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On this special episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Strategic Treasurer features its 2021 Fintech Hotseat discussion from the AFP Conference. Moderator Uma Wilson puts experts from technology firms, banks, and consultants in the hotseat to answer questions on the future of payments. How are regulations impacting payments? Does speed matter? How does the value of speed compare to other aspects of payments such as: information, finality? What makes for better payments? What current trajectory will end or fail? Which will accelerate? What are the implications with payments based upon trends in globalization, visibility, and open treasury? View the video version here: https://youtu.be/cjERdIMZlpw MODERATOR Uma Wilson of UMB Bank SPEAKERS Jeff Feuerstein of Bottomline Technologies Ben Bianchino of Coupa Software Kristin Robertson of Finastra Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer LLC Listen in to this dynamic discussion about the ideas and developments impacting payments.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery sits down with CTMfile founder and editor Jack Large to discuss relevant content around treasury news, developments and resources. Listen in as they dive into the latest treasury trends and their new work together. Search for Open Treasury on any podcast sharing site! Follow CTMfile on LinkedIn.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery sits down with Brett Turner, CEO and Founder of Trovata, to discuss why real-time cash visibility matters. They explore Brett's career journey in the start-up world, the concept of real-time, steps to achieving true cash visibility and ways to overcome key impediments. Listen in to find out how to access valuable cash insights to position your company for success.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery speaks with Lee-Ann Perkins, Assistant Treasurer of The Passionate Treasurer, on the importance of treasury mentors and soft skills. They share meaningful insights on the necessary elements of mentoring, finding a trusted advisor, becoming a lifelong learner and paying it forward. Tune in to learn how to position yourself and others for career success.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Special Host Meredith Zonsius interviews Founder and Editor Jack Large of CTMfile and Founder and Managing Partner Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer on the reasons and synergies for joining forces. Listen in as they describe their new work together and what lies ahead.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery joins Devanshu Bhatt, Sr. Vice President and Head of Treasury & Risk Solutions at Eka Software Solutions, to discuss how technology advances are impacting all aspects of our business lives and processes. Topics of discussion center around how low-code, no-code, app-based activities within a platform mindset are changing the technology and risk world and leading us closer to the democratization of programming. Listen in to this engaging conversation to find out more.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery interviews Stephanie Villatoro, Global Officer of Treasury at International Justice Mission, on linking treasury to organizational vision. She shares an overview of her career journey to the non-profit world, the powerful mission of the International Justice Mission, and the opportunities and challenges treasury is facing today. Listen in to learn how to better position yourself for success and fulfillment in treasury.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery sits down with Allen Geller, Managing Director of Raines International, to discuss effective networking strategies. Topics of discussion center around understanding how to network, building strategic relationships and discovering valuable insights on how to take your career to the next level. Listen in to this lively conversation to learn more
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery sits down with Chris Clausen, Executive Director of Product Management at Deluxe Corporation, to discuss practices and plans for modernizing and automating accounts payable processes. They examine the influence of recent disruptions, the calibration of various pain points that drive change, and other motivators. Listen in to the discussion to find out more.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery sits down with Holly Olson, Corporate Treasurer at AFL, to discuss strategies for managing treasury. Topics of discussion center around treasury operations with a view to automated payments, risk management, support of global business units, fraud prevention and more. Listen in to learn effective strategies for optimizing treasury operations around the world. To learn more about AFL, please visit www.AFLglobal.com.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery sits down with Allen Geller, Managing Director of Raines International, for valuable insights on how to best utilize recruiters to position treasurers and organizations for success. Topics of discussion center around effective recruiting methods, the importance of diversity in the workplace, strategies for placement success and more. Listen in to learn how to maximize your potential in today's work environment.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Strategic Treasurer kicks off a 3-part podcast series on its Fintech Analyst Reports, revealing the latest developments and trends around new treasury and finance technology. Listen in to Part 1 as Managing Partner Craig Jeffery explores Treasury and Risk Management Systems.
On this special episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Strategic Treasurer features its panel discussion on technology from the 2020 AFP Virtual Conference. Moderator Tom Gregory of TD Bank interviews Todd Yoder of Fluor Corporation, James Lock of J.P. Morgan Chase, Dr. Wolfgang Kalthoff of Coupa, and Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer on the value of new technology and its potential future place in treasury management. Listen in to this lively panel discussion on how modern-day technology is transforming the way treasury and finance organizations do business.
On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Special Host Meredith Zonsius interviews Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner of Strategic Treasurer, on the 2020 year in review. As the new year approaches, they take a look back on treasury topics and trends amid the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the implications of activities to combat the virus that wreaked havoc earlier in the year for most areas of the economy and cover some elements of recovery while looking ahead to 2021. Listen in to the discussion to find out more.
