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There’s a lot to be learned from books, from mentors, and your peers, but the best teacher of all is experience. That’s why this episode from way back in January 2020 is just as relevant today as it was when we first aired it. Yes, we’ve dug back into our archives once again to revisit a knowledge-packed episode with Karen Molloy, Vice President & Treasurer at Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. Karen delves into the numerous lessons she’s garnered over the span of her 30-year treasury career. She highlights a can-do attitude and the ability to embrace new opportunities as one of the many things that have helped her get ahead. We’re interested to see what’s changed for Karen in the past couple of years, especially considering recent global developments such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Founded in 1857, Northwestern Mutual was founded as the Mutual Life Insurance Company. Headquartered in Milwaukee, the financial security company provides consultation on wealth and asset income protection, education planning, retirement planning, investment advisory services, trust, and private client services, estate planning, and business planning. The company holds more than $125 billion of client assets as a part of its wealth management company and investment services. On the podcast, we discussed… Why working in a mutual company is beneficial The upside of taking a holistic approach to treasury How accommodating a broad perspective helped Karen advance her career How treasury has evolved over the space of 30 years Why treasurers should never slack on development The role of technology in the advancement of treasury Karen’s leadership style and advice for recruiting great team members You can connect with Karen on https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-molloy-ctp-ab84452/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Sometimes career progression is a linear rise through the ranks, but other times, it's sporadic growth that shoots treasury professionals to their dream roles. Someone who’s experienced this first hand is Chris McConnachie, the CFO at National Grid. Chris joined National Grid in 2008, occupying several treasury roles in London before moving to the US in 2012 to guide the US function through their Global Treasury Systems Implementation. From 2013 to 2015, Chris was treasurer of the company’s US business and, more recently, served as NY Controller and Head of US Business Services before starting in his current role as CFO in 2021. National Grid is one of the world’s largest utilities, focused on delivering energy safely, efficiently, reliably, and responsibly. As an international electricity and gas company, they are one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world and play a vital role in delivering gas and electricity to many millions of people across Great Britain and North-Western US. On the podcast we discussed… Chris’ introduction to finance and treasury Chris gives some insight into his time at Northern Rock before its insolvency How Chris transitioned to the international treasury scene Why having a long-term view is beneficial How US treasury differs from UK and European treasury How Chris transitioned from a treasury role to a controllership role The right frame of mind for career progression Why considering multiple routes to a successful career is beneficial You can connect with Chris on https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mcconnachie-3434362a/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

To use emerging technology, or not to use emerging technology? It’s a debate as old as time. Though things have definitely changed since we last spoke with Felix Meyer, Corporate Treasury Business IT Manager at ABB Capital B.V., this debate is still highly relevant. As Felix highlights in this episode of the Treasury Career Corner, treasurers are not known for their risk-taking streak. That’s what often holds them back from embracing emerging technology. However, now more than ever, the role of technology in treasury cannot be downplayed. Felix explains why technology is such an integral part of treasury and why it’s important to stay open to new ideas, technology, and advancements. ABB is a global treasury technology leader and a driver behind the digital transformation of many industries. With over 130 years under its belt, ABB operates globally in more than 100 countries, with about 147,000 employees. On the podcast we discussed… How Felix got his start in technology Felix’s fascination with automation Why technology is necessary for treasury operations The effect of new systems on the treasury unit What keeps Felix enthusiastic about treasury technology The future impact