Real Treasury Careers: Insights, Strategies & Success Stories
The Treasury Career Corner Podcast
Since 2018, Mike has interviewed over 430+ treasury professionals about their treasury careers on his weekly podcast, The Treasury Career Corner.
Each week he talks to them about how they built their careers, where they are now and where they see both themselves and the treasury profession going to next.
In each episode, Mike talks to his guests about their career paths, key challenges, and leadership insights.
The conversations provide practical takeaways on:
Career Growth & Leadership – The pivotal decisions, challenges, and strategies that shaped their careers
Strategic Decision-Making – How they lead teams, manage risk, and drive success
The Future of Treasury – Their perspectives on industry trends and the skills needed to stay ahead
Listen to the podcast for real-world treasury career insights, leadership lessons, and strategies to help you navigate your own career path.
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Mike Richards
#074
12 November 2019
Stephen Kaufhold, Senior Vice President & Treasurer at Allergan plc, shares insights on taking career risks, building a diverse set of treasury skills, managing IPOs and acquisitions, and the future of treasury on the Treasury Corner podcast.


#073
5 November 2019
The Benefits of Working in a Variety of Sectors Throughout Your Treasury Career with Stephen Darnley
IATA, a not-for-profit trade organization founded over 70 years ago, has played a pivotal role in the growth and standardization of the international scheduled air transport industry, with Treasurer Stephen Darnley highlighting the mobility and versatility of a treasury career that transcends sectors while discussing the evolution of technology

#072
29 October 2019
Discover Paul Miseré's journey from a fresh-faced beginner to Treasury Director at Medtronic, discussing the evolution of treasury over the past decade, advice for aspiring treasury professionals, and what keeps him passionate about the field in this insightful Treasury Career Corner podcast episode.

#071
22 October 2019
Always asking "where can I add value" can drive a successful treasury career, as discussed by Oliver Gerstberger, Director of Corporate Funding at Selecta Group, emphasizing the importance of listening to business problems, delivering value, and leveraging diverse experiences to stand out in the field.

#070
15 October 2019
Stephen Medhurst, SVP of Treasury at Omnicom Group Inc., shares insights on managing global treasury operations and the importance of embracing change in the evolving landscape of treasury careers.

#069
8 October 2019
Séverine Le Blévennec, Senior Director at Honeywell's Treasury team, shares insights on her successful career transformation and digitalization in treasury, highlighting the importance of embracing technology and offering advice for aspiring treasury professionals.


#068
1 October 2019
Roger Aguilar, an experienced Corporate Treasury professional, shares insights on transitioning from banking to treasury, navigating global treasury operations across different regions, de-risking currency exposure, and the evolving future of the treasury industry, offering valuable advice for aspiring treasury professionals.

#067
24 September 2019
Dimitris Damdimopoulos shares his treasury journey and offers valuable advice for aspiring treasurers, emphasizing the importance of gaining diverse experience, finding a mentor, and adapting to advancing technology in the field.

#066
17 September 2019
Himanshu Kher, Group Treasurer at LMAX Exchange, discusses the evolution and challenges in treasury, highlighting the importance of technology, qualifications, and key traits for treasurers, while emphasizing the need for a supportive CFO and the impact of automation on adding value in treasury roles.

#065
10 September 2019
Get insights into how the treasury industry has evolved, challenges in matching candidates to positions, the benefits of recruiting internationally, and more from this podcast episode featuring Mike Richards as a guest interviewed by Richard Bostock of Abeona, offering valuable tips for hiring and securing job roles within treasury.

#064
3 September 2019
Three treasury professionals share their diverse career paths, insights into treasury qualifications, challenges faced in takeovers, mentoring advice, and top tips for success in the treasury industry, showcasing the varied journeys to succeeding in treasury.

#063
27 August 2019
Markus Kede shares his remarkable journey of becoming a Group Treasurer at 26, navigating financial challenges, offering insights on management and recruitment in the treasury field, serving as an inspiring figure for aspiring treasurers seeking a successful career path.

