The Treasury Update Podcast

As additional threats continue to pop up, payment messaging platforms routinely increase their security requirements. Today's podcast host, Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner at Strategic Treasurer, sits down with Christin Cifaldi, Director of Product Development & Analytics at Strategic Treasurer, to discuss the standards and requirements for Swift's Customer Security Programme (CSP). They discuss w...

A few years ago, a company had been solely banking with Silicon Valley Bank. However, due to their success and international expansion, they found themselves needing to implement bank diversification. This move helped them avoid major problems that their competitors faced in early 2023. In today's podcast, we discuss the identification and management of different risks your organization will face....

Effective communication plays a crucial role in all treasury functions, and failing to prioritize the development of communication skills can hinder growth across the board. In today's discussion, we'll hear from Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner of Strategic Treasurer, on just one of the topics covered in the Guide to Excellence in Treasury : effective communication. He talks through action items,...

In our final episode covering FDIC and SIPC, we'll hear from Paul Galloway, Senior Director, Advisory Services at Strategic Treasurer , on the thought process behind optimizing your portfolio when you've reached the limits of FDIC and SIPC coverage. Interested in learning more about insured deposit accounts? Listen to The Treasury Update Podcast episode 186:  Insured Deposit Accounts: Interest Rat...

Are weak third parties affecting the safety of your organization? In today's podcast, Host Craig Jeffery talks with Craig Callé , CEO of Source Callé , about navigating third-party risk with real-world examples. The dialogue covers requirements and inefficiency, as well as the vision for the next ten years.

In today's episode of the 2024 Outlook Series, host Craig Jeffery is joined by Mike Richards to review and predict changes in the treasury recruiting space. Topics of discussion include job shifts post-COVID, recruiting with job boards, and the creation of your own AI bots. The 2024 Outlook Series features interviews with treasury experts about their expectations, projections, and insights for the...

In today's podcast episode, we discuss the distinctions between FDIC and SIPC. This discussion covers why FDIC and SIPC were created, the nuanced differences, and whether enrollment is required for their protection. Listen to: Coffee Break Session #101: What Is FDIC Insurance?   https://strategictreasurer.com/101-what-is-fdic-insurance Coffee Break Session #102: What Is SIPC Insurance? https://str...

In today's episode, Jeff Weaver and host Craig Jeffery discuss key findings from the Liquidity Risk Survey. They discuss impacts of Fed rate increases, the regional bank crisis, and movements in deposits and money funds. Download your copy of the Liquidity Risk Survey Report here: https://strategictreasurer.com/2023-liquidity-risk-survey/ Learn more about Allspring: https://www.allspringglobal.com...

Join us for another installment of the Short-Term Investing Series by Federated Hermes on the Treasury Update Podcast. In this episode, experts from Federated Hermes discuss the nuances of short-term investments, focusing specifically on cash and credit considerations. The conversation touches on credit quality, duration, economic outlook, yield curve, money market funds, managing asset-backed sec...

Join us in this Treasury Update Podcast episode and learn what SIPC stands for, the types of investments it watches over, and the ones it doesn't. Hear from Craig Jeffery as he shares the perks, limitations, and funding of SIPC.

In today's podcast, Craig Jeffery shares multiple new examples of successful fraud cases, including a story that highlights the importance of two-factor authentication and a real-world example of the importance of immediately training new staff on security. He also touches on the recent improvements to and effectiveness of voice deepfakes. Listen in and stay informed on social engineering advancem...

In this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Craig Jeffery discusses bank conversions with April Levin from Superior . They explore the impact on banks and their clients, covering assessment, cost considerations, and managing conversions. The conversation includes leading practices and crucial questions for commercial clients. Learn more at: https://www.superiorpress.com

In this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Craig Jeffery shares what FDIC stands for and the types of deposits it insures. Learn about the limitations and benefits of FDIC coverage and the funding mechanisms that sustain FDIC operations.

In today's episode of the 2024 Outlook Series, host Craig Jeffery is joined by  Lee-Ann Perkins to discuss key items for treasurers to improve in the year ahead. Lee-Ann shares her perspective on the economic landscape, the evolving workforce, and banks' changing agendas. Topics covered range from fraud prevention to ESG, digital currency, and AI/ML. The 2024 Outlook Series features interviews wit...

We are excited to bring you our sixth annual Outlook Series on the Treasury Update Podcast. In this series, we bring you interviews with treasury experts about their expectations, projections, and insights for the year ahead. Today, we'll hear from Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner of Strategic Treasurer, as he sets the stage by retrospectively examining the key trends and challenges encountered by...

In today's Treasury Update Podcast episode, Paul Galloway continues the mini-series on debt funding by sharing insights on three alternative debt funding options: mezzanine debt, convertible debt, and perpetual debt. He shares a basic understanding of their unique functionalities, as well as the strategic reasons treasurers might opt for these alternatives. Tune in for a concise breakdown of what...

In today's podcast, Craig Jeffery sits down with Vikas Shah from LSQ for a discussion on the pressing need for companies to focus on driving cost savings and improving liquidity. Vikas shares specific examples of how businesses are finding cost savings and adding scalability, along with a look into key market challenges such as increased demand, credit deterioration, and the importance of process...

In today's episode, Craig Jeffery discusses key pain points in AR with Bryan Way from Corcentric. They address challenges in payment timing and invoicing processes, emphasizing the importance of better visibility and forecasting. They also discuss key considerations when deciding to build or buy a solution, with a reminder to focus on results over software solutions. This discussion is based on th...

In today's episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Paul Galloway shares three examples of traditional debt funding structures. Listen in as he breaks down syndicated loans, senior debt, and revolvers. Learn what makes each of these financing tools unique and why treasurers may strategically choose one over the other.

The rapid acceleration of new technology adoption significantly impacts the daily operations of providers and treasury professionals across multiple domains. In today's podcast episode, we'll hear from Craig Jeffery and our 3 panelists in an annual Fintech Hotseat panel discussion, this time covering the evolving landscape of treasury technology. Speakers: Craig Jeffery , Managing Partner of Strat...

In today's podcast episode, we'll hear a discussion between Craig Jeffery and Yogaraj Jayaprakasam on the transformative power of generative AI in treasury. They discuss generative AI's transformative impact on communication, reasoning, and domain-specific applicability, as well as how Deluxe is looking at the adoption of AI. Speakers: Craig Jeffery , Managing Partner at Strategic Treasurer Yogara...

In today's episode, we'll hear an insightful discussion on the Future of Treasury Payments. Recorded live at the AFP conference in San Diego, CA, our panelists delve into the world of global payment rails and the strategies companies must adopt to tackle security and operational challenges head-on. Speakers: Paul Galloway, Senior Director, Advisory Services at Strategic Treasurer Philip Anklin, Ch...

In today's episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, we demystify callable CDs. Discover what sets them apart from regular CDs, the reasons banks issue them, whether brokered CDs can be callable, and what happens when a CD is called. Listen in for more information!

In this episode of the Short-Term Investing Series with Federated Hermes on the Treasury Update Podcast, experts from Federated Hermes discuss the 2023 money market reforms. They explain the key changes in liquidity requirements and how they impact government and prime money market funds. The conversation also touches on the evolving interest rate environment. If you're in the finance industry, th...

In this podcast, Craig Jeffery discusses the standout topics that made an appearance at AFP this year. Listen in to this discussion covering RFPs, liquidity worries, and the ever-present staffing dilemmas. What do we see shaping the financial world this year? Download this year's Analyst Report!