of technology on treasury Felix’s advice for aspiring treasurers You can connect with Felix on https://www.linkedin.com/in/felix-meyer-5642141/?originalSubdomain=ch (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Building your career is not something you simply lay the groundwork for in the beginning and hope it grows naturally. No matter what stage of your career you’re at, you need to nurture it and put the time and effort into growing and developing your skills. Someone who lives by that is Lee-Ann Perkins, the Assistant Treasurer at Specialized Bicycle Components. Lee-Ann joined the Treasury Career Corner back in 2019, but we’ve dug back into the archive to revisit her fantastic episode. Lee-Ann explains how she has always been driven to learn new things and nurture her career. Back when the episode first aired, she was the Assistant Treasurer at ION Geophysical. She joins us again in this episode for a catch-up on what she’s been up to since. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Morgan Hill, California, Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc., is an American company that designs, manufactures, and markets bicycles, bicycle components, and related products under the brand name "Specialized," as well as the premium and professional-oriented "S-works". On the podcast we discussed… How Lee-Ann got started in treasury The changes she’s witnessed in the industry Why you need to understand the business and industry you’re in Lee-Ann’s four “Ns” for managing your career What Lee-Ann has been up to since the episode first aired Her work-life balance advice for working remotely You can connect with Lee-Ann on https://www.linkedin.com/in/leeannperkins/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

If the past couple of years have proven anything, it’s that change is inevitable, especially in a field as dynamic as treasury. So, how do you build a career that will last through both good and tough times? Larry Tolep, VP of the North American Regional Treasury Center, and VP and Treasurer for Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. joins this episode to give us the lowdown. He joined Volkswagen Group of America in 2005 as the Assistant Treasurer for the company and many of its subsidiaries. A year later, he became the Treasurer. Prior to working at Volkswagen, Larry had multiple treasury and financial management roles at both Kmart Corporation and Xerox Corporation. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, the company has approximately 8,000 employees in the United States and sells its vehicles through a 1,000-strong dealer network. On the podcast we discussed… How Larry discovered finance and transitioned to treasury What influenced Larry’s choice to move from retail to automobiles Why CTP is one of Larry’s passions The importance of knowing the right people How to help others achieve their career goals Why team leaders should embrace an honest approach Why you should approach interviews as a two-way street How Larry handled challenges that popped up in the course of his career The importance of being an approachable team leader What Larry sees in the future of treasury You can connect with Larry on https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-tolep-47636b4/ (LinkedIn).

Hitting 200 podcast episodes is no easy feat, and in light of that, we’re going back to where it all started… We’re revisiting our very first episode of The Treasury Career Corner podcast, where we spoke with Sarah-Jane Hall, SVP Treasury at GSK, about the ins and outs of working in global treasury. When last we spoke, Sarah-Jane was the Group Treasurer, Pension Investments & Insurance at GlaxoSmithKline PLC. In that role, she was in charge of debt and investments, oversight of the GSK’s global treasury activities and insurance coverage for the group. Since then, she’s transitioned to the SVP Treasury role and has assisted with the demerger of GSK’s consumer business, having taken semi-retirement in 2021. Sarah-Jane is a Fellow of the Association of Corporate Treasurers and a member of the ACT Technical Committee. She holds a BSc in Psychology from Exeter University. On the podcast we discussed… How Sarah-Jane got her “accidental” start in treasury How her role evolved over time The differences between domestic and global treasury Why determination is vital for career success How treasury systems and processes have changed Why the right team culture is so important Why teamwork is vital in treasury (and across other fields) The challenges Sarah-Jane foresees in the future of treasury Sarah-Jane’s advice for people looking to be global treasurers You can connect with Sarah-Jane on https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-jane-hall-52111b159/?originalSubdomain=uk (LinkedIn).

