Chat with Matt, Dick Albu

In this “Chat with Matt” session, Dick Albu drew on more than five decades of corporate and consulting experience to share a practical, real-world approach to strategy management—particularly for private and family-owned businesses. He outlined a four-phase framework—discovery, planning, implementation, and measurement—emphasizing that strategy is not a one-time exercise but an ongoing, collaborative process that must evolve with the business. The conversation highlighted the expanding role of CFOs as strategic partners, the challenges of breaking down organizational silos, and the importance of clear, consistent communication across all levels of an organization. Dick also shared how actively involving employees in the planning process drives alignment and accountability, supported by tools like KeenLink to track execution and progress. He closed by introducing his new book, a collection of 130 articles that distill his most valuable insights on building and sustaining effective strategy management.