MEA Treasurers Podcast

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Welcome to MEA Treasurers Podcast — dedicated for treasury professionals across the Middle East and Africa. Our mission empower, and connect treasurers by providing insights into the latest fintech solutions, treasury tools, platforms, and industry trends. Whether you're managing working capital, navigating FX risks, exploring liquidity structures, or evaluating innovative fintech platforms, MEA Treasurers brings you the conversations, updates, and expertise that matter. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers

  1. Treasury Community

    1D AGO

    Treasury Community

    In this episode we sit down with Patrick Kunz, founder of Pecunia Treasury & Finance and Treasury Masterminds to explore how community, passion, and collaboration can shape your treasury career. From networking and outreach to building a global community, this episode challenges how treasurers think about growth, competition, and success. 00:00 Intro 01:34 Treasury Masterminds origin story 08:54 Treasurers support treasurers 12:08 How important is networking for treasurers? 15:30 How to DM a treasurer 19:19 Passion is power 22:23 Treasury is collaborative 24:35 How to build a community 31:33 Working together vs Competing 35:31 Last remarks Guest Speaker Name: Patrick Kunz Title: Founder at Pecunia Treasury & Finance and Treasury Masterminds LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickkunz82/ Company Link: https://pecuniatf.nl/ | https://treasurymastermind.com/ Host Name: Mohamed Kortam LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokortam/ Watch the Episode on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers/ Subscribe & Stay Updated If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for updates on our latest discussions around the latest in Corporate Treasury for the MEA region. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatreasurers/ A word from our partner: Treasury is changing fast: new risks, new regulations, and new opportunities. So how do you stay ahead? The Association of Corporate Treasurers has been helping professionals globally for nearly 50 years. From qualifications and training to networks, events, and exclusive content, the ACT is where you can grow your skills and connect with a global community of treasury professionals. Become part of a network that gives you a stronger voice and the chance to shape the future of your profession. Visit treasurers.org to find out more.

    38 min
  2. Africa Trapped Cash [ARABIC EPISODE]

    FEB 4

    Africa Trapped Cash [ARABIC EPISODE]

    In this episode of we dive in for a deep, practical conversation on how regional corporates manage trapped cash, FX controls, currency volatility, and liquidity risk across African markets. This episode goes beyond theory. As we share real tools, real decisions, and real trade-offs faced by treasury teams operating in countries with limited FX availability, capital controls, and evolving regulations. If you’ve ever wondered how treasurers actually operate when money can’t move freely — this episode is your answer. 00:00 Intro 01:05 Guest Intro 03:29 Best Way To Start Business in Africa 05:50 The Difference Between a Branch and a Subsidiary 07:00 Why Treasurers Prefer a Branch vs. a Subsidiary 08:47 Expatriating Onshore Cash from Africa 13:25 Structuring The Commercial Contracts 18:30 Operating in Africa as a Subsidairy / Legal Entity 24:34 Angola Case Scenario 29:09 Margin Adjusment Model 32:28 Banks' Relationship Management in Angola 34:32 Nigeria Case Scenario 35:55 The Importance of Involving Treasurers From Initiation 39:00 The Country Playbook 41:46 Nigeria Case Scenario Continued 47:00 Managing Cash Pooling Structures Effeciently 49:44 Using Interco. Loans to Manage Trapped Cash 52:38 Margin Adjustment Agreement in Nigeria 54:05 Final Thoughts & Advice to Treasurers Guest Speaker Name: Mohamed Torayah Title: Regional Treasurer METAP at GE Vernova LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohamed-torayah-ctp-b9aa6496/Company Link: https://www.gevernova.com/ Host Name: Mohamed Kortam LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokortam/ Watch the Episode on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers/ Subscribe & Stay Updated If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for updates on our latest discussions around the latest in Corporate Treasury for the MEA region. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatreasurers/ A word from our partner: Treasury is changing fast: new risks, new regulations, and new opportunities. So how do you stay ahead? The Association of Corporate Treasurers has been helping professionals globally for nearly 50 years. From qualifications and training to networks, events, and exclusive content, the ACT is where you can grow your skills and connect with a global community of treasury professionals. Become part of a network that gives you a stronger voice and the chance to shape the future of your profession. Visit treasurers.org to find out more.