We are going back into our archive to bring you one of our all-time favourite episodes of the podcast featuring Kim Masucci, a Fortune 500 Treasury Executive. Kim joins me on this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast to talk about her fascinating career in treasury. She possesses over 20 years’ experience in finance, 14 of those years in treasury-specific roles at United Technologies (now Raytheon), Otis, and Linde. Throughout her 14 years in treasury-specific roles, she has mostly had operational roles focused on FX and intercompany lending, domestic cash management, netting, internal dividend program, and capital markets. She also spent a year in FP&A focused on board presentations for the CFO, economics, and incentive compensation. More recently, she was a director of foreign exchange and intercompany lending at Otis Elevator. On the podcast we discussed… How Kim got started in treasury and finance from her university days to now Why Kim was interested in treasury How Kim progressed through different roles within the same company Kim talks about her experience as Associate Director of capital markets How the pandemic has impacted Kim and her career Tips to help treasurers adjust to the recent changes What Kim looks for in resumes and potential new team members Kim shares her key tips for other treasurers Kim shares what she has been up to since the last podcast The common themes Kim is seeing in treasury postings today If you want to get in touch with Kim, you can connect with her on https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-masucci-b6959327/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Transitioning through roles is a vital part of building a successful treasury career. But as it is with most things, there’s a right and wrong way to do it. To share her journey from staff accountant to the Director of Treasury for Victoria’s Secret & Co., Summa Simmons joins this episode of Treasury Career Corner. In her present role, Summa Simmons is entrusted with accurately and efficiently funding the company’s operational and strategic initiatives in accordance with business and industry standards. Some of her previous roles include Assistant Treasurer for Cardinal Health Inc., NiSource Inc, Director of Treasury Operations for GE Capital, and other leadership roles within Morgan Stanley’s controllership organisation. Victoria’s Secret & Co. (VS&Co), through Victoria’s Secret and Victoria’s Secret PINK, is one of the most recognisable retailers in the world with unparalleled brand awareness. Their brands are in 72 countries, and they have almost 1,400 store locations globally and nearly 80 million followers on Instagram alone. They have a highly talented, global team of more than 30,000 associates in their stores, distribution centres, and home offices and foster an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. On the podcast we discussed… How Summa got started in finance Her transition from the corporate world to financial services How Summa adjusted to corporate life in terms of scale The importance of understanding the “why” behind your role Why it’s important to build relationships within treasury teams How Summa handled an organisational and cultural shift Why it’s beneficial to join employee resource groups The importance of marrying your soft skills with your passion You can connect with Summa on https://www.linkedin.com/in/summasimmons/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Do you want to know how to build a successful career in treasury? Then you’re in luck. We’ve had a look back through our archives to bring you this informative episode full of actionable tips on how to progress in your career. With over 20 years rising through the ranks in the same company, it’s safe to say that Paul Miseré, the Senior Treasury Director at Medtronic, knows a thing or two about getting ahead. Drawing from his wealth of experience, Paul takes us through his career and the strategies he used to forge ahead. Paul joined Medtronic back in 2002 and has worked his way up from being fresh-faced in the industry to being Senior Treasury Director today. Founded in 1949, Medtronic is a global healthcare solutions company committed to improving lives through its medical technologies, services, and solutions. Since beginning 60 years ago, their mission has remained the same: to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life for people around the world. To meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals around the globe, they operate from more than 370 locations in approximately 160 countries. On the podcast we discussed… How Paul got his start with Medtronic How Paul handled his first leadership role Lessons from how Paul manages his team members Paul’s take on formal training vs. on the job training Paul’s approach to staying innovative after working for one organisation for 20 years What key developments Paul sees in the future of treasury How Medtronic measures success Paul’s advice for people looking to progress in treasury How the pandemic has affected Paul’s day-to-day How Paul has evolved since taking on a higher role You can connect with Paul on https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-misere-b2068a2/?originalSubdomain=nl (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Do