Innovation lessons from HP’s CFO

When you hear "most innovative person in the room," your CFO probably isn’t the first to pop into your head.

But maybe it should be.

We just had the incredible privilege of chatting with Marie Myers, CFO of Hewlett Packard, on the LeadrPulse Podcast. And let me tell you—she completely flipped the script on how we think about the CFO role.

Her hot take??

"You can’t be the CFO of a global company without being innovative." ???

Think about that for a second. Innovation isn’t just for product teams or flashy startups; it’s a must-have skill for leaders driving global strategy, steering company culture, and making decisions that ripple across industries…even if you are the CFO.?

If you’re wondering how innovation and fiduciary responsibility could possibly be related, we share a few thoughts. And they can apply to any role.

1. Each member of a team is a CXO.

Innovation isn’t confined to a title; it’s a mindset. Whether you're leading a team, managing projects, or contributing to culture, you’re the “Chief” of something. Marie Myers embodies this idea, bringing creativity and forward-thinking to the CFO role. What would it look like for every member of your team to own their lane with the same innovative spirit??

2. Constraints force creativity.

Thanks to Leadr’s phenomenal CFO, Brett Billman for this hot take. Brett likes to remind us that tight budgets and limited resources can actually drive the most innovative solutions. It’s a paradox that often rings true—having everything at your disposal can lead to complacency, but constraints push you to think outside the box.

3. Embrace the balancing act.

Not every role is designed to be flashy or groundbreaking, and that’s okay. Innovation doesn’t mean sacrificing stability. The best leaders find the balance between big ideas and disciplined execution, ensuring their teams thrive without unnecessary risk.

Don’t miss this episode for more tips from Marie—it’ll change how you see innovation, leadership, and maybe even your CFO. ??

?? Listen now on the LeadrPulse Podcast.

Lead on,

Matt Tresidder

CEO

Leadr

Marie Myers , 惠普企业服务

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