The Treasury Career Corner Podcast

In this episode Julien Muet, Head of Corporate Finance & Treasury at TÜV Rheinland Group, explains how he built a global treasury from scratch, strengthened liquidity during COVID-19, and modernised operations through automation and AI.

In this update episode, Edwin Koopmans, VP Corporate Treasury at Lufthansa Group, shares lessons from scaling treasury at Zalando and leading complex global operations at Lufthansa. He talks candidly about managing FX and fuel price risk, leading highly specialised teams, and how AI is changing what treasury headcount really means.

Recorded live in Amsterdam, treasury leaders from SABIC and Bunge share how they moved from banking into corporate treasury and earned a seat at the table by partnering with the business. A practical conversation on influence, leadership, and elevating treasury’s strategic impact.

Breitling’s Global Head of Treasury, Olivier Smekens, shares how the business is automating FX hedging, adopting AI, and modernising treasury to support rapid global growth. A practical look at digital transformation inside a high profile luxury brand.

In this special episode, Mike Richards breaks down everything treasury professionals need to stay competitive. From fixing the most common CV mistakes to boosting your LinkedIn visibility, understanding the real impact of AI, and navigating a tougher job market, Mike shares practical, real-world advice drawn from thousands of industry conversations. If you want to make smarter career moves and stay ahead of the curve, this is your essential guide for the year ahead.

Peter Schadelbauer shares how he built an in house bank from scratch, transformed treasury at NielsenIQ, and won an Adam Smith Award along the way. A focused conversation packed with practical lessons for anyone modernising treasury operations or leading change.

What does next-generation treasury talent really look like? In this special live episode from EuroFinance in Budapest, host Mike Richards sits down with Winny Li, Group Treasurer at PPD and Ellen Cornelissen, Treasury Director, Europe & Asia at Filtration Group. Together, they explore how today’s treasurers are rethinking talent, technology, and teamwork - from building diverse, multi-generational teams to integrating AI responsibly and embedding succession planning from day one.

What does it take to lead global treasury teams, win awards, and navigate change across time zones? Live from Dublin, Kiera Agnew, Julia Donegan, and Keith Lynch share their career journeys, leadership lessons, and the strategies behind building treasury excellence at some of the world’s biggest brands.

Are you earning what you’re worth in treasury? In this data-packed episode, Mike Richards, shares the latest global salary trends from 1,600+ professionals. From regional pay insights to what truly drives job satisfaction, this episode is essential listening for anyone in treasury today.

“It wasn’t part of the plan,” says Jens Billberg, reflecting on his return to Trelleborg as Group Treasurer after years away. In this episode, Jens shares the unexpected twists of his treasury career - from starting in the back office to leading global treasury operations. He dives into the strategic shifts at Trelleborg, the challenges of building a treasury hub from scratch, and why embracing technology is key to modern treasury leadership.

“Being visible isn’t about showing off - it’s about showing up. In treasury, your personal brand can open doors long before you even knock.” In this episode, Mike Richards and Joe Grabowski explore why a strong LinkedIn presence is no longer optional for treasury professionals. Whether you're job hunting or not, being seen and heard online is your new career currency.

In this episode Erik Hultman, Group Treasurer at Elcowire shares how his background in banking shaped his approach to building treasury functions, managing risk, and driving strategic value in a manufacturing environment. In this episode, he opens up about transitioning from financial institutions to industry, implementing scenario planning, and becoming a true business partner across departments.

What do Porsche and Tesco have in common? Visionary treasury leadership tackling global challenges! In this special episode of the Treasury Career Corner Podcast, recorded at our Treasury Career Corner LIVE event in London, Mike Richards chats with two exceptional treasury leaders about their treasury careers.

How does a career rooted in accounting transform into one that pioneers innovation in treasury? Today, we’re diving into the fascinating journey of Declan Doorly, Head of Group Treasury at DCC PLC, as he shares his insights on leadership, innovation, and building a global career.

