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

  • #115

    25 August 2020

    Martin Watts, Director of Treasury at social housing provider London and Quadrant (L&Q), showcases the unique and impactful treasury operations of a business reinvesting all profits into the community, diverging from traditional multinational corporation models, offering insight into the evolving landscape of treasury within social housing provision.

    Mike Richards

  • #114

    18 August 2020

    Explore the international career and treasury insights shared by Brendan Boucher, Group Treasurer of Compass Group Plc, including his journey from startups to FTSE100 companies, strategies for navigating Covid-19 challenges, and the significance of introducing new technology to a decentralized business structure.

    Mike Richards

  • #113

    11 August 2020

    Mike shares his insights on the current treasury career market, including the impact of Covid-19, remote team management, and trends in treasury recruitment, providing valuable information for those interested in the industry.

    Mike Richards

  • #112

    4 August 2020

    Former Executive Director and Assistant Treasurer of FX & Investments at Bristol-Myers Squibb/Celgene Corporation, Michael Bradley, shares insights on building a successful treasury career, discussing topics such as transitioning responsibilities post-acquisition, the impact of automation on treasury, and the evolving role of treasury teams,

    Mike Richards

  • #111

    28 July 2020

    Learn from former Interim Group Treasurer John Fulton about his 20 years of global finance experience, insights on navigating the treasury field, the impact of COVID-19, the recruitment process, the influence of technology, and career advice for aspiring treasurers.

    Mike Richards

  • #110

    21 July 2020

    Gary Slawther, Interim Group Treasurer at Eddie Stobart Logistics Limited, highlights the significance of understanding the business detail, building financing strategies, prioritizing communication, and seeking constant learning in a successful treasury career.

    Mike Richards

  • #109

    14 July 2020

    Anthony Buchanan, Treasurer at Asahi Breweries Europe Ltd, shares insights on building successful treasury teams, emphasizing the importance of relationship building, diverse skills, and adaptability in navigating challenges like COVID-19, while highlighting the evolution and value of the treasury role in a rapidly changing landscape.

    Mike Richards

  • #108

    7 July 2020

    Group Treasurer Patrick Clarke from Excellence Logging in London shares insights on his 20-year treasury career, the role of treasury in various industries, setting up new treasury functions, and the importance of gaining broad experience, offering valuable tips for those pursuing a career in treasury in this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast

    Mike Richards

  • #107

    30 June 2020

    Julie Fabris, Treasurer at Britax Childcare Group Limited, shares insights on transitioning from accountancy to treasury, the relevance of qualifications in establishing a treasury career, and key focus areas for corporate treasurers in the upcoming months.

    Julie Fabris

  • #106

    23 June 2020

    Petra Rosenauer, Head of Corporate Treasury EMEA at Flextronics International, discusses the evolution of treasury roles in a global setting, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, listening to diverse perspectives, and adapting to innovations within the field.

    Mike Richards

  • #105

    16 June 2020

    Jeffrey Zomback, an experienced Treasury and Capital Markets executive, shares insights on implementing treasury work stations, navigating financial crises, the value of mentors in treasury, and the impact of COVID-19 on real estate treasury, emphasizing the importance of integrity and outlining future trends in the treasury field.

    Mike Richards

  • #104

    9 June 2020

    Exploring the cultural shifts and evolution of treasury on a global scale with Stephen Harper, General Manager Treasury Europe at NIDEC EUROPE B.V., touching on the importance of preparing for crises and sharing valuable insights for aspiring treasurers.

    Mike Richards