Real Treasury Careers: Insights, Strategies & Success Stories

The Treasury Career Corner Podcast

Since 2018, Mike has interviewed over 390+ 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

  • #077

    3 December 2019

    Running Treasury on a Global Level with Erik Smolders

    Erik Smolders of Deloitte discusses his treasury career journey, emphasizing the significance of cash management, leadership qualities, and offering advice for aspiring professionals looking to follow a similar path.

    Mike Richards

  • #076

    26 November 2019

    Is a Cashless Society on the Horizon? with Kirk von Seelen

    Kirk von Seelen shares his impressive journey and insights from leading treasury operations for companies ranging from $350M to $30B, highlighting the impact of technology on treasury, maximizing career opportunities, and preparing for a potentially cashless future.

    Mike Richards

  • #075

    19 November 2019

    Transitioning and Taking Opportunities in Treasury with Tanya Kuznetsova

    Tanya Kuznetsova, Director of Treasury at Centric Brands Inc., shares insights on her global treasury experience, career transition, and the intersection of finance and technology in the latest episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast.

    Mike Richards

  • #074

    12 November 2019

    Building a Portfolio of Skills with Stephen Kaufhold

    Stephen Kaufhold, Senior Vice President & Treasurer at Allergan plc, shares insights on taking career risks, building a diverse set of treasury skills, managing IPOs and acquisitions, and the future of treasury on the Treasury Corner podcast.

    Stephen Kaufhold

  • #073

    5 November 2019

    The Benefits of Working in a Variety of Sectors Throughout Your Treasury Career with Stephen Darnley

    IATA, a not-for-profit trade organization founded over 70 years ago, has played a pivotal role in the growth and standardization of the international scheduled air transport industry, with Treasurer Stephen Darnley highlighting the mobility and versatility of a treasury career that transcends sectors while discussing the evolution of technology

    Mike Richards

  • #072

    29 October 2019

    How to Forge a Successful Career in Treasury with Paul Miseré

    Discover Paul Miseré's journey from a fresh-faced beginner to Treasury Director at Medtronic, discussing the evolution of treasury over the past decade, advice for aspiring treasury professionals, and what keeps him passionate about the field in this insightful Treasury Career Corner podcast episode.

    Mike Richards

  • #071

    22 October 2019

    Finding Your Value Proposition with Oliver Gerstberger

    Always asking "where can I add value" can drive a successful treasury career, as discussed by Oliver Gerstberger, Director of Corporate Funding at Selecta Group, emphasizing the importance of listening to business problems, delivering value, and leveraging diverse experiences to stand out in the field.

    Mike Richards

  • #070

    15 October 2019

    Embracing Change in the Treasury Industry with Stephen Medhurst

    Stephen Medhurst, SVP of Treasury at Omnicom Group Inc., shares insights on managing global treasury operations and the importance of embracing change in the evolving landscape of treasury careers.

    Mike Richards

  • #069

    8 October 2019

    The Importance of Technology in Treasury with Séverine Le Blévennec

    Séverine Le Blévennec, Senior Director at Honeywell's Treasury team, shares insights on her successful career transformation and digitalization in treasury, highlighting the importance of embracing technology and offering advice for aspiring treasury professionals.

    Severine Le Blevennec

  • #068

    1 October 2019

    Exploring Financial Risk Management in Different Regions with Roger Aguilar

    Roger Aguilar, an experienced Corporate Treasury professional, shares insights on transitioning from banking to treasury, navigating global treasury operations across different regions, de-risking currency exposure, and the evolving future of the treasury industry, offering valuable advice for aspiring treasury professionals.

    Mike Richards

  • #067

    24 September 2019

    Building a Defensive Treasury Strategy with Dimitris Damdimopoulos

    Dimitris Damdimopoulos shares his treasury journey and offers valuable advice for aspiring treasurers, emphasizing the importance of gaining diverse experience, finding a mentor, and adapting to advancing technology in the field.

    Mike Richards

  • #066

    17 September 2019

    How to Deal with Uncertainty in Treasury with Himanshu Kher

    Himanshu Kher, Group Treasurer at LMAX Exchange, discusses the evolution and challenges in treasury, highlighting the importance of technology, qualifications, and key traits for treasurers, while emphasizing the need for a supportive CFO and the impact of automation on adding value in treasury roles.

    Mike Richards