The Treasury Career Corner

Mike Richards
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In this weekly podcast I interview Treasury professionals from across the globe about their treasury careers. I talk to them about their roles, how they built their careers, where they are now and where do they see both themselves and the treasury profession developing. Other areas we talk about include; -Career highlights and lowlights -Where they got their big break -What they see as key to their success -Where do their careers go from here? -What do they see as the future of the Treasury profession As a treasury recruitment company, we also explore treasury talent issues and what they believe is the future for treasury profession?

  1. 10 HR AGO

    Preparing a Company for IPO: The Treasurer’s Critical Role

    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 experience leading high-growth, global technology companies through IPOs, rapid scale, and transformation. A proven partner to CEOs and executive teams, Stef brings deep expertise across capital strategy, liquidity management, FP&A, global operations, and risk management. As a three-time IPO leader, she is known for bringing structure to ambiguity, building high-performing teams, and aligning finance strategy with business outcomes. This conversation dives into the evolving role of treasury in the IPO journey, highlighting why early involvement is essential for success. The discussion covers how treasury supports liquidity planning, establishes financial discipline across organisations, and manages banking relationships during periods of uncertainty. We also explores the importance of embedding cash awareness across teams and ensuring that financial decisions align with long-term business objectives - both before and after going public. What We Cover in This Episode: The role of treasury in preparing a company for IPOWhy treasury should be involved earlier in the IPO processBuilding and maintaining strong liquidity positionsThe importance of free cash flow awareness across the organisationEstablishing financial discipline before and after going publicManaging banking relationships and counterparty riskNavigating periods of financial uncertainty and cash riskTreasury’s role in supporting strategic decision-makingAligning treasury operations with broader business goals You can connect with Stef Layne on LinkedIn. --- 🎙️ Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast - Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your favourite platform: CLICK HERE for 🎧Spotify Podcasts CLICK HERE for 🍏Apple Podcasts Free Guide: Treasury Career Accelerator (Inspired by Stef Layne) In this episode, Stef Layne shares how she made cash visible across the business, her “yo free cash flow” approach. We’ve created a short, practical guide to help you do the same, move from reporting cash to influencing decisions. Download it here: https://treasuryrecruitment.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Treasury-Protection-Guide.pdf

    37 min

  2. 7 APR

    Leading Global Treasury Across Finance, Technology, Consumer Products, Sports and Entertainment

    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 Global Treasurer and Risk Leader at Creative Artists Agency (CAA), where she oversees treasury, liquidity management, and financial risk. She brings extensive treasury leadership experience across multiple industries, including financial services, technology, consumer products, and entertainment. On the show Garima shares how she discovered treasury during an MBA internship and built a career across several industries and treasury disciplines. She explains why developing broad experience early in a treasury career can create a strong foundation for future leadership roles. The conversation also explores how treasury functions evolve within growing organizations, the importance of forward-looking liquidity planning, and how technology and AI are beginning to influence areas such as forecasting, data analysis, and decision-making. What We Cover in This Episode: Discovering treasury during an MBA internship and choosing it as a career pathBuilding early career experience across multiple treasury disciplinesThe advantages of working in lean treasury teams and learning across functionsLeading treasury roles across finance, technology, consumer products, sports, and entertainmentBuilding and evolving treasury capabilities within a fast-moving organizationThe role treasury plays in supporting both strategic initiatives and daily operationsForward-looking liquidity planning and scenario analysisThe growing role of technology and AI in treasury processesDeveloping strong treasury teams and learning from operational mistakesWhat treasury leaders value when hiring and developing talent You can connect with Garima Thakur on LinkedIn. --- 🎙️ Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast - Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your favourite platform: CLICK HERE for 🎧Spotify Podcasts CLICK HERE for 🍏Apple Podcasts 📊 Managing short-term cash and investments - Without the right technology is a huge risk for modern treasurers. Tradeweb changes that! 🎓 Save $150 on CTP & FPAC– Exclusive discounts for treasury professionals – thanks to our trusted partners. 🧠 Leadership Under Pressure – Practical tools and coaching that work – from the team at Gazing Leadership 🧩 What if your whole team had one clear view of your group structure - Fuseable makes it happen 🔐 Managing signatory lists manually? Cygnetise gives treasury teams a smarter, safer way 👉 FIND OUT MORE HERE https://treasuryrecruitment.com/partners/

