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She's a 4-time CFO who took 3 companies public — here's how she did it 4/21/26
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- Apr 21, 2026
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Summary
The CNBC Changemakers and Power Players podcast features conversations with leaders shaping the future of business, policy, and culture. In this episode, CNBC’s Julia Boorstin sits down with Amy Butte, a four-time CFO and Wall Street veteran who has taken three companies public. Butte talks about building her career in high-pressure moments — from IPOs to major market swings — and why discipline, preparation, and storytelling are central to how she leads. She shares lessons from her time on Wall Street, how AI is changing the game, and how her background as a college athlete still shapes her mindset today. She also gets into mentorship, building strong teams, and leading with authenticity. Plus one simple rule she lives by: “Words are free… say thank you.” Follow and listen to the “CNBC Changemakers and Power Players” podcast on Apple and Spotify.