#062
20 August 2019
Julia Fordham, the Group Head of Treasury at Small World Financial Services, shares her unexpected journey from studying Classics at Cambridge to becoming a treasury professional, her experience during the 2008 financial crisis, insights on the evolution of the treasury industry, advice for aspiring treasury professionals, and details about Small

#061
13 August 2019
Cathy McGarry, an accomplished Director of Finance and Treasury Operations at Northwestern Medicine, shares valuable insights on evolving healthcare treasury technologies, industry best practices, and career advice for junior treasury analysts seeking career advancement.

#060
6 August 2019
Reflecting on the success and impact of the Treasury Career Corner podcast, this 60th episode celebrates reaching over 10,000 downloads, highlighting how the podcast has educated and inspired individuals in the treasury industry while discussing challenges faced, growth opportunities, and personal benefits of hosting a podcast.

#059
30 July 2019
John Engeman, an accomplished treasury professional, author, and VP at National General Insurance, shares valuable career insights on transitioning roles, the impact of diverse experiences, and key lessons from his book, "12 Lessons for Success in Business and Beyond," emphasizing mentorship, leadership, and strategic performance improvements.

#058
23 July 2019
Seth Marlowe, Senior Vice President at Wells Fargo's Treasury Insights Consulting Group, shares insights on advancing payments technology, the importance of challenges in career growth, and his journey as 'The Treasury Whisperer' in the treasury speaking circuit, offering tips for aspiring speakers, all while showcasing his diverse

#057
16 July 2019
Peter Russell, Head of Treasury and Investor Relations at Travelport, shares insights on his treasury journey, including transitioning from accounting to treasury, managing global treasury operations, and the importance of intellectual curiosity in treasury careers, reflecting Travelport's pivotal role in the $9 trillion travel industry.

#056
9 July 2019
Adam Boukadida, Senior VP of Finance at Etihad Airways, shares insights on leading a multicultural finance team, balancing compliance with business goals, the evolution of treasury, and the importance of taking calculated risks in pursuing career advancement.

#055
2 July 2019
George Sawtell, the new Treasury Director at Survitec, discusses his extensive treasury experience, challenges faced in previous roles, and insights on the future of the industry, emphasizing the importance of ACT exams for treasurers and providing career advice for aspiring professionals.

#054
25 June 2019
Craig Jeffery shares insights on his journey in treasury, the strategic direction of his firm Strategic Treasurer LLC, the significance of building personal relationships in consultancy, and the evolving landscape of the treasury profession, offering valuable advice for both hiring and navigating career paths in treasury.

#053
18 June 2019
Tony Carfang, a treasury expert, shares insights on communication, career advancement, and the evolution of the treasury market, emphasizing the importance of networking, continuous learning, and adapting to technological advancements to optimize treasury strategies and succeed professionally.

#052
11 June 2019
Julien Muet, Head of Corporate Treasury at TÜV Rheinland Group, discusses his treasury career journey, leadership insights, collaboration with business partners, challenges faced within the company, the impact of AI on the industry, recruitment criteria, and career advice on this episode of the Treasury Career Corner

#051
4 June 2019
Heather Nisbet, Group Treasurer at Global Fashion Group, shares her journey from a mathematics graduate to a successful treasury career, discussing key achievements, industry trends like Blockchain, and offering valuable career advice for aspiring treasury professionals on the Treasury Career Corner Podcast.

#050
28 May 2019
A special episode recorded live in Luxembourg featuring three top Treasury professionals who discuss their career progression, the importance of industry experience in treasury, team management, evolving trends in treasury, recruitment ethos, and advice for those aiming to enter the field.

#049
21 May 2019
Group Treasurer Winny Li shares her career journey from accountancy firms to PPD, highlighting the importance of embracing technology, gaining diverse exposure, and being adaptable in a dynamic global treasury landscape, making her a 21st-century treasurer role model.

#048
14 May 2019
Royston Da Costa shares insights on treasury technology, cash flow forecasting, diversity in skill sets, and career advice for aspiring treasurers during his successful tenure at Ferguson plc on the Treasury Career Corner podcast.

#047
7 May 2019
Richard Garry, Group Treasurer at Informa Group, shares insights on strategic career decisions, treasury management, and leadership, emphasizing the importance of setting goals, working with talented individuals, seizing opportunities, and staying authentic in your professional journey.


