Real Treasury Careers: Insights, Strategies & Success Stories

The Treasury Career Corner Podcast

Since 2018, Mike has interviewed over 410+ 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

  • #234

    8 November 2022

    Investing in People in Treasury with Gavin Waugh

    Investing in people, nurturing capabilities, and empowering them to gain transferrable skills is key to building a successful treasury team, as discussed by Gavin Waugh, SVP, Treasurer, Risk Management and Corporate Development at The Wendy’s Company, who emphasizes the significance of mentorship, building a strong

    Gavin Waugh

  • #233

    1 November 2022

    Building Strong Relationships in Treasury with Tanja Holden

    Tanja Holden, the Group Treasurer at Ocado Group, emphasizes the importance of relationship-building in treasury, discussing her journey in treasury, the impact of the pandemic on her role, and how relationships and collaboration are key components of successful treasury management within the ever-evolving industry.

    Tanja Holden

  • #232

    25 October 2022

    Jumping Into Treasury At The Deep End with Steffen Diel

    Discover Steffen Diel's insightful journey in the treasury industry, from being thrown into challenging experiences early on to emphasizing curiosity as a key to success, along with valuable tips for treasurers of all ages in coping with financial crises and advancing their careers.

    Steffen Diel

  • #231

    18 October 2022

    The Importance of Team Balance in Treasury with Steven Krippner

    Regularly revisiting your team is crucial in building a strong treasury leadership, as discussed by Steven Krippner, Vice President and Treasurer at Baker Hughes, emphasizing the importance of good leadership, being opportunistic, and maintaining a successful career trajectory in the field of treasury.

    Steven Krippner

  • #230

    11 October 2022

    Pushing the Boundaries in Treasury with Rebecca Hirschboeck

    Rebecca Hirschboeck exemplifies how pushing boundaries in treasury, transitioning into international roles during COVID, and pursuing one's passion for finance can lead to a fulfilling career trajectory and growth, showcasing the importance of seizing new opportunities and continuous learning in the field.

    Rebecca Hirschboeck

  • #229

    4 October 2022

    How to Be a Treasury Leader in Turbulent Times with Ben Helsing

    Ben Helsing, Group Treasurer at P3 Logistic Parks, shares insights on managing treasury challenges, team building, and navigating uncertain times in the treasury world, emphasizing the importance of adapting to market challenges and prioritizing environmental sustainability in warehouse development.

    Ben Helsing

  • #228

    27 September 2022

    The Benefits of Pursuing a Treasury Career Abroad with Brendan Boucher

    Brendan Boucher, Group Treasurer of Compass Group Plc, shares insights on his global treasury career journey, navigating challenges like COVID-19, transitioning between FTSE100 companies and startups, leveraging international moves for career growth, and the future of working from home in treasury.

    Brendan Boucher

  • #227

    23 September 2022

    Feature Series: Our Take on the Corporate Treasury Industry

    Discussing the latest trends in the Treasury market, this final episode features insights on talent acquisition, the impact of the pandemic on work habits, and the importance of a hybrid way of working for attracting and retaining talent in the industry, exploring nuances between the US, UK, and European markets.

    Katie Hardie

  • #226

    20 September 2022

    Why Networking is the Winning Treasury Formula with Dana Laidhold

    Build a strong treasury network, be willing to take risks, and continually acquire new skills to thrive in treasury, as Dana Laidhold shares insights on her career journey in episode 226 of The Treasury Career Corner podcast.

    Mike Richards

  • #225

    16 September 2022

    Feature Series: What I’ve Learnt About Group Treasurers from 200+ Episodes

    Discover what it takes to excel at the top of the Corporate Treasury field, as insights are shared on the role of Group Treasurers, the differences between regions, key skills for success in Treasury leadership, and how to keep the job engaging and fulfilling over the long term—tune in to gain

    Mike Richards

  • #224

    13 September 2022

    Building an Efficient Treasury Team with Steve Rosenthal

    Steve Rosenthal of Broadridge Financial Solutions shares unconventional treasury team-building insights, reflecting on his psychology background, the importance of credibility, qualities of new treasury talent, and the value of continuous learning and teaching in climbing the career ladder.

    Mike Richards

  • #223

    9 September 2022

    Feature Series: What I have seen in Great Treasury Managers

    To achieve success as a Treasury Manager, mastering people skills and communication while supervising specialized teams, fostering growth, influencing strategy, and handling the pressures of the role are paramount, as discussed in this comprehensive interview.

    Mike Richards