The Treasury Career Corner

Treasury is no longer a quiet back-office function that only gets noticed when cash runs short. In this live Treasury Career Corner panel, three senior treasury leaders explain how trust, relationships, commercial understanding, and curiosity are what truly help treasury earn influence across the business. Meet the Guests: Louise Woodroffe , Head of Treasury at Hastings Direct Mike Tackley , Globa...

What does it really take to step into a Group Treasurer role? In this episode, Kate Randall , Group Treasurer at Balfour Beatty plc shares why treasury leadership is about far more than technical knowledge, covering confidence, decision-making, stakeholder management, bank relationships, AI and the importance of staying curious throughout your career. Kate Randall is Group Treasurer at Balfour Bea...

In a profession defined by uncertainty, the treasury leaders who thrive are the ones who never stop learning. In this live Treasury Career Corner panel discussion from our Amsterdam event, three experienced treasury leaders explore why curiosity, continuous learning, networking, and understanding the wider business are the skills that drive long-term success in treasury. Meet the Guests: Marco Sch...

What separates good treasury careers from great ones? According to this panel of treasury leaders, it often comes down to curiosity, reliability, and a willingness to say yes to opportunities before you feel completely ready. This special live episode from our Dublin event features a panel of experienced treasury professionals sharing their career journeys, leadership lessons, and views on the fut...

Recorded live at the Kyriba Live in Las Vegas, this episode features Sabrina Janulis, Benjamin Seal, and Brian Gittelman sharing honest insights into treasury careers, leadership, networking, treasury transformation, and the skills needed to build long-term career growth in the profession. Here's the YouTube video of the session - https://youtu.be/YeNOj70MZMg Meet Our Guests: Benjamin Seal , Direc...

AI is reshaping treasury faster than most finance teams realize - and the professionals willing to evolve now will define the future of the function. In this episode Bojan Belejkovski , Vice President Finance & Treasury at Voltava , discusses how finance leaders can embrace AI, build future-ready treasury teams, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry. Bojan Belejkovski is the Vice Presi...

In this live panel discussion from TEXPO, senior treasury leaders, Meredith Vance , Emily Howell , and Bruce Perry share how networking, mentorship, intentional career moves, and continuous learning helped shape their paths from accidental entrants into treasury to leading global treasury organisations. Meet the Guests: Meredith Vance , Senior Vice President and Global Treasurer at NTT Data Emily...

A treasury career isn’t built on technical skills alone - it’s shaped by storytelling, decision-making, and mastering complexity. In this episode, Tony (Phong) Vu , Treasurer of Broward Health , shares how these elements have defined his journey from treasury analyst to leading treasury in a complex healthcare environment. Tony (Phong) Vu is the Treasurer of Broward Health , with extensive experie...

Building global treasury impact requires more than technical skills - it demands data-driven insight, strong relationships, and the ability to influence across the business. This week’s guest is Takachida Kuhudzai , Head of Treasury at Avon. With a career spanning banking, corporate treasury, and global leadership roles, he has developed deep expertise in analytics, working capital optimisation, a...

Most treasury careers don’t follow a plan - they evolve through unexpected opportunities, bold decisions, and continuous reinvention. Recorded LIVE from our Treasury Career Corner event in New York, this episode brings together three senior treasury leaders - Bob Kane , Deepali Chawla , and Keith Gaub to share how their careers evolved from chance beginnings into strategic leadership roles. In thi...

How do you transform a treasury function from manual processes into an AI-powered, automation-driven strategic partner? In this episode, we’re joined by Karen Kearney , Treasurer at Stanford University . She leads treasury across one of the world’s most complex and innovative institutions, overseeing areas including capital markets, cash management, and financial strategy within a large, mission-d...

Building a treasury function from scratch is only the beginning - turning it into a strategic engine is where the real impact happens. This week, we welcome back Ben Loper , Senior Vice President & Corporate Treasurer at Hilton Grand Vacations . A returning guest to the podcast, Ben joins us for an update episode, sharing how his role and treasury itself has evolved since his first appearance,...

