AI & Finance Training
Hands-on training led by Devon Coombs (CPA, MBA, ex-Google Cloud). Whether you need 1-on-1 coaching, a team workshop, or a company-wide program, every engagement is built around your real workflows and goals.
Your Trainer
Built by a Practitioner, Not a Theorist
Devon Coombs
CPA, MBA • Ex-Google Cloud
Devon negotiated $100B+ in deals as a Technical Accounting SME at Google Cloud with deep expertise in AI monetization strategy for emerging companies. He's taught 30+ university courses at SJSU, trained Fortune 500 teams on AI adoption, and published in the Financial Executives Journal on how enterprise finance is actually changing.
Training Formats
Flexible Engagements, Your Way
Every engagement is custom. Pricing is based on scope, audience size, and duration. Reach out and I'll put together a proposal that fits.
1-on-1 Coaching
For individual leaders
Personalized sessions designed for CFOs, controllers, and senior leaders who want to build AI fluency fast. We work through your specific workflows, tools, and strategic questions.
- Custom curriculum based on your role and goals
- Hands-on tool walkthroughs (Claude, GPT-4, Copilot)
- AI strategy for your department or function
- Flexible scheduling — virtual or in-person
Group Training
For teams of 5–30
Interactive workshops for cross-functional teams — finance, accounting, FP&A, and operations. Your team learns together with exercises built around your real workflows.
- Live sessions tailored to your team's tech stack
- Real-world case studies and hands-on demos
- Q&A and use case evaluation
- Session recordings and follow-up materials
Company-Wide Programs
For organizations scaling AI
Multi-session programs designed to roll AI adoption across departments. Includes executive briefings, hands-on workshops, and a roadmap your leadership can present to the board.
- Executive kickoff + department-level sessions
- Custom playbook for your organization
- Measurable ROI tracking and reporting
- Scaled to audiences of 10 to 1,000+
Bring Devon to Your Event
Keynotes, executive briefings, and custom workshops tailored to your organization's specific challenges. Topics range from AI strategy and finance transformation to leadership in the age of automation. Virtual or in-person.
- Keynotes, panels, and executive briefings
- Custom content for your team, event, or conference
- Topics: AI strategy, finance transformation, leadership
- Audiences from 10 to 1,000+
- Virtual or in-person delivery
- Professional-grade slides & follow-up materials
Custom Pricing
Every engagement is tailored. Let's talk about what your team needs and I'll put together a proposal.
Track Record
30+ university courses • 8 years teaching
Enterprise programs scaled to 2,000+ stakeholders
AI COE programs for Fortune 500 teams
Published in Financial Executives Journal
What I Cover
Training Topics
AI Strategy for Finance
Build an AI roadmap that CFOs and boards actually trust.
Risk & Governance
AI controls, SOX implications, and audit-ready frameworks.
Revenue & Deal Structuring
ASC 606, AI deal economics, and complex transaction support.
Workflow Automation
Identify, map, and automate high-impact finance workflows.
Team Enablement
Upskill your team from AI-curious to AI-fluent in weeks, not years.
Technical Accounting & AI
Navigate the accounting risks and opportunities of the AI economy.
See Me in Action
Published & Featured
Watch: Devon teaching AI & finance live
I Asked 150 Finance Students What They Want From AI. They Rejected All of It.
A look at what the next generation of finance leaders actually thinks about AI adoption, and why their skepticism should shape your strategy.
Also Published & Featured In
Who This Is For
Whether you're leading a team or building your own skills, every engagement is designed to meet you where you are and help you move faster.
Finance & Accounting
CFOs, controllers, analysts, and CPAs modernizing how work gets done
Operations & Strategy
Leaders and ICs driving process improvement and AI adoption
Founders & Consultants
Building AI into your practice, product, or client work
Career Builders
Professionals at any level who want to stay ahead of the curve
Free Guide: AI Skill Packs for Financial Practitioners
A hands-on practitioner's guide to Claude Cowork Skill Packs for finance — covering real workflows, tool setup, and how to start using AI in your day-to-day work today.
Read the Free GuideLet's Talk
Whether you need 1-on-1 coaching, a team workshop, a company-wide program, or a keynote, drop me a note and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.