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From Philosophy to Finance: Funmi Oriji’s Global Career Journey
In this episode of Member Spotlight on FinPod, Funmi Oriji shares her inspiring path from aspiring doctor to McKinsey consultant and Amazon finance leader. With warmth, resilience, and deep insight, Funmi reflects on the pivots that shaped her career from counting cash in her grandmother’s textile shop to earning an MBA and thriving in corporate finance roles across continents.
You’ll hear how she broke into KPMG without a finance degree, navigated international opportunities, and built a strategy-informed approach to FP&A and business partnering. Whether you're transitioning careers, aiming for a global role, or curious about the real skills behind financial leadership, this conversation offers practical guidance and inspiration.
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