    58 min
  3. RFP Process 101

    JAN 21

    RFP Process 101

    In one of the most practical and revealing episodes yet, Roshun Tulkens walks us through the RFP process from the inside. From building the business case to selecting the right partner — we go deep into the strategy, structure, and psychology behind successful RFPs. Whether you’re launching your first RFP or refining your approach, this conversation is for you! 00:00 Intro 00:58 Guest Intro 01:38 What's an RFP? 02:04 How to Decide You Need an RFP 04:14 Identifying RFP Criteria and Prerequisites 07:50 How Does The Team Look Like During an RFP? 13:40 Collecting Data From Banks 16:02 RFP Step by Step and Timeline 24:39 How To Evaluate an RFP Succesfulness 29:49 Balancing Service vs. Pricing 35:09 How Often We Should Revisit an RFP? 39:59 Final Thoughts and Advice before going for an RFP Guest Speaker Name: Roshun Tulkens Title: Deputy Treasurer at Agility LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roshuntulkens/ Company Link: http://www.agility.com/ Host Name: Mohamed Kortam LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokortam/ Watch the Episode on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers/ Subscribe & Stay Updated If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for updates on our latest discussions around the latest in Corporate Treasury for the MEA region. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatreasurers/ A word from our partner: Treasury is changing fast: new risks, new regulations, and new opportunities. So how do you stay ahead? The Association of Corporate Treasurers has been helping professionals globally for nearly 50 years. From qualifications and training to networks, events, and exclusive content, the ACT is where you can grow your skills and connect with a global community of treasury professionals. Become part of a network that gives you a stronger voice and the chance to shape the future of your profession. Visit treasurers.org to find out more.

    42 min
  4. ACT Certifications

    JAN 7

    ACT Certifications

    In this episode we sit down with Nora Naadu, Regional Treasurer at Nestlé, to uncover the real value of professional certifications in Treasury. From the ACT qualifications to the skills that truly set professionals apart, Nora shares her honest insights on how education, experience, and mindset intersect to build a world-class Treasury career. 00:00 Intro 01:07 Guest Intro 03:06 You Don't Find Treasury, Treasury Finds You! 06:06 The Importance of Human Connection On The Job 09:59 Work Life Balance; Flexibilty, Trust & Ownership 13:46 How To Choose a New Team Member? 18:30 The Importance of Qualifications 22:30 Nora's Certifications Journey 26:05 The Different Treasury Certificates Provided by The ACT 32:00 Choosing The Right Certificate 34:47 ACT Micro-credentials 36:59 The ACT Affiliate Membership 38:10 ACT Certificates Exemptions, Fast-Track & Continued Learning Guest Speaker Name: Nora Naadu Title: Regional Treasurer at Nestle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nora-naadu-sena-mba-fcca-amct-39a97971/ Company Link: http://www.nestle.com/ Host Name: Mohamed Kortam LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokortam/ Watch the Episode on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers/ Subscribe & Stay Updated If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for updates on our latest discussions around the latest in Corporate Treasury for the MEA region. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatreasurers/ A word from our partner: Treasury is changing fast: new risks, new regulations, and new opportunities. So how do you stay ahead? The Association of Corporate Treasurers has been helping professionals globally for nearly 50 years. From qualifications and training to networks, events, and exclusive content, the ACT is where you can grow your skills and connect with a global community of treasury professionals. Become part of a network that gives you a stronger voice and the chance to shape the future of your profession. Visit treasurers.org to find out more.

    43 min
  5. 2025 Treasury Recruitment Market

    12/03/2025

    2025 Treasury Recruitment Market

    What’s really going on in the treasury job market?In this brutally honest episode, Conor McHugh pulls back the curtain on how hiring really works in the UAE. We talk about the questions most people are too afraid to ask — from how salaries are decided to why candidates are ghosted, and what recruiters actually think when they see your profile.It’s uncomfortable. It’s revealing. And it’s exactly what every treasury professional needs to hear in 2025. 00:00 Intro 01:07 Guest Intro 04:30 Working in the Middle East 08:03 Reality of Working in The UAE 14:17 The Treasury Requirements & Challenges in The UAE 23:57 Saudi Arabia's Potential 27:24 Why Recruiters Don't Get Back, and How to Approach Them? 32:51 How to be Visible; Branding, CV, & Networking 40:54 Leveraging Your LinkedIn 46:20 What Employers Are Looking For in Treasurers 48:44 2025 Treasury Salaries in UAE 52:32 Treasury is Booming Guest Speaker Name: Conor Mchugh Title: Founder of Alchemy Search LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-mchugh-acca-57aa0ab1/ Company Link: https://www.alchemysearch.ae/ Host Name: Mohamed Kortam LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokortam/ Watch the Episode on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers/ Subscribe & Stay Updated If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for updates on our latest discussions around the latest in Corporate Treasury for the MEA region. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatreasurers/ A word from our partner: Treasury is changing fast: new risks, new regulations, and new opportunities. So how do you stay ahead? The Association of Corporate Treasurers has been helping professionals globally for nearly 50 years. From qualifications and training to networks, events, and exclusive content, the ACT is where you can grow your skills and connect with a global community of treasury professionals. Become part of a network that gives you a stronger voice and the chance to shape the future of your profession. Visit treasurers.org to find out more.