To view the charts and graphics please download the digital Ebook here: https://strategictreasurer.com/payment-fraud-ebook/ On this special episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery narrates from Strategic Treasurer’s executive guide eBook, underwritten by Bellin, on Payment Fraud. With fraud on the rise and payment processes scattered throughout different departments, a treasurer must function as the ‘superintendent’ of payment security, overseeing the policies, controls, and practices others are putting into action. This eBook is intended to help treasury understand and fill that role most effectively by covering the current situation, the threat levels of various types of fraud, common areas of vulnerability, and frameworks and tactics for constructing a solid defense. Listen in to find out more.
On this special episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Strategic Treasurer features its panel discussion on payments from the 2020 AFP Virtual Conference. Moderator Dave Robertson, Managing Director of Deluxe Corporation, interviews Doug Cranston of Bottomline Technologies, Sylvia Rodee of Fifth Third Bank, Leigh Moore of Visa, and Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer on new payment channels and types across the world. Listen in to this lively panel discussion and debate on technology developments, issues, and predictions around payments.
On this special episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Strategic Treasurer features its 2020 Fintech Hotseat Security Panel discussion from the AFP Virtual Conference. Moderator Doug Hartsema, Managing Partner of the Hartsema Group, interviews Chris Gerda, Risk and Fraud Prevention Officer of Bottomline; Scott Lambert, Treasury Managing Director of Cigna; Mohammed Al-Zraiqat, Sr. Financial Crime and Fraud Manager of Bottomline; and Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner of Strategic Treasurer. The questions they explore include the following: What is causing the greatest amount of concern now, and what will supplant that in the future? What mindset changes and activity shifts are required? What are the right security roles, and how can they properly collaborate? What steps must treasury take to continually improve payment security? Listen in to this important conversation on protecting the payments process.
The Treasury Update Podcast host Craig Jeffery kicks off a new series featuring interviews with treasury and finance leaders exploring: challenging situations; fresh ideas, innovative approaches, case studies and recommendations from senior treasury practitioners. These stories from the front provide a transparent look at various industries and challenging situations that provide insights and wisdom to help guide the profession into a proper mindset and approach as we continue the path of recovery. On this first episode of the Stories from the Front series, he interviews LeeAnn Perkins, Assistant Treasurer at ION Geophysical to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the oil and gas industry at large and her story of how they are navigating this disruptive event. Listen in to this conversation and learn some valuable lessons and useful insights.
We’re switching things up for this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast as Mike, our host and Chief Executive at The Treasury Recruitment Company, sits on the opposite side of the mic for his interview with Craig Jeffery of the Strategic Treasurer on his show, The Treasury Update Podcast. The Treasury Update Podcast is a top source for treasury insights and news. So, when Craig reached out to Mike and invited him to appear as a guest on the show, he was more than happy to oblige. On this special episode of the Treasury Career Corner, Mike shares his expertise and insights on the current treasury career market including the rebound from the depths of the Covid-19 economic impact, team management, and so much more. If you’re curious about treasury careers or you want to build your career and catch up on what’s going on within the treasury industry lately, you’re going to get a lot from this episode. On the podcast we discussed… What’s going on treasury career-wise following the economic impact of COVID-19 The pros and cons of treasury teams working from home How treasurers are coping with zoom calls (are introverts handling this new ‘normal’ way of communication as well as extroverts?) How treasury recruitment opportunities differ across different geographical locations How the dimensions of work have changed systemically in the working from home environment What the ‘Salary Survey’ results reveal about shifts in acceleration and deceleration, ongoing trends, and so on What makes treasurers happy in their roles and what makes them want to move on You can find out more about Strategic Treasurer here: strategictreasurer.com/podcast/ (https://strategictreasurer.com/podcast/) 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. send us your CV (https://treasuryrecruitment.com/jobs) 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 click here (http://www.treasurycareercorner.com/itunes/)!
Treasury Update Podcast host Craig Jeffery talks with Maria D'Alessandro, Executive VP and CFO at Hospitality Ventures Management on the hospitality industry in light of the COVID-19 shutdown. They discuss the rapidity of how this disruption unfolded and impacted the business in days. The crisis immediately altered all of the key results and measurements in the hotel business and forced many changes that were both hard and necessary to ensure the organization could survive and recover when the crisis passed. The conversation touches on financial statements, employee impacts, new risks, regulation changes and even opportunities. Listen in to this frank discussion to gain insights for managing risks and responding to immediate threats whatever industry you are in.
Share your voice here: https://treasurycoalition.com/ Special Host Meredith Zonsius sits down at a socially safe distance with Managing Partner Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer to discuss the launch of Global Crisis Monitor, a special series featured on the Treasury Update Podcast. They discuss the purpose and importance of this new series amid the COVID-19 pandemic, its relevance to the global market, and the Treasury Coalition, a new group of treasury-oriented firms. Together, these firms promote a weekly global survey covering critical issues and responses whenever a significant disruption is underway. Listen in to this series every Thursday to learn timely insights and how treasury professionals can help take positive steps to move our organization and nation forward.