you want to take your treasury career to new heights? If so, this is the episode for you! We went back into our archive to bring you one of our all-time favourite episodes of the podcast featuring VP and Treasurer of https://www.dow.com/en-us (Dow Inc)., Gary McGuire. Gary leads a global team of over 100 treasury professionals managing all aspects of Dow’s finances which include Funding, Operations, Planning, Customer Financial Services, Insurance, Pension, Financial Risk Management, Compliance, Corporate Real Estate, and Enterprise Wide Risk Management. Gary joined Dow Canada in 1988 as a Materials Management Analyst in Sarnia, Ontario and later moved to Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. He held several positions in Materials Management before joining the Treasury group of Dow Canada in Sarnia, Ontario. Gary is President and CEO of Liana Limited and Dorinco Reinsurance Company (a wholly owned subsidiary of Dow), in addition to serving on the boards of both companies.  He is chairman of Dow’s Investment Committee, and also a member of the Liana Finance Committee and Dow’s Benefits Governance Finance Committee (BGFC). As you can see, Gary has accomplished many great things throughout his career and openly shares his experiences and tips with us on The Treasury Career Corner podcast. If you want to keep climbing the treasury career ladder, Gary’s words of wisdom will help you get there! On the podcast we discussed… How Gary first got started in treasury How Gary progressed up the career ladder to his current VP position Important lessons from Gary’s time away from Dow A look at how to integrate pension into treasury How Gary’s responsibilities grew the further he climbed up the career ladder Possible challenges treasurers face in similar companies to Dow Gary shares his predictions for the future of treasury The importance of leveraging bank relationships How to stand out from other candidates seeking the same treasury roles as you Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

The labour market is changing fast, and with it, the idea of what competencies and skills employees require to thrive. Vice President and Head of Treasury and Tax at the Functional Center of Excellence in Equinor ASA, Tor Stian Kjøllesdal, believes that we’re moving away from simply assigning roles to anyone who’s qualified to actually delegating responsibilities based on people’s competencies. He joins the Treasury Career Corner to discuss what it takes to bring out the best in employees, team members, and leaders. He also shares some insights into how Equinor ASA plans to “utilise competency and capacity in a more efficient manner.” Tor Stian is responsible for all shared services deliveries within Treasury and Tax. The area is also the resource pool for all Treasury and Tax professionals working across the company. Before taking the role in June last year, Tor Stian has had several leadership positions within Treasury and Cash Management in Equinor. He holds a Master’s degree in Economics and Business Administration from the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH). Equinor is an international energy company formerly called Statoil. They have approximately 21,000 committed colleagues developing oil, gas, wind, and solar energy in more than 30 countries worldwide. As the largest operator in Norway, they are among the world’s largest offshore operators and a growing force in renewables. They are the leading operator on the Norwegian continental shelf and have substantial international activities. Engaged in exploration, development, and production of oil and gas, as well as wind and solar power, they also sell crude oil and are a major supplier of natural gas, with activities in processing, refining, and trading. Their activities are managed through eight business areas, staff and support divisions, and they have operations in North and South America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Oceania, and Norway. On the podcast we discussed… How Tor Stian transitioned from football to treasury How sports values helped Tor Stian in his treasury career Why creating an atmosphere of trust is vital for leaders The importance of embracing innovation How Tor Stian approaches leadership Why focusing on competency works Tor Stian’s advice to anyone building a treasury career You can connect with Tor Stian onhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tor-stian-kj%C3%B8llesdal-623b0341/ ( LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Getting to the top of your field isn’t just about a bit of elbow grease. You need a good strategy. A strategy can help you harness your strongest capabilities and channel them into achieving both long and short-term treasury career goals. Stephanie O’Leary, the former Vice President of Treasury & Risk Management at Indigo Ag., joins this episode of the Treasury Career Corner to share snippets from her successful treasury journey. She also delves into the strategic nature of treasury and why it’s important to embrace that wholly as you build your career. Stephanie is a trusted advisor to senior leaders and has been successful at providing vision and leadership for high-performance finance organisations. She combines over 25 years of in-depth technical expertise across the financial services industry