    31 min

  3. 31 MAR

    Navigating Global Treasury at Moody’s in a Volatile Risk Environment

    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 treasury function at Moody’s Corporation. Deepali Chawla is the Chief Treasury Officer at Moody’s Corporation, where she leads the company’s global treasury function. She brings extensive experience in treasury strategy, financial risk management, and liquidity oversight, along with an international career spanning multiple markets and leadership roles. In this episode of the Treasury Career Podcast, host Mike Richards speaks with Deepali about her journey into treasury and her leadership role at Moody’s. She shares insights on leading a global treasury function, managing risk and liquidity in a volatile environment, and how treasury has evolved into a more strategic business partner. Deepali also discusses the role of technology and forward planning in modern treasury, along with the mindset and skills needed to build resilient teams and successful treasury careers. What We Cover in This Episode: Deepali’s early career journey and transition into treasuryBuilding a career internationally and adapting to new environmentsThe evolving role of treasury within global organisationsLeading the treasury function at Moody’sManaging financial risk and liquidity in a complex global environmentThe importance of forward planning and preparing for potential market disruptionHow technology and automation are reshaping treasury operationsCreating a more strategic and forward-looking treasury functionBuilding and developing high-performing treasury teamsCareer advice for professionals looking to grow within treasury You can connect with Deepali Chawla on LinkedIn. --- 🎙️ Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast - Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your favourite platform: CLICK HERE for 🎧Spotify Podcasts CLICK HERE for 🍏Apple Podcasts 📊 Managing short-term cash and investments - Without the right technology is a huge risk for modern treasurers. Tradeweb changes that! 🎓 Save $150 on CTP & FPAC– Exclusive discounts for treasury professionals – thanks to our trusted partners. 🧠 Leadership Under Pressure – Practical tools and coaching that work – from the team at Gazing Leadership 🧩 What if your whole team had one clear view of your group structure - Fuseable makes it happen 🔐 Managing signatory lists manually? Cygnetise gives treasury teams a smarter, safer way 👉 FIND OUT MORE HERE https://treasuryrecruitment.com/partners/

    38 min

  4. 24 MAR

    How Treasury Builds Credibility with Boards and Rating Agencies

    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 Incyte. When he last appeared, he was SVP & Treasurer at Allergan, leading treasury through significant capital markets activity and transformation. Since then, he has continued to navigate change at scale, bringing experience across financial services, telecom, and pharmaceuticals. In this follow-up conversation, Stephen reflects on his transition from Allergan to Incyte and shares how treasury builds and sustains credibility during defining corporate moments. We discuss capital allocation in pharma, managing leverage through large-scale transactions, and staying strategically relevant in an evolving financial landscape. Stephen also outlines how treasury professionals can deliberately build the exposure, skills, and judgment required to lead at the highest levels - from rating agency presentations to boardroom financing decisions. What We Cover in This Episode: Transitioning from Allergan to Incyte and navigating corporate transformationFinancing multi-billion-dollar acquisitions and divestituresPresenting capital structure strategies to boards and audit committeesBuilding and maintaining credibility with rating agenciesCapital allocation priorities in pharma: R&D, business development, debt reduction and buybacksOperating in both investment-grade and non-investment-grade environmentsDeveloping and mentoring treasury teams for long-term successThe importance of broad treasury exposure across cash management, capital markets and securitizationNavigating compressed deal timelines and capital markets volatilityThe evolving impact of AI, crypto, and cybersecurity on treasury You can connect with Stephen Kaufhold on LinkedIn. --- 🎙️ Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast - Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your favourite platform: CLICK HERE for 🎧Spotify Podcasts CLICK HERE for 🍏Apple Podcasts 📊 Managing short-term cash and investments - Without the right technology is a huge risk for modern treasurers. Tradeweb changes that! 🎓 Save $150 on CTP & FPAC– Exclusive discounts for treasury professionals – thanks to our trusted partners. 🧠 Leadership Under Pressure – Practical tools and coaching that work – from the team at Gazing Leadership 🧩 What if your whole team had one clear view of your group structure - Fuseable makes it happen 🔐 Managing signatory lists manually? Cygnetise gives treasury teams a smarter, safer way 👉 FIND OUT MORE HERE https://treasuryrecruitment.com/partners/

