The CFO & COO INSIDER is a live, regular discussion about the trust finance topics that matter most.
Hosted by Leyla Tovey, SBS Managing Director
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CFO & COO INSIDER is a series of live sessions designed specifically for finance and operations leaders in Multi-Academy Trusts. Hosted by Leyla Tovey, SBS Managing Director, these discussions tackle the key financial and strategic challenges facing Trusts today—offering insights, expert advice, and real-world solutions.
What You’ll Gain from These Sessions
✅ Expert insights on the latest finance and operational challenges facing MATs
✅ Real-world strategies for smarter financial planning and compliance
✅ Exclusive updates on funding, budgeting, and policy changes
✅ The opportunity to ask questions and join the conversation
Download the summary notes from our recent session:
Budget Assumptions 2025: What are you planning?
We were joined by Susan Fielden CPFA, Trust and School Funding Policy Specialist at CST, and Julia Harnden, Funding Specialist at ASCL, for essential updates on funding updates and pay & expenditure forecasts.
Download the summary notes from our recent session:
Spending Review Unpacked
Following the Chancellor’s multi-year Spending Review announcement on June 11, this session explored what we know so far—and what’s still uncertain—for schools and Trusts planning their budgets. Read on for key takeaways and practical actions.
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