The Treasury Career Corner Mike Richards

In this special episode of the Treasury Career Corner, we are delving back into our archives to revisit an insightful conversation with Sean O'Connor now the Director of Treasury at MongoDB, as he shares his journey in the world of treasury.
Sean returns to the show after his initial appearance in 2021 to provide us with an update on his recent endeavours at MongoDB and offers valuable insights into the world of treasury and its future.
In this episode, Sean discusses his career journey, from starting in financial services to eventually finding his passion in treasury. He shares his experiences working in different roles and industries, highlighting the importance of gaining diverse experience in treasury. Sean also discusses the challenges and opportunities he faced in his role at Indeed.com, including setting up a new treasury team and implementing treasury management systems. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration, relationship management, and staying adaptable in the ever-changing field of treasury.
What to Expect:        
Insights into Sean's career journey and how he discovered his passion for treasury.Understanding the challenges and opportunities in setting up a new treasury team.Learning about the importance of gaining diverse experience in treasury.Exploring the role of collaboration and relationship management in treasury.Gaining insights into the future of treasury and the skills required for success.Sean brings us up to date with his current role as Director of Treasury at MongoDB.
You can connect with Sean O'Connor on LinkedIn.
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Join us for this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast as we chat with Neil Wadey, the Group Treasurer of British American Tobacco. Discover his fascinating journey in the treasury field and gain insights into the transformation of BAT from a conglomerate to a global tobacco company.
Neil Wadey is the Group Treasurer of British American Tobacco, a leading consumer goods business with a global presence. With his expertise in treasury and risk management, Neil provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in the industry.
In this episode, Neil shares his career journey, starting from his background in mathematics and his early auditing experience. He discusses his transition to the financial services sector and eventually joining BAT. Neil highlights the company's transformation from a conglomerate to a pure tobacco company and its current focus on reducing health impacts through new categories of products. He also emphasizes the importance of professional qualifications and the role of treasury in business strategy and risk management.
What to Expect:       
Neil's personal journey from auditing to financial services and eventually joining BATThe evolution of BAT from a conglomerate to a pure tobacco companyThe company's focus on reducing health impacts through new categories of productsThe role of treasury in business strategy and risk managementInsights into the future of treasury and the impact of AI and technology
You can connect with Neil Wadey 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. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!
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This week on the Treasury Career Corner podcast, host Mike Richards interviews Vidhi Jain, the Global Treasurer at Qualtrics,an experience management company. Vidhi shares her journey in the treasury profession and the challenges she faced transitioning from banking to corporate treasury.
On the episode Vidhi Jain shares her career journey from starting in banking in India to joining Microsoft's Corporate Treasury team and eventually becoming the Senior Manager within treasury at Nordstrom.
She discusses the unique challenges and experiences she faced in each role, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Nordstrom's treasury operations. Vidhi then talks about her current role as the first treasury hire at Qualtrics and how she is building the treasury function from scratch.
On the podcast we discuss…    
Vidhi Jain's career journey from banking to corporate treasury
The challenges and experiences faced in treasury roles at Microsoft and Nordstrom
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on treasury operations
The role of treasury in an experience management company like Qualtrics
The future of treasury and the importance of investments, forecasting, and AI technology
You can connect with Vidhi Jain 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. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!
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In this extra special episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast recorded LIVE in New York recently, host Mike Richards had the pleasure of interviewing three fantastic treasury professionals about their treasury careers:       
Luke Herbert, VP Assistant Treasurer at GXO LogisticsBurak Yildirim, VP & Treasurer, LVMH North AmericaBrian Harrison, VP Treasury, NBC Universal
This engaging episode features valuable insights and experiences in the treasury field from seasoned treasury professionals. They share their expertise on education, qualifications, and the importance of learning from peers and gaining practical experience.
They discuss the challenges faced in the treasury field and how effective communication and transparency play a crucial role in overcoming them. They also explore the hybrid work model and the integration of technology in treasury, emphasizing the need for flexibility and adaptability in the ever-evolving landscape.
For more information on the Treasury Career Corner LIVE event please visit this link 
What to expect: 
Insights on the significance of education and qualifications in the treasury field.Discussion on overcoming challenges and the role of effective communication.Exploration of the hybrid work model and the integration of technology in treasury.Advice on standing out in the field by taking on challenging projects and networking effectively.Encouragement to continue networking and connecting with treasury professionals for future opportunities.
If you’d like to get in touch with Luke, you can connect with her via her LinkedIn Profile
If you’d like to get in touch with Burak, you can connect with him via his LinkedIn Profile
If you’d like to get in touch with Brian, you can connect with him via his LinkedIn Profile
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In this extra special episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast recorded LIVE in New York at one of our March events, host Mike Richards had the pleasure of interviewing two amazing treasury experts about their treasury careers:
Dana Laidhold - Treasurer at NASDAQChristian Kochan - Senior Vice President, Treasurer at Endeavor
In this episode, Christian and Dana discuss their career journeys and share valuable tips for treasury professionals at all stages of their careers. They emphasize the importance of continuous learning, seeking new challenges, and leveraging networking opportunities. They also highlight the significance of automation and technology in treasury operations.
For more information on the Treasury Career Corner LIVE event please visit this link
What to expect…
Gain insights into the career paths of successful treasurers.Learn tips and strategies for career development in treasury.Understand the importance of networking and building relationships.Discover the role of automation and technology in treasury operations.Get inspired to embrace new challenges and opportunities in the field of treasury.
If you’d like to get in touch with Dana, you can connect with her via her LinkedIn Profile
If you’d like to get in touch with Christian, you can connect with him via his LinkedIn Profile
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. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!
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In this episode, host Mike Richards is joined by Joe Meyer, the Partner and Co-Founder at Claritas Financial LLC, an advisory firm specializing in tax, finance, and treasury for business owners and executives.  Joe has decades of experience in treasury and corporate finance, and he shares his journey and expertise in the podcast.
The episode begins with Joe discussing his career transition from banking to corporate treasury at FMC Corporation, where he was involved in cash management for international subsidiaries. He then moved to FMC Technologies, a spin-off from FMC Corporation, where he played a key role in establishing the corporate treasury department and managing the spin-off process. We discuss the importance of understanding the different functions within treasury and how they impact each other.
The conversation also touches on Joe's experience as treasurer at JBT Corporation, another spin-off from FMC Technologies, where he consolidated various treasury functions and managed the corporate insurance program. He highlights the need for treasury professionals to be curious, pay attention to detail, and constantly seek opportunities to bring value to the organization.
Joe then shares his transition from treasury to consulting, where he continues to work with multinational companies and make a meaningful impact by guiding clients through the intricacies of treasury, tax, and finance. His wealth of experience, combined with a genuine dedication to his clients' success, positions him as a trusted advisor in the ever-evolving landscape of corporate finance.
Listeners can expect to learn about:
Joe’s career transition from banking to corporate treasury The challenges and opportunities in managing treasury functionsThe importance of curiosity and attention to detailTransitioning from treasury to consultingThe value of developing relationships within and outside the organization to better understand the organization's needs and provide strategic solutions.
You can connect with Joe Meyer 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. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!
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