with the recognised ability to think strategically, drive results, and reduce risks. Most recently, Stephanie was the first Treasurer for a unicorn "ag-tech" start-up, Indigo Ag, where she built the global Treasury and Risk Management infrastructure and secured a first-in-market IP insurance-backed credit facility in excess of $100M. Prior to Indigo, Stephanie spent 13 years at Wellington Management in the finance function, with promotions to Managing Director & Treasurer. She led their debt raising and capital structuring efforts, secured and maintained their S&P rating, developed and implemented a corporate investment portfolio, and oversaw insurance risk management. Her background also includes roles as a divisional CFO for AIG, a management consultant in the financial institutions group at A.T. Kearney, and a bank examiner for the FDIC. Stephanie holds an MBA in Finance and Strategic Management from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and an AB in English cum laude from the College of the Holy Cross. On the podcast we discussed… How Stephanie discovered the world of finance and treasury What Stephanie found appealing about treasury Stephanie’s treasury ethos Why treasury is more strategic than other business functions Why execution and delivery are important in a treasury career Stephanie’s advice to aspiring treasurers You can connect with Stephanie on https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-oleary/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Where do you see your career in the next five years? This is a question that many have a rehearsed answer to in their heads. Some have even learned to answer quite creatively. But when it comes down to the nitty-gritty and the ever-changing landscape of treasury, the path towards career longevity can be a bumpy one. In this episode of the Treasury Career Corner, Rando Bruns, the Group Treasurer at Merck KGaA, shares some of the principles he’s stuck to that have contributed to his impressive treasury career. He gives some background on his time at Merck and how he learned to think long-term and hone in on core processes that have contributed to their organisational longevity. Founded in 1668 in Darmstadt, Germany, Merck is the world's oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company. As a vibrant science and technology company, they believe in science as a force for good, and they aim to make a positive difference in millions of people’s lives every day. Merck's passion for science and technology is what drives its 58,000 employees in 66 countries to find solutions to some of today’s toughest challenges and create more sustainable ways to live. On the podcast we discussed… What inspired Rando’s move from banking to treasury How Rando’s banking experience fed into his treasury role The difference between the 90s and modern-day treasury The benefit of more global and diverse roles Why Rando has worked with Merck for 17 years What Rando looks for in new hires Rando’s advice for treasury professionals at all stages You can connect with https://www.linkedin.com/in/rando-bruns-5a77a751/ (Rando Bruns) on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Treasury is an ever-changing industry. As such, it always needs dynamic, proactive people who are willing to learn and grow. According to this week’s Treasury Career Corner guest, this has been the key to succeeding in this career. Andrew Hawes, the Group Treasurer at Innospec Inc, explains that you need to learn as much as possible about your role, about the business, and about the people around you to climb ahead in your career. Andrew’s held multiple roles in treasury, including Group Treasurer at Brammer Group, Group Treasury Manager at Speedy Hire PLC, and Pensions & Treasury Analyst at Renold PLC. Innospec Inc. is a global chemical company with manufacturing, research centres, and operations in 24 countries. The company provides chemicals, additives, and formulations for markets including agrochemicals, construction, fuel additives, home care, metal extraction, oilfield, personal care, polymers, and waxes. Innospec Inc. currently employs approximately 1,900 talented professionals globally. On the podcast we discussed… How Andrew moved from accounting to a treasury career How Andrew’s career was affected by the 2008 financial crisis Why the key to success is always learning and being proactive Why soft skills are so important in treasury Andrew’s tips for new treasurers You can connect with Andrew on https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-hawes-5371181b/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

