Real Treasury Careers: Insights, Strategies & Success Stories

The Treasury Career Corner Podcast

Since 2018, Mike has interviewed over 380+ 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

  • #173

    5 October 2021

    Why Learning is Not a Luxury in Treasury with Mina Nasif

    Continuous learning and adaptation are crucial in the treasury industry, as highlighted by Mina Nasif, who emphasizes the importance of building relationships, utilizing digital management systems, and developing perseverance skills for a successful career, while also shedding light on the significance of professional development and the industry's response to the pandemic.

    Mike Richards

  • #172

    28 September 2021

    Why Treasury Is More Important Than Ever in a Company with Ramez Sabawi

    Treasury has evolved into a strategic role within modern companies, focusing on risk management and strategy, as highlighted by Ramez Sabawi, Treasurer at SATORP, emphasizing the diverse responsibilities and career opportunities it offers in various industries, making it a pivotal choice for those seeking professional growth.

    Mike Richards

  • #171

    21 September 2021

    How to Always Move Forward in Your Treasury Career with Oliver Gygax

    Oliver Gygax, Head of Group Treasury at EMS Group, shares insights on his diverse career journey spanning traditional and online banking to treasury, emphasizing the importance of gaining varied experiences, adapting to different roles, and embracing automation in treasury functions for professional growth and success.

    Mike Richards

  • #170

    14 September 2021

    How to Develop Your Treasury Knowledge and Always Add Value with Pratik Mohta

    Pratik Mohta, Treasurer at Bunge, shares his journey from engineering to treasury, emphasizing the importance of filling knowledge gaps, providing value, and viewing treasury as a strategic partner in business, as discussed on The Treasury Career Corner podcast.

    Mike Richards

  • #169

    7 September 2021

    Why Trying New Things is the Best Way to Learn with John Cloherty

    To excel in a treasury career, prioritize gaining diverse experience across various industries to enhance skills like communication, policy-making, and adaptability, as demonstrated by John Cloherty, Group Treasurer at NCC Group plc, who shares his journey transitioning from accounting to treasury and the importance of saying yes to new

    Mike Richards

  • #168

    1 September 2021

    The Evolving Nature of an International Treasury Career with Wolfgang Ratheiser

    Wolfgang Ratheiser shares his journey from farming to finance and discusses international career growth, leadership, and the future of treasury in his episode on The Treasury Career Corner podcast.

    Wolfgang Ratheiser

  • #167

    24 August 2021

    Why Qualifications and Adaptability Are Key to a Successful Treasury Career with Jane Pilcher

    Adaptability and a willingness to learn are essential alongside qualifications for building a successful treasury career, as articulated by Jane Pilcher, Group Treasurer at Anglian Water Group, who emphasizes their importance while sharing insights on her career journey, challenges in hiring, and the evolving landscape of treasury.

    Mike Richards

  • #166

    17 August 2021

    The Benefits of Trying New and Challenging Things in Your Treasury Career with Maarten Michalides

    Constantly seeking new experiences has been key to Maarten Michalides' success in the treasury world, as he shares his top tips on being a successful Treasurer and emphasizes the value of pursuing diverse opportunities in this insightful episode of The Treasury Career Corner.

    Mike Richards

  • #165

    10 August 2021

    How Treasury Teams are Adapting to Remote Working with Kemi Bolarin & Anthony Mercer

    Treasury experts Kemi Bolarin and Anthony Mercer discuss the transition to remote work, highlighting the importance of structure, team adaptation, and maintaining a work-life balance, while foreseeing a future hybrid model for treasury teams post-pandemic.

    Mike Richards

  • #164

    3 August 2021

    Why the Future of Treasury is More Integration in the Business with Cristian Iosio

    The future of treasury involves increased integration within businesses and more flexibility for treasurers, as discussed by Cristian Iosio, Head of Treasury and M&A at Electrolux Professional on The Treasury Career Corner podcast, where he shared insights on his career, recruitment, and where he sees treasury heading

    Mike Richards

  • #163

    27 July 2021

    The Benefits of Diversity in Your Team and Career with Mark Kirkland

    Variety and diversity in your treasury career can lead to learning and growth by challenging the status quo, trying new roles, and exploring different industries or countries, as discussed by Mark Kirkland, the Group Treasurer at Constellium, during his insightful interview on the Treasury Career Corner podcast.

    Mike Richards

  • #162

    20 July 2021

    How to Always Keep Evolving in Your Treasury Career with Lorena Pérez Sandroni

    Learn from Lorena Pérez Sandroni, Director of Treasury at SVP Worldwide, on the Treasury Career Corner podcast about the importance of trying new roles, industries, and embracing challenges to advance within your treasury career, along with valuable insights on managing people and helping women progress in the field.

    Mike Richards