    55 min
  6. Women in Treasury [ARABIC EPISODE]

    11/12/2025

    Women in Treasury [ARABIC EPISODE]

    In this eye-opening episode, Khaloud Alhammdi shares her candid perspective on being a woman in a high-stakes treasury role. We explore the skills that matter most, the challenges that still persist, and what true progress in the profession really looks like. 00:00 Intro 00:57 Guest Intro 02:23 How a Treasury Journey Looks Like 05:28 Exiting The Comfort Zone 10:11 Banking Treasury vs Corporate Treasury 12:07 How to Approach Change 16:57 How to Set Your Goals 20:41 How to Add Value as a Leader 26:24 Technical Skills Women Need in Treasury 29:53 Being Resilient Approaching New Tech 36:17 What is Next for Women in Treasury Guest Speaker Name: Khaloud Alhammadi Title: Director of Treasury at Abu Dhabi Ports LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khaloud-alhammadi-09804215/ Company Link: http://www.adportsgroup.com/ Host Name: Mohamed Kortam LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokortam/ Watch the Episode on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers/ Subscribe & Stay Updated If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for updates on our latest discussions around the latest in Corporate Treasury for the MEA region. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatreasurers/ A Word from our partner: Treasury is changing fast: new risks, new regulations, and new opportunities. So how do you stay ahead? The Association of Corporate Treasurers has been helping professionals globally for nearly 50 years. From qualifications and training to networks, events, and exclusive content, the ACT is where you can grow your skills and connect with a global community of treasury professionals. Become part of a network that gives you a stronger voice and the chance to shape the future of your profession. Visit treasurers.org to find out more.

    42 min
  7. Tax For Treasurers

    10/29/2025

    Tax For Treasurers

    Treasury and tax are often treated as separate worlds — but can one thrive without the other? In this episode we unpack how tax knowledge influences treasury operations, strategy, and compliance — and why this understanding is becoming essential for treasurers in today’s global landscape. 00:00 Intro 00:54 Guest Intro 03:54 How a To Learn Treasury on The Job 09:38 How to Approach a New Treasury Role 13:45 Managing a Project From Both Tax & Treasury Prespectives 20:25 How Important is Tax For Treasurers 24:06 What's Transfer Pricing & Its Impact on Tax & Treasury 32:53 What's Financial Transfer Pricing & How to Manage it? 35:22 The New Global Minimum Corporate Tax & It's Impact 41:13 The Tax Environment in the GCC 45:35 The Evolution of Tax & Treasury Roles With AI Guest Speaker Name: Mark Hemmings Title: Senior VP Treasury & Tax at Kent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhemmings1/ Company Link: http://www.kentplc.com/ Host Name: Mohamed Kortam LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokortam/ Watch the Episode on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers/ Subscribe & Stay Updated If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for updates on our latest discussions around the latest in Corporate Treasury for the MEA region. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatreasurers/ A word from our partner: Treasury is changing fast: new risks, new regulations, and new opportunities. So how do you stay ahead? The Association of Corporate Treasurers has been helping professionals globally for nearly 50 years. From qualifications and training to networks, events, and exclusive content, the ACT is where you can grow your skills and connect with a global community of treasury professionals. Become part of a network that gives you a stronger voice and the chance to shape the future of your profession. Visit treasurers.org to find out more.

    49 min
  8. Can Stablecoins Be Trusted by Treasurers and Banks?

    10/15/2025

    Can Stablecoins Be Trusted by Treasurers and Banks?

    Everyone is talking about stablecoins — but few are asking the real question: Can they be trusted by treasurers and banks? In this episode, we explore the stablecoin landscape in the UAE and wider Middle East — from regulation to adoption. 00:00 Intro 01:16 Guest Intro 02:16 Why Stablecoins Matter? 07:02 The Evolution of the Stablecoins Space 08:58 How Can Treasurers Accept Stablecoins? 13:07 MESA's Mission to Help Treasurers and Bankers 18:41 Stablecoins Regulators in the UAE 26:12 Banks Involvement With Stablecoins 28:25 How Regulations Legitimise Stablecoins for Treasurers and Banks 32:18 Central Bank Digital Currencies vs. Stablecoins 36:56 Pros and Cons of Digital Currencies 41:00 What's Missing for Stablecoins Adoption by Treasurers Guest Speaker Name: Ramy Soliman Title: Co-Founder Middle East Stablecoin Association LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasoliman/ Company Link: https://mesaofficial.com/ Host Name: Mohamed Kortam LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokortam/ Watch the Episode on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers/ Subscribe & Stay Updated If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for updates on our latest discussions around the latest in Corporate Treasury for the MEA region. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatreasurers/ A word from our partner: Treasury is changing fast: new risks, new regulations, and new opportunities. So how do you stay ahead? The Association of Corporate Treasurers has been helping professionals globally for nearly 50 years. From qualifications and training to networks, events, and exclusive content, the ACT is where you can grow your skills and connect with a global community of treasury professionals. Become part of a network that gives you a stronger voice and the chance to shape the future of your profession. Visit treasurers.org to find out more.

    43 min
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Welcome to MEA Treasurers Podcast — dedicated for treasury professionals across the Middle East and Africa. Our mission empower, and connect treasurers by providing insights into the latest fintech solutions, treasury tools, platforms, and industry trends. Whether you're managing working capital, navigating FX risks, exploring liquidity structures, or evaluating innovative fintech platforms, MEA Treasurers brings you the conversations, updates, and expertise that matter. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MEATreasurers Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meatreasurers

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  • Creator
    MEA Treasurers
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
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