A long career is never 100% fun and games. There are plenty of hurdles to jump over, lessons to be learned, and experience gathered along the way. Rob Farrow, the General Manager of Corporate Treasury at SABIC, joined this episode of the Treasury Career Corner to share some of the key lessons he learned during the course of his 40-year treasury career. With a wealth of experience spanning over several continents, it’s safe to say that he knows a thing or two. Rob has worked in global treasury and finance leadership for companies such as Ford Motor Company, General Electric, Alghanim Industries (Kuwait) and most recently as VP Treasury and Business Strategy for Itron Inc. in Spokane, Washington. While in his various roles, his work has included responsibilities for P&L delivery, debt and equity funding, project finance, cash management, FX commodity and interest rate management, collections, M&A, business strategy and insurance.  SABIC is a global leader in chemicals headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. From making cars and planes more fuel-efficient to helping conserve the world’s water supply and enabling colourful smartphone cases, they find solutions to the challenges of today to help their customers achieve their ambitions and build a better tomorrow. The company has more than 33,000 employees worldwide and operates in more than 50 countries. They equally have significant research resources with innovation hubs in five key geographies – USA, Europe, Middle East, North-East Asia, and Southeast Asia. On the podcast we discussed… How Rob got his start in treasury The importance of being open to help and advice What Rob learned in his early years as a treasurer How Rob and his different teams braced challenges in treasury Why it’s important to level up your skills How Rob manages his global team in the midst of the pandemic Rob’s take on the biggest shifts and changes in treasury Rob’s advice to aspiring and current treasurers You can connect with Rob on https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-farrow-18b34313/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Of all the tools and skills you need under your belt for a career in treasury, networking might be the most important. Networking can help you learn and grow in your field, find new opportunities, solve problems, and also improve open communication across teams. Alan Goldblatt, Vice President, Treasurer Farmer Mac, joined this episode of The Treasury Career Corner podcast to talk more about it. Since August 2020, Alan has led the debt capital markets team covering areas of debt funding, liquidity investments, and asset/liability management. Prior to joining Farmer Mac, Alan served as VP of Finance and Treasurer at Blackboard Inc., a leading global education technology firm. While at Blackboard, Alan held leadership roles in Capital Markets, Investor Relations, Payments Processing, Treasury Operations, and Mergers & Acquisitions. In addition, Alan served as Assistant Treasurer at TerraForm Power and Senior Policy Advisor for Capital Markets at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, with a focus on housing finance reform. He also served as VP of Finance at Fannie Mae, Treasurer at American Management Systems (now CGI Corp), and Financial Risk Manager at Mobil Oil (now ExxonMobil). Alan is a licensed CPA and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Lehigh University and an MBA from the Darden School at the University of Virginia. The Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (Farmer Mac) is a stockholder-owned, government-sponsored enterprise or "GSE" created by Congress to improve the availability of long-term credit for America's farmers, ranchers, rural homeowners, businesses, and communities. Farmer Mac accomplishes this public policy mission by providing a secondary market for qualified agricultural mortgage loans, rural housing mortgage loans, rural utilities loans, and the guaranteed portions of agricultural and rural development loans guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. On the podcast we discussed… Alan’s background in finance and treasury The differences between working at private firms and government entities How treasurers help a wider business’ needs Why treasurers need to be proactive and prepared for the future Why networking is one of the most important parts of a treasury career How open dialogue across teams can help problem-solving You can connect with Alan Goldblatt on https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanpgoldblatt/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

There’s never been a better time to embrace the dynamic nature of the field of treasury. However, this Treasury Career Corner guest has specific ideas when it comes to the areas where change needs to be embraced more. Adesola Orimalade, the Director of Treasury at Kiwi.com, joins this episode to discuss the importance of being more intentional about the future of treasury as well as the need to embrace diversity in terms of skills and personnel. Before landing his role at Kiwi.com, Adesola worked in the banking industry where he got his first taste of what treasury entails. While moving to the UK required him to start his career from scratch, he climbed through the ranks working at organisations like the Bank of America, the Hogg Robinson Group and Orsted Limited. Adesola is also a published author and motivational speaker. Founded in 2012, Kiwi.com is an online search engine allowing users to combine transportation from non-cooperating carriers. Self-connect travel itineraries allow users to combine flights and ground transportation from over 800 carriers. In October 2017, Kiwi.com was named the fastest-growing technology company in Central Europe by Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 Central Europe in the Rising Star category. Just a year later, in June 2018, Kiwi.com was named best Czech start-up by Forbes Magazine second year in a row. In November 2019, the company announced a change in its vision to become the first Virtual Global Supercarrier and won the People’s Choice Award at the Phocuswright Conference in Miami. On the podcast, we discussed… How Adesola transitioned into treasury Why building a diverse portfolio is beneficial How he built his career twice Why building relationships with team members is vital The importance of creating an awareness of treasury as a career Adesola’s top advice for treasury professionals You can connect with Adesola on https://www.linkedin.com/in/adesola-harold-orimalade/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