#046
30 April 2019
Dan Ferguson, Group Treasurer at RSA Insurance Group plc, shares insights on his career journey, the impact of Brexit on treasury, the importance of communication and negotiation skills, and the challenges faced in the insurance business, emphasizing the significance of exams like AMCT and MCT and global Treasury Management systems in the

#045
26 April 2019
Discover what it's like to work as the Head of Group Treasury for a €1 billion company with Topi Jokiranta, where we delve into his diverse responsibilities, the importance of technology in treasury, the benefits of the AMCT qualification, and the significance of seeking new challenges in your career

#074
12 November 2019
Stephen Kaufhold, Senior Vice President & Treasurer at Allergan plc, shares insights on taking career risks, building a diverse set of treasury skills, managing IPOs and acquisitions, and the future of treasury on the Treasury Corner podcast.


#073
5 November 2019
The Benefits of Working in a Variety of Sectors Throughout Your Treasury Career with Stephen Darnley
IATA, a not-for-profit trade organization founded over 70 years ago, has played a pivotal role in the growth and standardization of the international scheduled air transport industry, with Treasurer Stephen Darnley highlighting the mobility and versatility of a treasury career that transcends sectors while discussing the evolution of technology

#072
29 October 2019
Discover Paul Miseré's journey from a fresh-faced beginner to Treasury Director at Medtronic, discussing the evolution of treasury over the past decade, advice for aspiring treasury professionals, and what keeps him passionate about the field in this insightful Treasury Career Corner podcast episode.

#071
22 October 2019
Always asking "where can I add value" can drive a successful treasury career, as discussed by Oliver Gerstberger, Director of Corporate Funding at Selecta Group, emphasizing the importance of listening to business problems, delivering value, and leveraging diverse experiences to stand out in the field.

#070
15 October 2019
Stephen Medhurst, SVP of Treasury at Omnicom Group Inc., shares insights on managing global treasury operations and the importance of embracing change in the evolving landscape of treasury careers.

#069
8 October 2019
Séverine Le Blévennec, Senior Director at Honeywell's Treasury team, shares insights on her successful career transformation and digitalization in treasury, highlighting the importance of embracing technology and offering advice for aspiring treasury professionals.


#068
1 October 2019
Roger Aguilar, an experienced Corporate Treasury professional, shares insights on transitioning from banking to treasury, navigating global treasury operations across different regions, de-risking currency exposure, and the evolving future of the treasury industry, offering valuable advice for aspiring treasury professionals.

#067
24 September 2019
Dimitris Damdimopoulos shares his treasury journey and offers valuable advice for aspiring treasurers, emphasizing the importance of gaining diverse experience, finding a mentor, and adapting to advancing technology in the field.

#066
17 September 2019
Himanshu Kher, Group Treasurer at LMAX Exchange, discusses the evolution and challenges in treasury, highlighting the importance of technology, qualifications, and key traits for treasurers, while emphasizing the need for a supportive CFO and the impact of automation on adding value in treasury roles.

#065
10 September 2019
Get insights into how the treasury industry has evolved, challenges in matching candidates to positions, the benefits of recruiting internationally, and more from this podcast episode featuring Mike Richards as a guest interviewed by Richard Bostock of Abeona, offering valuable tips for hiring and securing job roles within treasury.

#064
3 September 2019
Three treasury professionals share their diverse career paths, insights into treasury qualifications, challenges faced in takeovers, mentoring advice, and top tips for success in the treasury industry, showcasing the varied journeys to succeeding in treasury.

#063
27 August 2019
Markus Kede shares his remarkable journey of becoming a Group Treasurer at 26, navigating financial challenges, offering insights on management and recruitment in the treasury field, serving as an inspiring figure for aspiring treasurers seeking a successful career path.

#062
20 August 2019
Julia Fordham, the Group Head of Treasury at Small World Financial Services, shares her unexpected journey from studying Classics at Cambridge to becoming a treasury professional, her experience during the 2008 financial crisis, insights on the evolution of the treasury industry, advice for aspiring treasury professionals, and details about Small

#061
13 August 2019
Cathy McGarry, an accomplished Director of Finance and Treasury Operations at Northwestern Medicine, shares valuable insights on evolving healthcare treasury technologies, industry best practices, and career advice for junior treasury analysts seeking career advancement.

