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

  • #120

    29 September 2020

    Tackling Key Treasury Challenges with Arijit Shome

    Arijit Shome, Group Treasury Director at Aujan Group Holding Limited, shares insights on building a successful career in treasury, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, leveraging technology, nurturing resilient teams, and continuous growth in the ever-evolving landscape of corporate finance.

    Mike Richards

  • #119

    22 September 2020

    Exploring the Multi-Dimensional Side of Treasury with Mark Fortkamp

    Mark Fortkamp, Treasurer at Performance Health, shares his journey from banking to corporate treasury, discussing his experiences in managing Treasury operations, transitioning between financial services and corporate treasury, starting a new treasury department, the evolving landscape of treasury over the last two decades, and valuable advice for junior Treasurers

    Mike Richards

  • #118

    15 September 2020

    The Current State of The Treasury Recruitment Market with The Treasury Recruitment Company

    Delve into the current state of the Treasury Recruitment Market post-COVID, exploring challenges, salary impacts, recovery projections, and crucial areas for job seekers to focus on to navigate the market successfully.

    Mike Richards

  • #117

    8 September 2020

    Key Tips for Progressing in Treasury with Doug Knebel

    Doug Knebel, Director of Treasury Operations at AVX, shares insights on the importance of consistency, building relationships with bankers, and immersing oneself within the company as a treasurer, emphasizing the value of mentorship, hard work, and learning from mistakes across diverse industries.

    Mike Richards

  • #116

    1 September 2020

    How to Build a Global Treasury Organisation with Jim McHale

    Jim McHale, VP of Graebel Companies, shares insights on transitioning from accounting to treasury, importance of risk management, building a global treasury organization, managing diverse cultures, and advice for treasurers, highlighting the value of experience and a risk management mindset in treasury careers.

    Mike Richards

  • #115

    25 August 2020

    Purpose-Led Treasury with Martin Watts

    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

    Travelling the World through Treasury with Brendan Boucher

    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 Richards Reveals the Latest Treasury Career Trends on The Treasury Update Podcast

    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

    Managing Treasury FX & Automation with Michael Bradley

    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

    How to Become a Group Treasurer with John Fulton

    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

    The Role of Ethics in Treasury with Gary Slawther

    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

    How to Diversify Your Skills as a Treasurer with Anthony Buchanan

    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