torq.partners finance podcast
The podcast for anyone who wants to rethink finance
Together with guests from the world of finance, we regularly discuss real-world challenges, smart tools, and best practices from our day-to-day consulting work.

The latest episode
Build or Buy: When Is It Worth It to Have an In-House AI Team?
Why would a debt collection service provider choose to start its own AI company instead of purchasing off-the-shelf tools?
25.8.2026

Meet the host
Alina Nauen
MANAGING PARTNER
Alina Nauen is a managing partner and the host of the torq.partners Finance Podcast. Drawing on her experience in various finance leadership roles, she knows what matters most to CFOs, founders, and finance teams—and asks the questions that really matter.
All Episodes

Real-Time Finance: How Startups Manage Their Finances Today, with Paul Becker of re:cap
Here's how data-driven financial management works in startups and scaleups.
19.5.2026

How Startups Prevent Fraud with Christopher Pachinger
Fraud Prevention in Startups, the Four-Eyes Principle, Payment Approvals, and an Analysis of a Real Fraud Case.
5.5.2026

Finance Careers, Networking, and Visibility with Aylin Schaer
Careers in finance, self-employment, networking, and visibility in the Female Finance Circle.
21.4.2026

How HR and Finance Work Together Efficiently with Johanna Meinen
HR-Finance Alignment, Headcount Planning, Compensation Structures, and HR Tech as Compliance Leverage.
7.4.2026

Insolvency in Practice: Early Warning Signs for Founders and Finance Teams with Jana Tonn
Early warning signs of insolvency, cash management under pressure, and operational stabilization during the crisis.
24.3.2026

Startup M&A: Valuation, Buyers, and Deal Readiness with Bas Scheele
M&A Valuation Logic, Strategic vs. Financial Buyers, and Deal Readiness for Startups.
10.3.2026
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Managing Partner
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