The Financial Operator
I’ve spent over a decade in finance and operations, including seven years as an Operational CFO helping businesses through everything from growth to Chapter 11 bankruptcy. I’ve owned, scaled, and sold my own company, so I understand firsthand the pressure, risk, and grit it takes to be a business owner. Now, as CEO of MKB, I help entrepreneurs get clear on their numbers so they can scale with confidence and stop feeling stuck in the chaos. On this podcast, I sit down with real business owners to talk about the financial challenges they’ve faced, and the strategies that got them through. From cash flow stress to hiring decisions and growth setbacks, nothing’s off the table. The Financial Operator is here to make finance feel doable, empowering, and dare I say—exciting.
Episodes
The Financial Operator Podcast: Cash In, Chaos Out | Ep. 64 | Selling Businesses With Purpose & Profit
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/2_N758pI-DM
Empowering Women in M&A: Rachel Boynton's Inspiring Journey 💼✨
🎙️ Welcome to the Financial Operator Podcast: Cash In, Chaos Out! Join host Jen Fizer as she talks with Rachel Boynton, a former human services worker turned business broker, about her journey from starting...
The Financial Operator Podcast: Cash In, Chaos Out | Ep. 63 | Unlocking Potential With Virtual Staffing Solutions
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/D5E8-nEBYio
🚀 Join us as we kick off our newly branded podcast, 'The Financial Operator: Cash In, Chaos Out', with our inaugural guest, Scott Rammage from Hire VP! In this episode, Scott dives into his entrepreneurial journey, sharing insights on overcoming work-life ba...
Inside the Deal: Journeys in Business Acquisition | The MKB Podcast | Episode 62
Link to video podcast episode:
🎙️ In this insightful episode, host Jen Fizer and her guests, Micah and Drew Clukey, dive deep into the nuances of buying and selling businesses. 💼 The discussion highlights the importance of leveraging personal networks and the unique value brokers can bring in specific situations. It also covers crucial consideration...
Behind the Buy: Business Acquisition Insights | The MKB Podcast Episode 61
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/YFDm_fKlNhQ
👉Join host Jen Fizer for her debut episode on the MKB podcast! Jen, now also the new CEO of MKB, welcomes Micah and Drew Clukey of Clukey and Tebault to discuss the intricacies of business acquisitions. 🎙️ The conversation covers essential steps in the due diligence process, the importance of hav...
Profit Pitfalls: Overcoming Financial Missteps | The MKB Podcast Episode 60, Season 7
Welcome back to another episode of The MKB podcast! In this episode, host and current CEO of MKB, Mills Bender, is joined again by entrepreneur Trevor Cowley. Together, they dive into the critical aspects of business finance, accounting, and bookkeeping. Trevor shares his extensive experience across various industries, emphasizing the importance o...
Mindset Mastery: Turning Adversity Into Achievement | The MKB Podcast Episode 59, Season 7
link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/dyEPYcUijkg
Welcome to Season 7 of The MKB Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and current CEO of MKB, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively.
Join host and current CEO Mills Bender in this episode as she chats with entrepreneu...
Transition Talk: A New Era for MKB | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 58, Season 7
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/J1-d4vWCbd0
Join us in this special episode of The Mills Knows Bills podcast, where Mills Bender, the current CEO of MKB, records her final show before passing the torch to the new CEO, Jen Fizer!
In part two of an interview with Sean Casper, Mills takes the hot seat, revealing insights into the r...
Alternative Investments Made Accessible | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 57
Welcome to Season 7 of The Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and current CEO of MKB, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively.
Join Mills in this episode as she sits down with Sean Casper, a seasoned real estate professional and partner at Coastal Investment Company,...
The CFO Advantage: Key Benefits Explored | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 56, Season 7
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/M3UoU0XFumY
Welcome to Season 7 of The Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and current CEO of MKB, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively.
In this episode, Mills continues her insightful discussion with Paul...
Understanding Credit: Tips to Empower Businesses | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 55, Season 7
Link to video episode: https://youtu.be/EXOIT3XJg10
Welcome to Season 7 of The Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and current CEO of MKB, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively.
In this season premier episode, Mills welcomes business credit expert...
Level Up Your Business Game | The Best of Season 6 | The MKB Podcast Episode 54
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/n3hOLN0oVCs
Welcome to Mills Knows Bills and the MKB Podcast! Get ready for another value-packed episode of MKB with your host, Mills Bender, and relive the best moments of season 6! Dive into business transitions, exits, and scaling with purpose. From mastering your first hire to strategic real estate inv...
The ROI of Sharing Knowledge | The Best of Season 5 | The MKB Podcast Episode 53
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/Wzl8rvceuxU
Welcome to Mills Knows Bills and the MKB Podcast! Join us for a wild ride through some of the best moments of Season 5! 🎉 Join Michelle, our new AI narrator, as she tackles everything from crushing high-stakes cash flow issues to overcoming social media insecurities and even breaking down ...
Unlock Potential: From Financial Challenges to Business Growth | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 52
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/nTxzF6P_tYc
Welcome to Season 6 of The MKB Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!
Join Mills for pa...
Wrapping Up Success: Passion & Profit in Automotive | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 51, Season 6
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/9yLozliZQDc
Welcome to Season 6 of The MKB Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!
In this episode, M...
Baby Business: Growing a Company & a Family | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 50, Season 6
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/oDc-kDVEYHM
Welcome to Season 6 of The MKB Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!
In this episode, Mills con...
Constructing Success: From Hobby to Thriving Business | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 49, Season 6
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/092kpLwu7Xk
Welcome to Season 6 of The MKB Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!
In this insightf...
A Fractional CFO's Journey | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 48, Season 6
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/rmaNWgo8As0
Welcome to Season 6 of The MKB Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!
In the previous episode, Mills welcomed bus...
Building to Sell: Business Brokerage & Alternative Investments | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast EP 47, Season 6
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/iPFpeWQX9Sk
Welcome to Season 6 of The MKB Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!
In this insi...
Scaling Smarter: Balancing Business & Family | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 46, Season 6
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/-PLC3Fe5fbk
Welcome to the Season 6 Premier of The MKB Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!
In this episo...
Overcome Hiring Hurdles: Recruitment & Staffing Solutions | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 45, Season 6
Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/Xv-P3NQmAhc
Welcome to the Season 6 Premier of The MKB Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!
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