    52 min

  5. 17 MAR

    Building a State-of-the-Art Corporate Treasury From Scratch

    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 leadership, crisis management, and modernization have taught him. Julien Muet leads the global corporate finance and treasury function at TÜV Rheinland Group, a multinational testing, inspection and certification organization operating across industries worldwide. Since stepping into the role, he has centralized governance, strengthened liquidity structures, modernized systems, and positioned treasury as a strategic partner to the business. Seven years after first joining the show, Julien returns to share how he built TÜV Rheinland Group’s treasury function from scratch, navigated the COVID-19 liquidity crisis, and modernized operations through automation and AI. From securing liquidity during uncertainty to embedding technology and strengthening leadership culture, this episode is a practical look at what modern treasury transformation really requires. What We Cover in This Episode: Building and centralizing a global treasury functionDesigning and executing a multi-year treasury strategyStrengthening liquidity through revolving credit facilities and crisis financingLeading treasury through the COVID-19 pandemicImplementing automation and integrating treasury systemsApplying AI in treasury: bots, forecasting, and reportingLeadership evolution: humility, team stability, and hiring philosophyThe future of treasury and the skills professionals need to stay relevant You can connect with Julien Muet on LinkedIn. --- 🎙️ Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast - Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your favourite platform: CLICK HERE for 🎧Spotify Podcasts CLICK HERE for 🍏Apple Podcasts 📊 Managing short-term cash and investments - Without the right technology is a huge risk for modern treasurers. Tradeweb changes that! 🎓 Save $150 on CTP & FPAC– Exclusive discounts for treasury professionals – thanks to our trusted partners. 🧠 Leadership Under Pressure – Practical tools and coaching that work – from the team at Gazing Leadership 🧩 What if your whole team had one clear view of your group structure - Fuseable makes it happen 🔐 Managing signatory lists manually? Cygnetise gives treasury teams a smarter, safer way 👉 FIND OUT MORE HERE https://treasuryrecruitment.com/partners/

    52 min

  6. 10 MAR

    Creating Treasury Structure in a Decentralised World: What Actually Works

    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 Hilco Global, a global financial services firm specializing in asset valuation, advisory, and monetization. With over 20 years of experience, including 18 years at Stericycle, Ritu has led treasury transformations across diverse sectors and geographies. From scaling global teams to managing multi-billion dollar deals, she brings a unique blend of hands-on knowledge and strategic leadership. In this candid conversation, Ritu walks us through her journey from a one-person treasury team to becoming a global finance leader. She shares actionable insights on building centralized treasury operations in decentralized businesses, balancing speed with controls, managing through stress, and adapting leadership styles across cultures. What We Cover in This Episode: Transitioning from a decentralized to a centralized treasury modelLeading treasury through rapid M&A activity and international expansionThe difference between public and private company treasury structuresBuilding trust and credibility in new roles and new culturesCreating shared services from scratch and integrating global operationsLessons in situational leadership and letting go of controlTreasury technology: from Excel chaos to automation and analyticsCultural nuances in global banking and regional operationsTraining and mentoring the next generation of finance professionals You can connect with Ritu Narula on LinkedIn. --- 🎙️ Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast - Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your favourite platform: CLICK HERE for 🎧Spotify Podcasts CLICK HERE for 🍏Apple Podcasts 📊 Managing short-term cash and investments - Without the right technology is a huge risk for modern treasurers. Tradeweb changes that! 🎓 Save $150 on CTP & FPAC– Exclusive discounts for treasury professionals – thanks to our trusted partners. 🧠 Leadership Under Pressure – Practical tools and coaching that work – from the team at Gazing Leadership 🧩 What if your whole team had one clear view of your group structure - Fuseable makes it happen 🔐 Managing signatory lists manually? Cygnetise gives treasury teams a smarter, safer way 👉 FIND OUT MORE HERE https://treasuryrecruitment.com/partners/

