Articles
Articles by Tom Dillon.
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What Unilever's $1.2B Grüns Deal Really Teaches Us About Building Consumer Brands
A reported $1.2B exit less than three years after launch will get attention. But the…
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Your Bank Balance Is Lying to You
Too many founders still use their bank balance as a proxy for financial health. I…
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Why I Gave My Nephew a Deposit Instead of a Birthday Gift
One birthday, my nephew didn't get a gift. He got a deposit. Instead of more…
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The Cash Leak Nobody Talks About: Why Timing Breaks Profitable Businesses
I've sat in on too many calls that start the same way: "We're profitable… so…
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Why Your Annual Budget Is Already Outdated
In my first year as a fractional CFO, I worked with a founder who treated…
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The $1.2 Billion Banking Merger That Quietly Redrew the Southeast Map
Most people missed the biggest banking move in the Southeast this year. Renasant and The…
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7 Due Diligence Mistakes That Kill Deals
Over the last 18 months, I've supported 40+ acquisitions. Most looked great on paper. Clean…
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CEO vs COO vs CFO: Who Owns What in a Fast-Growing Company?
As a Fractional CFO, I get asked one question more than any other: "Where exactly…
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What Your Business Would Actually Sell For
Ever wonder what your business would actually sell for? I talk to founders all the…
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30 Finance Basics Every Business Owner Should Know
To run a successful business, you need to understand money. It helps you make smart…
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What To Do Before Selling Your Business
Thinking about selling your business? Here is the reality too many owners learn the hard…
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Build Your Revenue Engine: 7-Part Framework
Most small businesses I meet don't need more products. They need a predictable way to…
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Building Real Connections Outside The Boardroom
Client outings are underrated. I spent the day on the lake with a few clients.…
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Stop Hoarding KPIs!
Most founders struggle with choosing the right key performance indicators (KPIs). They either track too…
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How Bob Swan Redefined the CFO Role at Intel
When Bob Swan became CFO of Intel, he wasn't the obvious pick. Not an engineer.…
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Fractionals Unplugged with Jay Kingley
I was recently featured on Jay Kingley's " Fractionals Unplugged " podcast, where we talk…
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CFO Chronicles: The Secrets Behind Success podcast
Here’s a tough question I had to ask myself: What if the biggest bottleneck in…
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How to Secure Funding for Your Business: A Strategic Guide
Quick Tip: Before seeking funding, ensure you have a clear understanding of exactly how much…
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The Silent Killers of Mergers and Acquisitions
In the high-stakes world of business acquisitions, success often hinges on what happens after the…
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Golfing Moments on the Green
Golf isn’t just a sport; it’s a canvas of moments painted with laughter, challenges, and…
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My Trip to Italy
As I look back on my trip to Italy—a country where every corner feels like…
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Our Gender Reveal Story
I can barely contain my excitement as I write this. Today's the day we found…
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