#060
6 August 2019
Reflecting on the success and impact of the Treasury Career Corner podcast, this 60th episode celebrates reaching over 10,000 downloads, highlighting how the podcast has educated and inspired individuals in the treasury industry while discussing challenges faced, growth opportunities, and personal benefits of hosting a podcast.

#059
30 July 2019
John Engeman, an accomplished treasury professional, author, and VP at National General Insurance, shares valuable career insights on transitioning roles, the impact of diverse experiences, and key lessons from his book, "12 Lessons for Success in Business and Beyond," emphasizing mentorship, leadership, and strategic performance improvements.

#058
23 July 2019
Seth Marlowe, Senior Vice President at Wells Fargo's Treasury Insights Consulting Group, shares insights on advancing payments technology, the importance of challenges in career growth, and his journey as 'The Treasury Whisperer' in the treasury speaking circuit, offering tips for aspiring speakers, all while showcasing his diverse

#057
16 July 2019
Peter Russell, Head of Treasury and Investor Relations at Travelport, shares insights on his treasury journey, including transitioning from accounting to treasury, managing global treasury operations, and the importance of intellectual curiosity in treasury careers, reflecting Travelport's pivotal role in the $9 trillion travel industry.

#056
9 July 2019
Adam Boukadida, Senior VP of Finance at Etihad Airways, shares insights on leading a multicultural finance team, balancing compliance with business goals, the evolution of treasury, and the importance of taking calculated risks in pursuing career advancement.

#055
2 July 2019
George Sawtell, the new Treasury Director at Survitec, discusses his extensive treasury experience, challenges faced in previous roles, and insights on the future of the industry, emphasizing the importance of ACT exams for treasurers and providing career advice for aspiring professionals.

#054
25 June 2019
Craig Jeffery shares insights on his journey in treasury, the strategic direction of his firm Strategic Treasurer LLC, the significance of building personal relationships in consultancy, and the evolving landscape of the treasury profession, offering valuable advice for both hiring and navigating career paths in treasury.

#053
18 June 2019
Tony Carfang, a treasury expert, shares insights on communication, career advancement, and the evolution of the treasury market, emphasizing the importance of networking, continuous learning, and adapting to technological advancements to optimize treasury strategies and succeed professionally.

#052
11 June 2019
Julien Muet, Head of Corporate Treasury at TÜV Rheinland Group, discusses his treasury career journey, leadership insights, collaboration with business partners, challenges faced within the company, the impact of AI on the industry, recruitment criteria, and career advice on this episode of the Treasury Career Corner

#051
4 June 2019
Heather Nisbet, Group Treasurer at Global Fashion Group, shares her journey from a mathematics graduate to a successful treasury career, discussing key achievements, industry trends like Blockchain, and offering valuable career advice for aspiring treasury professionals on the Treasury Career Corner Podcast.

#050
28 May 2019
A special episode recorded live in Luxembourg featuring three top Treasury professionals who discuss their career progression, the importance of industry experience in treasury, team management, evolving trends in treasury, recruitment ethos, and advice for those aiming to enter the field.

#049
21 May 2019
Group Treasurer Winny Li shares her career journey from accountancy firms to PPD, highlighting the importance of embracing technology, gaining diverse exposure, and being adaptable in a dynamic global treasury landscape, making her a 21st-century treasurer role model.

#048
14 May 2019
Royston Da Costa shares insights on treasury technology, cash flow forecasting, diversity in skill sets, and career advice for aspiring treasurers during his successful tenure at Ferguson plc on the Treasury Career Corner podcast.

#047
7 May 2019
Richard Garry, Group Treasurer at Informa Group, shares insights on strategic career decisions, treasury management, and leadership, emphasizing the importance of setting goals, working with talented individuals, seizing opportunities, and staying authentic in your professional journey.


#046
30 April 2019
Dan Ferguson, Group Treasurer at RSA Insurance Group plc, shares insights on his career journey, the impact of Brexit on treasury, the importance of communication and negotiation skills, and the challenges faced in the insurance business, emphasizing the significance of exams like AMCT and MCT and global Treasury Management systems in the

#045
26 April 2019
Discover what it's like to work as the Head of Group Treasury for a €1 billion company with Topi Jokiranta, where we delve into his diverse responsibilities, the importance of technology in treasury, the benefits of the AMCT qualification, and the significance of seeking new challenges in your career