    35 min

  7. 3 MAR

    Leading Treasury Transformation at SSE Through a £33bn Growth Investment

    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 Vodafone, BT, and now SSE, Andrew has led treasury through large-scale corporate transformations, capital market transactions, and strategic reorganizations. Andrew shares the inside story of his transition to SSE and how he’s leading the treasury function through one of the UK’s largest investment programs in energy infrastructure. From IPOs and hybrid capital to leadership philosophies and capability building, this episode offers a masterclass in treasury leadership during transformation. What We Cover in This Episode: SSE’s £33bn “Transformation for Growth 2030” investment planTreasury’s role in funding £15bn of that investment through debt and hybrid capitalBuilding and integrating high-performing treasury teamsLeading with clarity, purpose, and a co-created team visionAndrew’s lessons from Vodafone’s M&A, IPO, and high-yield venturesHow BT’s £25bn fiber investment reshaped its treasury functionCareer insights: when to take risks, and when to build foundationsWhy strong leadership and aligned values matter more than job titlesThe importance of communication, planning, and preparation in treasuryTreasury’s evolving role: from support function to strategic enabler You can connect with Andrew Binnie on LinkedIn. --- 🎙️ Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast - Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your favourite platform: CLICK HERE for 🎧Spotify Podcasts CLICK HERE for 🍏Apple Podcasts 📊 Managing short-term cash and investments - Without the right technology is a huge risk for modern treasurers. Tradeweb changes that! 🎓 Save $150 on CTP & FPAC– Exclusive discounts for treasury professionals – thanks to our trusted partners. 🧠 Leadership Under Pressure – Practical tools and coaching that work – from the team at Gazing Leadership 🧩 What if your whole team had one clear view of your group structure - Fuseable makes it happen 🔐 Managing signatory lists manually? Cygnetise gives treasury teams a smarter, safer way 👉 FIND OUT MORE HERE https://treasuryrecruitment.com/partners/

    43 min

  8. 24 FEB

    Lessons from a Tech-Obsessed Treasurer: Scaling Treasury Through Systems

    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 transformations across insurance, tech, and pharma by embedding systems thinking into every function he touches. In this episode, David shares how a deep interest in technology shaped his unconventional path into treasury and helped him drive transformation at companies like QBE, Spotify, and now Norstella. You’ll hear how he implemented treasury management systems across global teams, why many organizations fail at tech adoption, and how automation tools like RPA can radically reduce manual workloads. If you’re a treasury professional looking to modernize your function - or just want to understand how to lead with systems thinking - this episode is packed with practical strategies and real-world lessons. What We Cover in This Episode: How David transitioned from banking operations into corporate treasuryEarly lessons from building treasury systems from scratch at QBEWhy many treasury functions fail at tech adoption - and how to avoid itImplementing KYRIBA across global regions and its organizational impactWhat David learned by contrasting organic treasury builds (like Spotify) with post-M&A integrations (like Norstella)How robotic process automation (RPA) helped slash 20 hours of work into 45 minutesBalancing urgency with control when building treasury infrastructure fastWhy treasury leaders must keep their eyes on liquidity, risk, and future scalingDavid’s take on the future of treasury - from AI to blockchain to better B2B payment flows You can connect with David Mazzola on LinkedIn. --- 🎙️ Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast - Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your favourite platform: CLICK HERE for 🎧Spotify Podcasts CLICK HERE for 🍏Apple Podcasts 📊 Managing short-term cash and investments - Without the right technology is a huge risk for modern treasurers. Tradeweb changes that! 🎓 Save $150 on CTP & FPAC– Exclusive discounts for treasury professionals – thanks to our trusted partners. 🧠 Leadership Under Pressure – Practical tools and coaching that work – from the team at Gazing Leadership 🧩 What if your whole team had one clear view of your group structure - Fuseable makes it happen 🔐 Managing signatory lists manually? Cygnetise gives treasury teams a smarter, safer way 👉 FIND OUT MORE HERE https://treasuryrecruitment.com/partners/

    33 min
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In this weekly podcast I interview Treasury professionals from across the globe about their treasury careers. I talk to them about their roles, how they built their careers, where they are now and where do they see both themselves and the treasury profession developing. Other areas we talk about include; -Career highlights and lowlights -Where they got their big break -What they see as key to their success -Where do their careers go from here? -What do they see as the future of the Treasury profession As a treasury recruitment company, we also explore treasury talent issues and what they believe is the future for treasury profession?

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  • Creator
    Mike Richards
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    430
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 Mike Richards
  • Show Website
    The Treasury Career Corner

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