Real Treasury Careers: Insights, Strategies & Success Stories

The Treasury Career Corner Podcast

Since 2018, Mike has interviewed over 365+ treasury professionals on his weekly podcast, The Treasury Career Corner, where 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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  • #189

    25 January 2022

    Embrace the evolving field of treasury by being intentional about the future, fostering diversity in skills and personnel, and prioritizing relationships within the team, as discussed by Adesola Orimalade, Director of Treasury at Kiwi.com, on this episode of Treasury Career Corner.

    Mike Richards

  • #188

    18 January 2022

    Stuart Gray, Director of Group Treasury & Corporate Finance at NATS, shares insights on navigating global crises, maintaining relationships with banks, and emphasizing curiosity and ambition in the treasury industry amid challenges like 9/11 and COVID.

    Mike Richards

  • #187

    11 January 2022

    Developing competency in treasury involves aligning with your organization's mission, valuing continuous learning, combining specialization with experience, assessing team members based on trust and competency, and embracing opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

    Mike Richards

  • #186

    4 January 2022

    Discover valuable insights from Paul Hussey, Corporate Treasury at SABIC, on building a successful career in treasury, emphasizing the importance of diverse experience, adaptability, and a strong foundation in fundamental treasury principles to thrive in the dynamic field of treasury management.

    Mike Richards

  • #185

    23 December 2021

    Discover key insights into the treasury job market, including the impact of the pandemic on salaries, shifting attitudes towards hybrid work, the importance of data for benchmarking, and preparing for successful recruitment processes in 2022, as discussed by industry experts from The Treasury Recruitment Company in their latest episode featuring the Global

    Mike Richards

  • #184

    21 December 2021

    Tom Balish, Global Treasurer at Boston Consulting Group, shares his diverse career journey from military service to treasury roles, offering insights and strategies for newcomers looking to carve out a successful career in treasury, emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities for growth and staying motivated by personal goals and ambitions.

    Mike Richards

  • #183

    14 December 2021

    Claudio Demolli, SVP and Treasurer at IGT Plc, shares insights on managing the evolving challenges in treasury, from transitioning from banking to treasury, nurturing talent, understanding business priorities, to the vital role of mobility within treasury teams.

    Mike Richards

  • #182

    7 December 2021

    Treasury leader Philip Sasse shares insights on unleashing the power of diverse teams, transitioning from financial services, the importance of inclusion, managing high-performing teams, differences in big versus small team dynamics, and the significance of courage and curiosity in personal and professional growth within the treasury field.

    Mike Richards

  • #181

    30 November 2021

    To excel in a treasury career, stand out by embodying qualities like adaptability, strong communication skills, and a willingness to embrace change, as exemplified by Andreas Weindel, VP Head of Treasury at Esprit, who shares his unconventional career journey and insights on value creation, communication, and

    Mike Richards

  • #180

    23 November 2021

    To succeed in a treasury career, Sean O'Connor highlights the importance of combining technical skills with soft skills, gaining diverse experience in both back-office and front-office roles, and continuously developing a variety of skills to stay competitive in the ever-evolving landscape of treasury.

    Sean O'Connor

  • #179

    16 November 2021

    In treasury, continuous learning, embracing new challenges, and seeking innovative solutions are key to career growth, as demonstrated by Edwin Koopmans, Head of Treasury at Zalando SE, through his diverse finance roles across various locations and his insightful discussion on starting with "yes" and not being afraid to

    Edwin Koopmans

  • #178

    9 November 2021

    Frank Waechter, Global Director Treasury & Insurance at PUMA Group, shares his accidental path into treasury, emphasizing the value of mid-office roles to transition into treasury, his focus on hiring existing company employees, and insightful advice on approaching projects within treasury.

    Mike Richards