In this episode of the Treasury Career Corner Podcast, Garry Murphy, Group VP and Treasury Director at Sodexo, shares his journey from banking to leading global treasury teams. Learn how he fosters trust, leverages technology, and navigates challenges to drive strategic value in treasury.

What a year it’s been for treasury! In this special year-end episode, we take a deep dive into the state of the global treasury job market in 2024 and what lies ahead for 2025.

In a live episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast, three seasoned Treasurers from major companies discuss essential career insights, emphasizing mentorship, continuous education, the impact of technology, and the importance of networking to advance in the treasury profession.

Kirsty Craig, Regional Treasurer at General Mills, shares her unexpected journey into the treasury field, discussing the challenges of managing diverse financial operations across EMEA and APAC, the importance of adaptability and networking in treasury, and the impact of emerging technologies like AI on the future of the profession.

This LIVE podcast episode emphasizes the critical importance of effective networking at conferences, offering practical strategies for making meaningful connections, staying authentic, and maximizing return on investment through thoughtful follow-up and strategic use of platforms like LinkedIn.

Dirk Arhelger, Head of Group Treasury and Investor Relations at INEOS Quattro, discusses his finance career trajectory from apprentice to executive, emphasizing effective risk management, strategic integration of treasury, and the judicious use of technology in corporate finance.

Bruno Lawaree, Group Treasurer at Ferrero International, shares rich insights into his journey and strategies in treasury management across diverse industries, emphasizing process optimization, risk mitigation, and the evolving role of treasury in the digital era on the Treasury Career Corner podcast.

Hans Ljøen shares insights from his diverse career in finance, from leading a startup bank to managing treasury and investor relations at Lerøy Seafood, emphasizing the crucial roles of risk management, technology in improving treasury operations, and the skills needed for aspiring treasury professionals.

Jörg Pässler, Group Treasurer at Sappi Limited, delves into his journey from banking to leading treasury operations, emphasizing the significance of cash management centralization, automation, and building strong banking relationships to enhance the strategic role of treasury in a global business.

Nils Ostendorf, Director of Global Treasury at IFCO Management GmbH, shares his journey from banking to corporate treasury, detailing the complexities of managing finance and cash flow in the reusable packaging industry.

The podcast panel, featuring seasoned treasury professionals Dimitris Siokis, Elisa Mylona, and Christos Baltoumas, delves into building successful treasury careers through continuous learning, embracing technology, and cultivating significant industry relationships.

Dave Garo, Group Treasurer at ORIOR Gruppe, shares insights on his journey from a junior controller to a top treasury professional, discussing key challenges like the financial crisis, the shift towards digital treasury operations, and the future role of AI in the field.

Sean O'Connor reflects on his dynamic journey through the treasury field, discussing his experiences from financial services to his current role as Director of Treasury at MongoDB, emphasizing the importance of diverse experiences, relationship management, and adaptability in shaping the future of treasury.

Katie discusses the critical shortage of skilled Treasury Analysts and Managers in Europe, emphasizing the rising demand for technical and strategic skills in the area, challenges in building diverse teams, the impact of hybrid working environments, and the key factors contributing to employee satisfaction in the treasury sector.

This podcast episode features treasury market leaders from the UK, Europe, and the US discussing the 2024 outlook, highlighting regional trends, challenges in talent recruitment, the impact of qualifications, and the influence of hybrid work environments on employee satisfaction and retention in the treasury field.

Mike and Craig delve into the evolving treasury landscape, emphasizing the importance of a compelling proposition to attract talent, the integration of AI and data tools, and the significant benefits of in-person networking events for professional advancement in treasury careers.

Garima Thakur, Global Treasurer and Risk Leader at Creative Artists Agency (CAA), shares how she built a treasury career across multiple industries. She discusses liquidity planning, evolving treasury functions, the impact of technology and AI, and what it takes to develop strong treasury teams.

Deepali Chawla, Chief Treasury Officer at Moody’s Corporation, discusses how to lead a global treasury function in today’s volatile financial environment. She shares insights on managing risk and liquidity, using technology and forward planning to strengthen treasury strategy, and building resilient teams while developing a successful international treasury career.

