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With the first half of the year now behind us, it’s the perfect time to assess performance and plan for a strong finish to 2025. For the leaders we partner with, this means looking beyond the surface-level numbers to find the strategic narrative for the months ahead.

This month, we're helping you do just that. And to start, we have some exciting news to share.

We've Been Named a Top 5 UK Fractional CFO Firm!

We are exceptionally proud to announce that WrightCFO has been honoured as one of the top five outsourced fractional CFO firms in the United Kingdom by the industry platform DigitalReference.co.

To be recognised among such a respected group of our peers is a testament to the dedication of our team and the fantastic partnerships we have built with our clients. Thank you for being part of our journey.

Read the full announcement here 👉 Best Fractional & Part-time CFO Services in the United Kingdom​

This Month's Lead Insight: Are You Chasing Growth at the Expense of Profit?

In the world of SMEs, the drumbeat for growth is relentless. But what if the pursuit of ‘more’ inadvertently leads to ‘less’ profit and sustainability? This is one of the most critical strategic traps a business can fall into. Our latest guide explores:

• Why rising turnover doesn't always equal success.
• The hidden costs of relentless expansion.
• A CFO's framework for shifting focus to profitable, manageable growth.

Read the guide to profitable scaling here 👇Read more.​

More Strategic Briefings from the Blog

A selection of our latest analysis for leaders in tech, media, creative, and not-for-profit sectors.

• AI in Finance – From Buzz to Toolkit: Fresh off the back of Accountex 2025, we break down how AI is moving from a future concept to a practical tool you can use today. Get the AI insights.

• The Power of an External CFO: Have you ever stopped to consider if your financial insight is truly impartial? We explore why an external perspective is a strategic advantage. Discover the benefits.

• For MedTech Innovators: A look at the key financial milestones every MedTech firm must prepare for on the journey from breakthrough to commercial success. Explore the MedTech milestones.

• For PE/VC-Backed Businesses: How securing investment fundamentally changes the role and demands on your CFO. Understand the changing CFO role.

Events & Resources

🗓️ Event: The CFO Forum by Founders Forum is taking place in September. It's a key event for finance leaders. Register your interest here.

📖 What We're Reading: Profit First For Creatives by Christian Brim. An essential read for any entrepreneur in a creative industry struggling with consistent cash flow. Available on Amazon.

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If you're ready to build a more strategic financial function for your business, you can book a discovery call with me directly. Book a call today with Founder, Sophie Wright, here.​

Best regards,

The WrightCFO Team

​WrightCFO is a leading provider of Fractional CFO services, offering tailored solutions to help organisations achieve their financial objectives.