Ask-The-Treasurer, Chicago IL, Thu 8th Oct 2026

Featuring

Sherri Nicole Speaks

VP, Treasury at JBT Marel Corporation

Sherri currently serves as Vice President, Treasury at JBT Marel Corporation (JBTM).  JBTM is a leading global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food and beverage industry with corporate offices in Chicago. In her role, she oversees the company’s capital structure, bank relations, cash and debt management, foreign exchange and insurance risk management programs, credit management, and trade finance activities.  Additionally, Sherri works with the Corporate Development team on acquisition funding, due diligence, and integration.

Prior to joining JBTM in 2014, Sherri worked at Illinois Tool Works in Glenview, IL in a number of Treasury roles.

Prior to ITW, Sherri worked for several years in the sub-prime mortgage industry.

Sherri holds a Bachelor’s in Economics from the University of Illinois, a Master’s in Accounting and an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management.

Sherri has been actively involved with the Association of Financial Professional (AFP) for over 15 years, working on the Certified Treasury Professional exam committee and the Conference Planning Task Force.  In 2024, Sherri was elected to the Board of Directors for AFP.

Sherri is a lifelong Chicago resident.

Mike Richards

CEO, The Treasury Recruitment Company

Mike Richards is the CEO & Founder of The Treasury Recruitment Company.
Established in 2002, The Treasury Recruitment Company are the only truly Global Treasury Recruitment firm in the world.

Mike regularly speaks at Treasury Recruitment conferences such as the EuroFinance International Treasurers Conference, the Windy City Summit in Chicago and the AFP USA Treasurers Conferences.

In addition Mike also hosts the very popular weekly podcast Treasury Career Corner where he interviews treasury professionals about their careers.

If you are between 6 months and 10 years into your treasury career, then this session is for you.

Watch the short video above to see how the Ask-The-Treasurer format worked in London.

Three treasury leaders.
Three small groups.
Real questions.
Practical answers.
No slides. No presentations.

Introducing our ‘Ask-The-Treasurer’ session, designed for earlier-stage corporate treasury professionals who want direct, practical career advice from people who have been there, done it, and can share what they have learned along the way.

For our Chicago session, you will have the chance to spend time in small-group discussions with:

📅 When: Thursday 8th October 2026

⏰ Timings: From 5.00pm to 6.00pm, ahead of our Treasury Career Corner LIVE in Chicago panel session and networking drinks.

📍 Where: 36th Floor Conference Center, 333 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606 (Conveniently located in the West Loop in the central business district)

👥 Format: Small-group discussions targeted towards earlier-stage treasury professionals.

You’ll spend 15 to 20 minutes in each group.
You can ask real career questions.
You’ll get practical advice.
No slides. No presentations. Just honest answers.

You’ll get:

  • Face-to-face time with experienced treasury leaders
  • The chance to ask the career questions that matter to you
  • Practical advice on how to navigate the early stages of your treasury career
  • Real insight into what to do next in your career progression
  • Guidance on what mistakes to avoid
  • Advice on what has helped others build successful treasury careers

Invest in yourself. Get in the room.

📅 Register for the ‘Ask-The-Treasurer’ session below.

NOTE: By registering for the ‘Ask-The-Treasurer’ session, you will also be automatically signed up to attend our Treasury Career Corner LIVE event happening straight after from 6:30pm to 7:30pm, followed by networking drinks with other treasury professionals.

More details of the main Treasury Career Corner LIVE event here: https://treasuryrecruitment.com/event/tcc-live-chicago-oct-2026/

🌟 ATTENTION 🌟 With limited space available, this event is targeted towards early-stage corporate treasury practitioners.

Date

08/10/2026

Location

333 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606

About this event

📅 Mark Your Calendars: Thursday 8th October 2026

⏰ Timings: From 5.00 – 6.00pm (Ahead of our Treasury Career Corner LIVE in Chicago panel session & networking drinks)

📍 Where: 36th Floor Conference Center,  333 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606 (Conveniently located on the west loop in the central business district)

👥 Format: 3 peer discussion groups aimed at earlier-stage treasury professionals.

Register your interest in attending this event

This event is being run by The Treasury Recruitment Company in association with our official sponsors which enables the event to be delivered to attendees free of charge. The Treasury Recruitment Company will contact you to confirm your attendance at the event itself and your information will be shared with the venue for the event, you cannot opt-out of this contact as both parties need to confirm your registration.

By registering for this event, you are also agreeing to us to sharing your information with the sponsors of the event. If you wish to opt out of any communication with sponsors, then please inform us.