In this episode, returning guest Stephen Kaufhold, Vice President & Treasurer at Incyte, explains how treasury earns credibility with boards and rating agencies through capital allocation, leverage management and leadership during major transactions.

Building a centralised treasury function inside a decentralised organisation is never about perfect policies or org charts. In this episode, Ritu Narula, SVP Finance and Treasurer at Hilco Global shares what actually works, from earning trust across regions to balancing speed, control, and growth as treasury scales globally.

In this episode, David Mazzola, Head of Treasury at Norstella, shares how a systems-first mindset helped him replace spreadsheet sprawl with scalable global treasury operations. Drawing on experience at QBE and Spotify, David breaks down what really goes wrong with treasury tech adoption, what changes when a TMS is implemented properly, and how automation can give treasury teams their time back.

In this episode, Mike Richards speaks with Scott Paredes about breaking out of the traditional treasury box and creating real business impact. They discuss managing liquidity through crises, capital markets innovation, sustainability-linked lending, fraud prevention, and the mindset treasurers need to move from back-office to business-critical.

What does it really take to build a treasury function from scratch in a fast-growing tech company? In this episode, Michael Scott, Senior Director of Treasury at Toast, shares the mindset he calls “Fix the now, plan for next” and how it shaped his approach to scaling treasury through rapid growth, uncertainty, and disruption.

From pivoting out of tax to leading treasury at a global manufacturing business, Bert Jameson, Vice President and Corporate Treasurer shares the career moves, mindset, and fundamentals behind scaling treasury at Ingersoll Rand. A practical look at treasury leadership, M&A support, and what it really takes to operate at global scale.

What really makes a treasury career stand the test of time? After 25 years across retail, insurance, and healthcare, Daniel Perez shares why transparency, trust, and strong relationships matter more than any system or spreadsheet. In this episode Daniel reflects on leadership, banking partnerships, and how treasury professionals can move from execution to real strategic impact.

Leading global treasury teams is as much about people and culture as it is about numbers. In this episode, Mike Larsen, Global Head of Client Treasury at Computershare, shares practical lessons from building and leading treasury teams across the US, Europe, and Asia.

In this special episode, Mike Richards breaks down everything treasury professionals need to stay competitive. From fixing the most common CV mistakes to boosting your LinkedIn visibility, understanding the real impact of AI, and navigating a tougher job market, Mike shares practical, real-world advice drawn from thousands of industry conversations. If you want to make smarter career moves and stay ahead of the curve, this is your essential guide for the year ahead.

What makes people remember you after you leave the room? In this AFP 2025 live episode, treasury leaders Meredith Vance, Sandra Ramos Alves, and Summa Simmons join Mike Richards to share how they built authentic personal brands, increased visibility, and created career-shaping opportunities. A practical guide for treasury professionals at every level.

Soft skills still win - even in treasury’s AI era. In this episode, Cathy Fields, VP Treasurer of Hitachi Digital, reveals how her unconventional path led to global leadership. From embracing risk to building empowered remote teams, Cathy shares practical insights on forecasting, mentorship, and why relationships matter more than ever in modern finance.

Three treasurers. Three distinct journeys. One powerful conversation. In this LIVE episode from New York, treasury leaders Pradipto Bagchi (Zimmer Biomet), Tai Carr-Fraser (Capri Holdings Limited), and Denis Bräuer (Element Solutions Inc.) share how they’ve built influence, led transformation, and elevated treasury’s role across global organizations.

What does it really take to earn influence in treasury - without shouting about it? In this special Treasury Career Corner LIVE episode from Chicago, Mary Wienclaw (Director of Investor Relations at Baxter International Inc.) and Robert Anderson (Treasury Director, Global Capital Planning at GE HealthCare) join Mike Richards to share how they’ve built credibility, resilience, and leadership presence over nearly three decades in the industry.

