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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  • #165

    10 August 2021

    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

    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

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  • #163

    27 July 2021

    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

    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

  • #161

    13 July 2021

    Keith Lynch, a Treasury Solutions Consultant at KPMG, shares valuable insights on starting and excelling in a treasury career, emphasizing the importance of education, embracing change, leveraging technology, networking, and active involvement in the treasury community to drive efficiency and career growth.

    Mike Richards

  • #160

    6 July 2021

    Florian Heindl, Group Treasurer at FACC AG, shares insights on leading a treasury team, embracing new responsibilities as a manager, discussing the potential permanence of flexible working environments, and offering advice for new treasury professionals on the Treasury Career Corner podcast, drawing from his extensive experience in treasury roles

    Mike Richards

  • #159

    29 June 2021

    Explore the diverse opportunities in the treasury industry with Jeff McConaghy, as he shares his journey spanning various roles in different industries, emphasizing the value of transferable skills and embracing new challenges to continually grow and succeed.

    Mike Richards

  • #158

    22 June 2021

    Felix Luber, Head of Treasury and Payments at Marley Spoon, shares insights on work-life balance, importance of setting boundaries, and navigating career challenges in treasury and finance on The Treasury Career Corner podcast.

    Mike Richards

  • #157

    15 June 2021

    Jim Portalatin, Vice President of Global Treasury and Foreign Exchange at Methode Electronics, shares insights on his diverse treasury career, highlighting the importance of learning, networking, and adapting to different roles in various sized companies to succeed in the field.

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  • #156

    8 June 2021

    Embrace change, seek out new resources, ask questions, and be open about your career goals to advance in your treasury career, as shared by Scott Taylor, Treasurer at Bandwidth Inc., on The Treasury Career Corner podcast.

    Mike Richards

  • #155

    1 June 2021

    Gain insights on essential skills for success in treasury beyond experience from John Jackson, a seasoned treasury professional, who highlights the importance of enthusiasm, team leadership, and doing what you enjoy in a treasury career, drawing upon his extensive experience at companies like Severn Trent plc and Halifax Building Society.

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  • #154

    25 May 2021

    Developing soft skills, communication, and team building alongside qualifications and experience are essential for a successful treasury career, as highlighted by Klaas Springer, Corporate Director of Treasury at Royal FrieslandCampina N.V., emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in the evolving industry.

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