From Treasury to CFO: A Journey of Career Growth with Brian Feldott
In this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast, host Mike Richards interviews Brian Feldott, the CFO, VP of Investor Relations and Treasurer at Rise Oil and Gas, about his journey in the treasury profession and the interface between treasury and CFOship.
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About this episode
Rise Oil and Gas are an independent oil and natural gas company focused on securing high-quality assets. Brian has a wealth of experience in treasury and finance, and his expertise lies in developing treasury functions, streamlining processes, and managing complex international operations.
The episode explores Brian’s career journey, starting from his early days in public accounting to his various roles in treasury and finance. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working in treasury, the importance of understanding the business, and the role of treasury in maintaining liquidity and cash flow.
Brian also shares his insights on the transition from treasury to CFOship and the value of having a broad understanding of different functions within an organization.
What to expect:·
- Insights into the interface between treasury and CFOship
- Brian’s experience in developing treasury functions and streamlining processes
- Discussion on the challenges and rewards of working in treasury
- Advice on the importance of understanding the business and building relationships with internal stakeholders
- Insights into Brian’s transition from treasury to CFOship and the value of a broad skill set
You can connect with Brian Feldott on LinkedIn.
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