug 202545min

An AI Excel Tool for Finance Teams to Speed Up DCFs and Scenario Modelling with Nico Christie
In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst welcomes Nico Christie, co-founder of Fundamental Research Labs and creator of Shortcut, the superhuman Excel agent. Nico shares insi...
5 Aug 202543min

The Truth About Project Finance for Modelers to Avoid Complexity & Build Impact with Patrick Daguet
In this episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst sits down with Patrick Daguet, a seasoned finance professional, educator, and structured finance expert for a thoughtful and inspirin...
29 Jul 202548min

How Financial Modelers Rely on Memorability, Not Accuracy, to Get Ahead in Excel with Finance Bro
In this episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst invites "Your Average Finance Bro," for a light-hearted and humorous conversation about financial modeling. The episode takes a comed...
22 Jul 202531min

How Students Master Financial Modeling and Bridge the CFA Practical Skills Gap with Stephen Horan
In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst welcomes Dr. Stephen Horan to discuss the fundamentals of financial modeling, the challenges and rewards of teaching finance, and how...
15 Jul 202548min

Building a Practical Financial Modeling Course for students focused on sustainability with Michael & Janice
In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst speaks with Janice Shade and Michael Tapia about the intersection of sustainability, financial modeling, and education. They share th...
8 Jul 202556min

CFM Certification Tips for Financial Modelers to Pass Without 100 Hours with Carolina Lago
In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst and co-host Carolina Lago explore their experiences with financial modeling and the Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) certification. T...
1 Jul 202546min

How Finance Professionals Can Grow with Excel, Avoid Automation Traps, and Build a Brand with Jon Acampora
In this episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst sits down with Jon Acampora to discuss the ever-evolving world of financial modeling, focusing on Excel. Jon shares about the importa...
24 Jun 202555min



















