Steven Wenxun Gu FCPA/CPA

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Global CFO at Journe Brands

Rosanna, Victoria, Australia

Overview

Steven is a Global CFO and qualified FCPA/CPA with over 18 years of international finance experience. The Monash University alumnus specializes in business turnarounds, M&A, and managing global operations. He has advanced proficiency in ERP systems like NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP.

Outside of corporate finance, Steven holds a Real Estate Representative Licence, reflecting a strong interest in asset management and investment properties. This unique qualification complements his professional expertise in financial strategy and asset oversight.

Unique fact: He was recognized as the Best Employee of the Year in 2015-16.

Personality Overview

Curious

Assertive

Value Driven

They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.  They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.

Topics They Care About

Global Finance
Has over 18 years of experience managing financial operations in Australia, the USA, China, NZ, the UK, and other international markets.
Business Turnarounds
His career includes significant experience in navigating both business turnaround scenarios and periods of rapid corporate growth.
Mergers & Acquisitions
He has hands-on experience leading due diligence processes for company mergers and acquisitions and subsequently corporatizing the business.

Media Appearances

Steven has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2024
Global CFO at Journe Brands
1-2024 - 6-2024
Chief Financial Officer at Swann Communications
9-2021 - 1-2024
Global CFO at FBA International Pty Ltd
9-2021 - 1-2024
Global CFO at Journe Brands
10-2018 - 8-2021
Chief Financial Officer at Telegram Co.

Education

2007 - 2008
Master of Business Law from Monash University
2006 - 2008
Master of Practising Accounting from Monash University

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Insights For Selling To Steven Wenxun

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Persuade objectively how your product will help them achieve their goals
  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.
  • Build rapport, it will come handy to handle hard questions later

DONT's

  • Avoid making offhand commitments
  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Steven Wenxun is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Steven Wenxun

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Steven Wenxun move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Steven Wenxun take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Steven Wenxun

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