Chief Financial Officers now play a critical role in shaping corporate strategy and positioning organizations to meet future challenges. This episode profiles CFO Natasha Fernandes of IMAX. She’s spearheading the company’s efforts to grow its network of large-format film systems, and to expand its content offerings through innovations in technology and content.
Chapters:
00:00:00 – Intro – The Power of the IMAX Brand
00:00:36 – IMAX’s Global Impact and Ambition
00:01:11 – Meet Natasha Fernandes – Rising to CFO
00:02:25 – Balancing Vision and Financial Discipline
00:03:25 – IMAX’s 2025 Success Story
00:04:17 – From the "Kids’ Table" to Industry Power Player
00:05:20 – How IMAX Expands Around the World
00:06:08 – The Growth of Local Language Content
00:07:20 – The Future of Alternative Content [take out & Live Events]
00:08:22 – Partnering with Filmmakers – The IMAX Advantage
00:10:39 – Natasha Fernandes’ Journey: Rising to Leadership
00:12:12 – How IMAX Invests in Innovation
00:14:06 – Inside IMAX’s Network Operations Center
00:15:03 – Manufacturing, Tariffs & Global Risk
00:16:12 – Strategic Collaboration in Finance
00:17:00 – Streaming vs Theaters – Changing Industry Lines
00:18:52 – The Netflix/IMAX ‘Narnia’ Partnership
00:19:18 – Debt Strategy & Share Buyback Plans
00:21:40 – Natasha Fernandes Looks Into the Future
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