An inside look at treasury careers

The Treasury Career Corner Podcast

Tap into the career advice of over 360+ of the world’s leading Treasury professionals.

Every week, Mike talks to Treasurers about how they built their careers, where they are now and where they see both themselves and the treasury profession going to next.

Supercharge your career with exclusive insights from the innovators and leaders of the treasury sector.

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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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  • #153

    18 May 2021

    Abraham Geldenhuys discusses the importance of challenging the status quo, embracing new technology, and laying strong foundations in treasury departments for successful adaptation, along with sharing valuable tips for those interested in starting a treasury career.

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  • #152

    11 May 2021

    Travel, embracing change, and trying new experiences are key to a fulfilling treasury career according to Mattijn Bak, Group Treasurer at Vion Food Group, who shares insights from his globe-trotting treasury career and emphasizes the importance of adaptability, real-time data, and machine learning as the future of

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  • #151

    4 May 2021

    Jan Beukes, Group Treasurer at MultiChoice Group, emphasizes the importance of adding value and supporting your treasury team, discussing the significance of emotional intelligence, stepping out of your comfort zone, providing team exposure to different roles, and the essential nature of good teamwork in the treasury field.

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  • #150

    27 April 2021

    Delve into the world of treasury recruitment and gain insights from key members of The Treasury Recruitment Company on the intricacies of the industry, including the diverse demands of each day, the qualities of a good treasury recruiter, the company's origins, and their love for the world of treasury.

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  • #149

    20 April 2021

    Discover how Wade Olsen navigates work-life balance in treasury, discusses remote work challenges from his experience at Chugach Alaska Corporation, shares the philosophy behind Treasury Suite's innovative approach, and emphasizes the importance of experiences over salary for newcomers entering the industry.

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  • #148

    13 April 2021

    Wade Olsen, Co-Founder of Treasury Suite, shares insights on embracing chaos, learning from challenging roles, and the importance of adapting in the treasury industry, offering tips for success and discussing the innovative solutions provided by Treasury Suite to empower treasury departments globally.

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  • #147

    6 April 2021

    Caroline Stockmann, Chief Executive of the Association of Corporate Treasurers, shares insights on giving back, creating positive impact, and navigating challenges in treasury with a focus on relationships, new opportunities, and wellbeing practices amidst COVID-19, offering tips for those interested in pursuing a treasury career.

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  • #146

    30 March 2021

    Treasury Director Vasu Reddy discusses the importance of automation and AI in overcoming challenges faced in treasury roles, including managing multiple countries, languages, currencies, and processes, emphasizing the need for banks and treasury departments to invest in new technology to streamline operations in a diverse and remote work environment.

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  • #145

    23 March 2021

    Face-to-face communication remains essential in modern treasury despite the benefits of remote working, as discussed by Luc Vlaminck, Group Treasurer at Rémy Cointreau, highlighting the natural and effective nature of in-person interactions, the future of remote and flexible working, and the importance of community engagement.

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  • #144

    18 March 2021

    Maintaining strong working relationships in the treasury profession involves prioritizing good communication, adapting to the challenges of working from home during the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of face-to-face interactions, and cultivating essential skills such as flexibility, diplomacy, and earning respect through quality work.

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