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

  • #347

    7 October 2024

    Hans Ljøen shares insights from his diverse career in finance, from leading a startup bank to managing treasury and investor relations at Lerøy Seafood, emphasizing the crucial roles of risk management, technology in improving treasury operations, and the skills needed for aspiring treasury professionals.

    Hans Ljøen

  • #346

    1 October 2024

    Sandra Ramos Alves, Senior Vice President and Treasurer at Bristol Myers Squibb, shares her journey from accounting to a transformative role in treasury, emphasizing the critical impact of technology and innovation in treasury functions and offering advice to professionals on career ownership and risk-taking.

    Sandra Ramos Alves

  • #345

    24 September 2024

    Jörg Pässler, Group Treasurer at Sappi Limited, delves into his journey from banking to leading treasury operations, emphasizing the significance of cash management centralization, automation, and building strong banking relationships to enhance the strategic role of treasury in a global business.

    Jörg Pässler

  • #344

    17 September 2024

    Nils Ostendorf, Director of Global Treasury at IFCO Management GmbH, shares his journey from banking to corporate treasury, detailing the complexities of managing finance and cash flow in the reusable packaging industry.

    Nils Ostendorf

  • #343

    10 September 2024

    Eugene Spevakov, the Treasurer at 6sense, shares his journey from facing hyperinflation in the Soviet Union to leading financial strategies in tech companies, emphasizing the importance of risk management and the balance between automation and human decision-making in treasury roles.

    Eugene Spevakov

  • #342

    3 September 2024

    Arturo and Fidel Aguayo discuss their extensive careers in treasury and public finance, the evolution and challenges of the field, particularly in higher education, and share personal insights and professional advice on building a successful career in treasury.

    Arturo Aguayo

    Fidel Aguayo

  • #341

    27 August 2024

    Greg Packard shares his transformative journey from public accounting to spearheading the treasury department at JBT, underscoring the critical role of a solid accounting foundation and offering actionable advice for career growth in treasury.

    Greg Packard

  • #340

    20 August 2024

    Dave Cable, Vice President and Treasurer at ATI Inc., shares his journey from starting as a music major to leading the treasury department, emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities, fostering relationships, and focusing on impactful work to navigate a successful career in finance.

    Dave Cable

  • #339

    12 August 2024

    James Kelly, SVP at Pearson, discusses his journey in the finance and treasury sectors, highlighting his transformative work with AI and automation to enhance efficiency and innovation within Pearson's treasury operations.

    James Kelly

  • #338

    6 August 2024

    Stephanie Kusta, Vice President and Treasurer at Orveon Global, explores her accidental yet thriving 20-year career in treasury across various industries, emphasizing the importance of cross-functional collaboration, seizing growth opportunities, and building and empowering strong teams to foster organizational success.

    Stephanie Kusta

  • #337

    30 July 2024

    The podcast panel, featuring seasoned treasury professionals Dimitris Siokis, Elisa Mylona, and Christos Baltoumas, delves into building successful treasury careers through continuous learning, embracing technology, and cultivating significant industry relationships.

    Dimitris Siokis

    Elisa Mylona

    Christos Baltoumas

  • #336

    23 July 2024

    Raquel Alvarez Mateos and Kerri Howard share their extensive experiences in treasury, emphasizing the importance of education, certification, strategic networking, and aligning with company cultures that reflect personal values to succeed and seize opportunities in the field.

    Kerri Howard

    Raquel Alvarez Mateos