It’s been a tough couple of years across all industries due to the pandemic. Perhaps even more so for treasury since that’s where the “cash” is concentrated. In this episode of The Treasury Career Corner, Stuart Gray, the Director of Group Treasury & Corporate Finance at NATS, takes us through the effects of various global crises on treasury. Stuart previously held various financial roles in organisations such as HSBC Bank and PWC. Additionally, he holds an AMCT qualification and is an ICAEW Chartered Accountant. Established in 1962, NATS is at the forefront of Air Navigation Services in the UK. Each year, the organisation handles over 2.5 million flights across the UK airspace and the North Atlantic. They provide air traffic services to 14 airports in the UK, including Gibraltar and work in partnership with the UK military, airports, airlines, aviation authorities and governments in over 30 countries to provide and deliver a quality service and operation in aerodrome, engineering, data and consultancy. On the podcast we discussed… How an interest in hockey led to Stuart’s start in financial services (and eventually, treasury) How Stuart’s team handled challenges due to 9/11 and COVID The challenges Stuart foresees in treasury How Stuart’s team maintained their relationship with banks amidst the crises The importance of curiosity and ambition You can connect with Stuart on https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-gray-1b039a/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

In a field like treasury, competency is often more highly valued than useful, yet generic knowledge and skills. It’s important to not only develop competencies that align with your organisation’s mission and values but to also build yourself as a treasury professional in your own right. George Terziev, the VP Head of Group Treasury at Hitachi Energy, joined this episode of the Treasury Career Corner to discuss ways you can develop your competence in treasury. With 22 years transitioning through various financial and treasury roles with Dow, it’s safe to say that George is no newcomer to advancing in the field. Headquartered in Zurich, Hitachi Energy is a global technology company that is at the forefront of sustainable energy. They provide a wide range of solutions and services for clients across the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors. With installed bases in over 140 countries, Hitachi employs over 38,000 people and generates a business volume of about $10 billion. On the podcast we discussed… The evolution of George’s career from financial risk to treasury Why experience outside treasury is as important as specialisation Why trust and competency are important in treasury What George considers when assessing team members Why George values continuous learning and education You can connect with George on https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-terziev-baa6687/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!

Building a career in treasury can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. The great news is that while there are so many facets of treasury, there are basic principles that will give you a leg up. To give out handy pointers to anyone looking to build a career in treasury, Paul Hussey, Corporate Treasury at SABIC, joined this episode of the Treasury Career Corner. Paul wasn’t always in treasury. He got his start in the banking industry working at the Central Bank of Ireland, Dublin. His first treasury role was at the Legal and General Group Treasury in London, and he’s transitioned through various roles all leading up to his current role at SABIC. SABIC is a global leader in chemicals based in Saudi Arabia with its headquarters domiciled in Riyadh. With more than 33,000 employees spread across 50 countries, the organisation identifies and develops opportunities in key markets such as construction, energy and medical devices. Still pushing towards innovation, SABIC has significant research resources and hubs in USA, Europe, North East Asia, South East Asia and the Middle East. On the podcast we discussed… ● How Paul transitioned from banking to treasury ● Why having front, middle and back-office understanding is vital in treasury ● Why international experience is valuable ● How treasury boils down to “cash” ● The importance of being open to change You can connect with Paul on https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-hussey-abb05b7/ (LinkedIn). Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury? Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs (Find out more here). Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-treasury-career-corner/id1436647162#see-all/reviews (click here)!