What does next-generation treasury talent really look like? In this special live episode from EuroFinance in Budapest, host Mike Richards sits down with Winny Li, Group Treasurer at PPD and Ellen Cornelissen, Treasury Director, Europe & Asia at Filtration Group. Together, they explore how today’s treasurers are rethinking talent, technology, and teamwork - from building diverse, multi-generational teams to integrating AI responsibly and embedding succession planning from day one.

In treasury, it’s not just what you know - it’s who knows you. In this live session from the New York Cash Exchange, Mike Richards and Catherine Latoya Grant-Alston explore how networking and personal branding can transform your career. From overcoming imposter syndrome to building a standout LinkedIn presence, they share practical, no-fluff advice to help you get noticed for the right reasons and unlock new opportunities.

Celebrating 400 episodes of The Treasury Career Corner! In this milestone episode, Amazon’s VP Treasurer Tony Masone shares his journey from Audit to leading Treasury & Risk Management at one of the world’s most innovative companies. It’s a masterclass in career progression, resilience, and writing your own playbook for success in treasury.

What happens when the recruiter becomes the guest? In this special crossover, Mike Richards takes the hot seat on Seth Marlowe’s Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast. With nearly 400 episodes and 200,000 downloads behind him, Mike reflects on the stories that shaped his career, the myths he’s keen to bust, and the advice he gives to treasury professionals at every stage.

What does it take to build a treasury function from scratch - not once, but twice? In this episode, I reconnect with Anshul Patni, Vice President & Treasurer at Bakelite Synthetics, who previously led treasury at Instacart. With experience on both the corporate and advisory sides of treasury, Anshul shares how he launched treasury teams from the ground up, implemented global cash management strategies, and navigated FX, interest rate risk, and technology decisions.

Are you earning what you’re worth in treasury? In this data-packed episode, Mike Richards, shares the latest global salary trends from 1,600+ professionals. From regional pay insights to what truly drives job satisfaction, this episode is essential listening for anyone in treasury today.

In this episode, Nolan Soltvedt, Treasurer at Lime, takes us behind the scenes of building treasury from the ground up - at pace. From navigating IPOs and M&A at APi Group to setting up treasury in a high-growth tech company, Nolan shares practical lessons on scaling systems, leading through change, and why strong global relationships matter more than ever.

This episode follows Keith Gaub’s bold move from investment banking into corporate treasury - a transition that meant taking a cut in both pay and title. But it paid off. Keith shares how that decision opened the door to building treasury from scratch at Zoetis, leading through crisis at Lehman Brothers, and shaping his long-term career at Bristol-Myers Squibb.

In this episode, Sherri Nicole Speaks, Vice President, Treasury at JBT Marel Corporation, shares how she went from being laid off during the 2007 mortgage crisis to leading global treasury operations. Sherri opens up about starting over, the power of mentorship, battling imposter syndrome, and how saying “yes” to opportunities - including board service with AFP - shaped her success.

What if you could overhaul your entire treasury function - without adding a single headcount? In this episode, Ashley Serrao, Managing Director at Tradeweb Markets, shares how he used technology, data, and a strategic mindset to transform a lean treasury team into a high-impact, tech-enabled function.

“Being visible isn’t about showing off - it’s about showing up. In treasury, your personal brand can open doors long before you even knock.” In this episode, Mike Richards and Joe Grabowski explore why a strong LinkedIn presence is no longer optional for treasury professionals. Whether you're job hunting or not, being seen and heard online is your new career currency.

In this episode, Tom Hendry, SVP & Treasurer at New York Life Insurance Company, reflects on a 30-year treasury career shaped by saying yes to challenges others avoided. From navigating mortgage workouts during downturns to leading complex pension risk transfers, Tom shares how embracing change and building trust across the business transformed treasury from a support function into a strategic powerhouse.

"Treasury isn’t just something you fall into anymore - it’s something you build.". In this live-recorded episode from TEXPO, three powerhouse treasury leaders share how they turned unexpected starts into purposeful careers. From fast food counters and consulting gigs to global capital markets and C-suite conversations, their paths may have started by chance - but success came from intention.

