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Sonia Dorais

Articles by Sonia Dorais

Sonia Dorais has over 15 years of experience in B2B technology, fintech, and finance-related industries, with a strong focus on accounts receivable, cash flow, and financial operations. She is currently Chief Executive Officer at Chaser, where she has been leading the business since January 2021, following roles as Interim CEO and Chief Marketing Officer. Her experience combines: Hands-on exposure to finance workflows and credit control through building AR solutions Leading product, growth, and go-to-market strategy in fintech Working closely with finance teams, accountants, and business owners globally Scaling B2B SaaS businesses across marketing, product, and operations Achievements Named Outstanding Leader in Collections (Credit Strategy Leadership Awards, 2023) and Winner of Innovator of the Year (Women in Credit Awards, 2023) Recognized as one of the Top 50 Women in Accounting (2023) and winner of Director of the Year (Europe Fintech Awards, 2022) Included in Top 25 Women Leaders in Financial Technology in Europe (2022) Led Chaser's continued product expansion into cash flow management, payments, and credit control services and a regular speaker at industry and academic events, including the Figaro Digital Marketing Summit, Amplify EMEA, and guest lectures at McGill University Certifications & Training CICM Credit Bootcamp and credit risk best practices AAT training in budgeting and cash flow management SAP certifications in demand generation, social media, and channel marketing Leadership training including Situational Leadership (Ken Blanchard) and FranklinCovey programmes She is currently Chief Executive Officer at Chaser, where she has been leading the business since January 2021, following roles as Interim CEO and Chief Marketing Officer. Her experience combines: Hands-on exposure to finance workflows and credit control through building AR solutions Leading product, growth, and go-to-market strategy in fintech Working closely with finance teams, accountants, and business owners globally Scaling B2B SaaS businesses across marketing, product, and operations Achievements Named Outstanding Leader in Collections (Credit Strategy Leadership Awards, 2023) and Winner of Innovator of the Year (Women in Credit Awards, 2023) Recognized as one of the Top 50 Women in Accounting (2023) and winner of Director of the Year (Europe Fintech Awards, 2022) Included in Top 25 Women Leaders in Financial Technology in Europe (2022) Led Chaser's continued product expansion into cash flow management, payments, and credit control services and a regular speaker at industry and academic events, including the Figaro Digital Marketing Summit, Amplify EMEA, and guest lectures at McGill University Certifications & Training CICM Credit Bootcamp and credit risk best practices AAT training in budgeting and cash flow management SAP certifications in demand generation, social media, and channel marketing Leadership training including Situational Leadership (Ken Blanchard) and FranklinCovey programmes

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    Credit control & accounts receivables

    How RPA impacts accounts receivables

    Robotic process automation (RPA) is a type of technology that allows employees to automate mundane and time-consuming...

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    Events

    Chaser wins B2B Supplier of the Year at the CICM British Credit Awards

    I am extremely proud to announce Chaser has won B2B Supplier of the Year at the CICM British Credit Awards 2022. This...

    Celebrating and presenting the women who work at Chaser on IWD 2022

    Celebrating and presenting the women who work at Chaser on IWD 2022

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    Credit control & accounts receivables

    Accounts receivable: meaning and definitions for new business owners

    Monitoring your business assets is a vital but often daunting task for any business owner. And one asset that requires...

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    News

    Chaser and Funding Circle partner to offer SMEs quick access to funds

    I am delighted to announce the launch of Chaser’s partnership with Funding Circle, the UK’s largest loan platform for...

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    Credit control & accounts receivables

    Tired of chasing for payment? Here's a checklist to get paid on time

    Most small business owners will agree that chasing for payment is among the most frustrating aspects of...

    Chaser has been shortlisted as a finalist for two awards at the CICM British Credit Awards 2022: B2B Supplier of the Year and Innovation & Technology Award CICM awards logo with pink background
    News

    Chaser makes finalist in two categories at CICM British Credit Awards

    We are proud to announce that Chaser has been shortlisted as a finalist for two awards at the Chartered Institute of...

    Global Business Excellence Awards 2022 winner
    News

    Chief Revenue Officer - Global Business Excellence Awards 2022 Winner

    I am proud to announce that our Chief Revenue Officer, Mark Robertson, has won Executive of the Year at the Global...

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    News

    Chaser has helped users chase $10 billion in late payments

    Since 2014, Chaser has helped thousands of small businesses overcome the issue of persistent late payments by helping...

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    Culture

    Good-bye 2021... Here's to 2022!

    Dear Chaser Family As we close out the end of the year, I wanted to take a moment and reflect on what has been...

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    Credit control & accounts receivables

    What is a B2B credit management system? | Chaser

    If your clients are falling behind on their payments, you'll find yourself in the awkward balancing act of pleading...

    Tips to persuade people to pay their bills
    Credit control & accounts receivables

    Tips to persuade people to pay their bills

    Should I use a carrot or a stick?Anyone who’s ever been involved in debt collection knows the complexities and...

    Pedro Sampaio from Chaser wins 2021 Credit and Collections Technology Award
    News

    CTO - Winner at the 2021 Credit & Collections Awards

    I am extremely proud and honoured to announce that Chaser’s CTO, Pedro Sampaio, has been recognized as Technology...

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