What does it really take to prepare a company for IPO - and why should treasury be involved far earlier than most expect? In this episode, Stef Layne , a three-time IPO leader, shares how treasury plays a critical role in shaping IPO readiness, strengthening cash discipline, and building financial resilience. In this episode, we’re joined by Stef Layne , a finance executive with over 20 years of e...

Leading treasury across multiple industries requires more than technical expertise - it demands adaptability, broad experience, and a forward-looking mindset. In this episode, Garima Thakur , Global Treasurer and Risk Leader at Creative Artists Agency (CAA) shares insights from building a treasury career spanning finance, technology, consumer products, sports, and entertainment. Garima Thakur is G...

Global treasury leaders are operating in one of the most complex financial environments in decades. Volatility, evolving risks, and growing strategic expectations mean treasury must balance liquidity, risk management, and long-term value creation more carefully than ever. In this episode, Deepali Chawla , Chief Treasury Officer shares how she navigates these challenges while leading the global tre...

What does it take for a treasurer to earn - and protect - credibility with boards, rating agencies, and banking partners during billion-dollar transactions? In this episode, we explore how treasury leaders like Stephen Kaufhold , Vice President & Treasurer at Incyte , build trust when the stakes are highest. Stephen Kaufhold returns to the show, now serving as Vice President & Treasurer at...

What does it really take to build a global, state-of-the-art corporate treasury from the ground up - and then lead it through a global pandemic, digital transformation, and the rise of AI? In this returning guest episode, Julien Muet , Head of Corporate Finance & Treasury at TÜV Rheinland Group , shares how he built and transformed a global treasury function - and what seven years of leadershi...

Bringing order to financial chaos requires more than policies and processes. In this episode, Ritu Narula , SVP Finance and Treasurer at Hilco Global , shares how she has built centralized, high-performing treasury and finance teams across geographies and cultures by focusing on what actually works in decentralized organizations. Ritu Narula is the Senior Vice President of Finance and Treasurer at...

What does it take to lead treasury during a once-in-a-generation investment cycle? In this episode, we chat with Andrew Binnie , Group Treasurer at SSE plc and uncover how treasury is powering SSE’s £33 billion transformation - driving strategy, navigating funding, and building purpose-led teams. This week’s guest is Andrew Binnie , Group Treasurer at SSE plc. With an impressive career spanning Vo...

What if your treasury function could run smarter, not harder? David Mazzola , Head of Treasury at Norstella shows how a systems-first mindset turned chaotic spreadsheets into scalable, global treasury operations - and how you can do the same. David Mazzola is the Head of Treasury at Norstella , a global pharma intelligence solutions provider. Known for being “tech-obsessed,” David has led treasury...

What separates a treasury leader from a scorekeeper? In this episode, you’ll learn how to step out of the traditional treasury box and drive strategic, high-impact results across your organization - straight from Scott Paredes who’s done it across multiple industries. Scott Paredes is a seasoned finance and risk management executive known for his innovative strategies and for leading high-performi...

What does it take to transform a lean, manual treasury operation into a global, scalable powerhouse supporting 40+ markets? Alex Chalmers , Group Treasurer at Inchcape , shares how he did just that - while navigating complex M&A, implementing automation, and building regional treasury leadership around the world. Alex Chalmers is the Group Treasurer at Inchcape , the world’s leading independen...

What does it really take to build a treasury function from the ground up in a fast-moving tech company? And why is the mindset of “Fix the Now, Plan for Next” a game-changer for treasury leaders navigating scale and uncertainty? In this episode, we sit down with Michael Scott, Senior Director of Treasury at Toast , whose impressive resume spans industry giants like Dell, HomeAway, Expedia, Dropbox...

What does it take to lead treasury at a global manufacturing powerhouse known for constant expansion? In this episode, we uncover the operational discipline, strategic thinking, and career moves that shaped Bert Jameson’s path to becoming Vice President and Corporate Treasurer at Ingersoll Rand . Bert Jameson is the Vice President and Corporate Treasurer at Ingersoll Rand . With a career that span...

What turns a good treasury professional into a great one? According to Daniel Perez , it’s not just technical skill - it’s transparency, trust, and never settling for the status quo. In this episode, he shares what he's learned over a 25-year journey through retail, insurance, and healthcare, revealing how to build a resilient career and a truly strategic treasury function. This week’s guest is Da...