What does it really take to step up as a treasury leader? In this live episode from Houston, three top treasury professionals dive into their career journeys - from banking to boardrooms - and unpack how they lead teams, boost visibility, and build lasting impact in the treasury space. Whether you’re climbing the ladder or managing a team, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

In this episode, Pat Culkin, incoming CEO of the Association for Finance Professionals (AFP), shares how AFP grew from a treasury-only body into a global finance powerhouse. We discuss Pat’s unexpected career path to CEO, how treasury is becoming more strategic, the new baseline for upskilling and tech adoption and why branding and networking matter more than ever. Tune in to hear how AFP is equipping finance professionals for what’s next.

Garima Thakur, Global Treasurer and Risk Leader at Creative Artists Agency (CAA), shares how she built a treasury career across multiple industries. She discusses liquidity planning, evolving treasury functions, the impact of technology and AI, and what it takes to develop strong treasury teams.

Deepali Chawla, Chief Treasury Officer at Moody’s Corporation, discusses how to lead a global treasury function in today’s volatile financial environment. She shares insights on managing risk and liquidity, using technology and forward planning to strengthen treasury strategy, and building resilient teams while developing a successful international treasury career.

In this episode, returning guest Stephen Kaufhold, Vice President & Treasurer at Incyte, explains how treasury earns credibility with boards and rating agencies through capital allocation, leverage management and leadership during major transactions.

In this episode Julien Muet, Head of Corporate Finance & Treasury at TÜV Rheinland Group, explains how he built a global treasury from scratch, strengthened liquidity during COVID-19, and modernised operations through automation and AI.

Building a centralised treasury function inside a decentralised organisation is never about perfect policies or org charts. In this episode, Ritu Narula, SVP Finance and Treasurer at Hilco Global shares what actually works, from earning trust across regions to balancing speed, control, and growth as treasury scales globally.

Treasury doesn’t just support transformation. It enables it. In this episode, Andrew Binnie, Group Treasurer at SSE plc, shares how treasury is supporting a £33bn investment programme. From funding strategy and hybrid capital to leadership and team capability, Andrew explains what it really takes to lead treasury through large-scale change.

In this episode, David Mazzola, Head of Treasury at Norstella, shares how a systems-first mindset helped him replace spreadsheet sprawl with scalable global treasury operations. Drawing on experience at QBE and Spotify, David breaks down what really goes wrong with treasury tech adoption, what changes when a TMS is implemented properly, and how automation can give treasury teams their time back.

In this episode, Mike Richards speaks with Scott Paredes about breaking out of the traditional treasury box and creating real business impact. They discuss managing liquidity through crises, capital markets innovation, sustainability-linked lending, fraud prevention, and the mindset treasurers need to move from back-office to business-critical.

In this episode of The Treasury Career Corner Podcast Alex Chalmers, Group Treasurer at Inchcape, shares how he scaled treasury across 40+ markets, modernised systems, and led major M&A while building a global, regionally led treasury function.

What does it really take to build a treasury function from scratch in a fast-growing tech company? In this episode, Michael Scott, Senior Director of Treasury at Toast, shares the mindset he calls “Fix the now, plan for next” and how it shaped his approach to scaling treasury through rapid growth, uncertainty, and disruption.

From pivoting out of tax to leading treasury at a global manufacturing business, Bert Jameson, Vice President and Corporate Treasurer shares the career moves, mindset, and fundamentals behind scaling treasury at Ingersoll Rand. A practical look at treasury leadership, M&A support, and what it really takes to operate at global scale.

What really makes a treasury career stand the test of time? After 25 years across retail, insurance, and healthcare, Daniel Perez shares why transparency, trust, and strong relationships matter more than any system or spreadsheet. In this episode Daniel reflects on leadership, banking partnerships, and how treasury professionals can move from execution to real strategic impact.

Building a treasury function from scratch is challenging at the best of times. Doing it during a major corporate spin-off, against a backdrop of global uncertainty, raises the stakes even higher. In this episode, Tom Gilliam, Vice President of Corporate Finance and Treasury at Haleon.

In this update episode, Edwin Koopmans, VP Corporate Treasury at Lufthansa Group, shares lessons from scaling treasury at Zalando and leading complex global operations at Lufthansa. He talks candidly about managing FX and fuel price risk, leading highly specialised teams, and how AI is changing what treasury headcount really means.

Leading global treasury teams is as much about people and culture as it is about numbers. In this episode, Mike Larsen, Global Head of Client Treasury at Computershare, shares practical lessons from building and leading treasury teams across the US, Europe, and Asia.

Recorded live in Amsterdam, treasury leaders from SABIC and Bunge share how they moved from banking into corporate treasury and earned a seat at the table by partnering with the business. A practical conversation on influence, leadership, and elevating treasury’s strategic impact.

Three senior treasury leaders from Compass Group PLC, Arup, and Smith+Nephew share how they navigated career pivots, international moves, and the realities of building treasury teams from the ground up. Packed with practical insights and honest stories, this episode offers guidance for anyone shaping their treasury career.

Breitling’s Global Head of Treasury, Olivier Smekens, shares how the business is automating FX hedging, adopting AI, and modernising treasury to support rapid global growth. A practical look at digital transformation inside a high profile luxury brand.

Peter Schadelbauer shares how he built an in house bank from scratch, transformed treasury at NielsenIQ, and won an Adam Smith Award along the way. A focused conversation packed with practical lessons for anyone modernising treasury operations or leading change.

What makes people remember you after you leave the room? In this AFP 2025 live episode, treasury leaders Meredith Vance, Sandra Ramos Alves, and Summa Simmons join Mike Richards to share how they built authentic personal brands, increased visibility, and created career-shaping opportunities. A practical guide for treasury professionals at every level.

Soft skills still win - even in treasury’s AI era. In this episode, Cathy Fields, VP Treasurer of Hitachi Digital, reveals how her unconventional path led to global leadership. From embracing risk to building empowered remote teams, Cathy shares practical insights on forecasting, mentorship, and why relationships matter more than ever in modern finance.

Three treasurers. Three distinct journeys. One powerful conversation. In this LIVE episode from New York, treasury leaders Pradipto Bagchi (Zimmer Biomet), Tai Carr-Fraser (Capri Holdings Limited), and Denis Bräuer (Element Solutions Inc.) share how they’ve built influence, led transformation, and elevated treasury’s role across global organizations.

What does it really take to earn influence in treasury - without shouting about it? In this special Treasury Career Corner LIVE episode from Chicago, Mary Wienclaw (Director of Investor Relations at Baxter International Inc.) and Robert Anderson (Treasury Director, Global Capital Planning at GE HealthCare) join Mike Richards to share how they’ve built credibility, resilience, and leadership presence over nearly three decades in the industry.

What does next-generation treasury talent really look like? In this special live episode from EuroFinance in Budapest, host Mike Richards sits down with Winny Li, Group Treasurer at PPD and Ellen Cornelissen, Treasury Director, Europe & Asia at Filtration Group. Together, they explore how today’s treasurers are rethinking talent, technology, and teamwork - from building diverse, multi-generational teams to integrating AI responsibly and embedding succession planning from day one.

In treasury, it’s not just what you know - it’s who knows you. In this live session from the New York Cash Exchange, Mike Richards and Catherine Latoya Grant-Alston explore how networking and personal branding can transform your career. From overcoming imposter syndrome to building a standout LinkedIn presence, they share practical, no-fluff advice to help you get noticed for the right reasons and unlock new opportunities.

Celebrating 400 episodes of The Treasury Career Corner! In this milestone episode, Amazon’s VP Treasurer Tony Masone shares his journey from Audit to leading Treasury & Risk Management at one of the world’s most innovative companies. It’s a masterclass in career progression, resilience, and writing your own playbook for success in treasury.