Host Craig Jeffery meets up with Treasury Consultant Alexa Cook of Strategic Treasurer to discuss the launch of Coffee Break Sessions, a new show featured on The Treasury Update Podcast. She shares her personal journey in treasury, the purpose and importance of the show, and why it’s relevant to treasury, finance and the business world. Listen in to find out more about this exciting new show released every first and third Thursday of the month.
Banks and corporate treasury groups agree on the top compliance pain - KYC is at the top of the list. On this episode of the Treasury Update Podcast, Host Craig Jeffery talks with Marie-Charlotte Henseval, Head of KYC Compliance Services at SWIFT on Know Your Customer Solutions. Topics of discussion center around the history of SWIFT, KYC principles, and the adoption and experience of banks and corporate treasury groups. Listen in to the discussion to find out more.
On this episode of The Treasury Update Podcast, Managing Director of Strategic Treasurer Craig Jeffery shares valuable insights into the most frequently asked questions in treasury. Topics of discussion center around Accounting, Hedging, Working Capital and more. Join us as we listen into the continuation FAQ’s in Treasury with Round 3. 01:20 – Does accounting matter in Treasury? Where does it matter? Should treasury book the accounting entries? 07:00 – Do you want your hedges to make money? 11:13 – Any differences between publicly held companies vs. private with view to hedging? 13:40 – Do you want more working capital or less? 17:08 – What are the different perspectives of finance?
This new episode of the Treasury Update Podcast is part of our exciting Seismic Shifts in Corporate Treasury series. From technology and payments innovations to compliance and operational shifts, major changes are occurring in our industry today, with some already making formative impacts and others still in the “tremor” stage, signaling future hits. Listen in as Managing Partner Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer reveals insights into how regular data, tagged data, and big data are major contributors to these seismic events creating tectonic transitions and deep-seated shockwaves throughout the treasury industry.
My guest on this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast is Craig Jeffery, the Managing Partner at Strategic Treasurer LLC. Craig is familiar with podcasting as he hosts the ‘Treasury Update Podcast,’ where I had the pleasure to speak from the other end of the microphone as the interviewee rather than the host. In this episode, it’s my turn to take back the mic and interview Craig about how he built his career and where he sees himself and the treasury profession going next. Craig Jeffery formed Strategic Treasurer in 2004 in Metro Atlanta to provide corporate, educational and government entities direct access to cutting-edge, comprehensive assistance with all treasury and financial process needs. He currently serves as managing partner for the firm, as well as founder and host of The Treasury Update Podcast, a leading industry podcast program that recently celebrated one year on-air with a major benchmark of listeners in more than 85 countries. Craig’s 25 years of financial and treasury experience as a practitioner and consultant have uniquely qualified him to lead the Strategic Treasurer team in helping organizations craft realistic goals and quickly achieve significant benefits that carry them into the future. On the podcast we discussed… What prompted Craig to form the Strategic Treasurer Consulting firm Competing with other consulting firms and how Craig’s firm set themselves apart The importance of developing person to person relationships in the treasury consultancy industry How the Strategic Treasurer Consulting firm is structured for their clients, including their USP Why people reach out to Strategic Treasurer What Craig looks for in a potential candidate both from a resume and during the in-person interview How the treasury landscape has changed over time If you would like to get in touch with Craig, you can reach out and 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! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here (http://www.treasurycareercorner.com/itunes/) !
Curious about treasury talent trends and how they may impact your career? On this episode of The Treasury Update Podcast, Craig Jeffery interviews Treasury Talent Founder and Director Simon Lynch on shifting landscapes across the industry on a global scale. Topics of discussion cover the rise of treasury roles among non-bank lenders, the executive demand for relational soft skills in a data-driven world, and the predictions you need for a successful future in treasury. Listen in to find out more.
Nearly all organizations are keenly focused on forecasting. For well over a decade, it has been a top priority for companies. And, they spend far too much time working on their forecast. They run into a variety of pitfalls which impact their forecasting ability, accuracy, and value. Craig Jeffery of the Treasury Update Podcast talks with Mike Zack of GTreasury on the key factors of forecasting success. With a step-by-step approach, they discuss how to systematize your forecast, avoid pitfalls, enhance global visibility and maybe even reduce fraud losses. Listen in to find out how you can better position your organization for success.
On this episode of The Treasury Update Podcast, Isaac Zaubi sits down with Craig Jeffery to analyze and discuss some of the key findings obtained through Strategic Treasurer's 2018 industry surveys. Topics of discussion include the challenges associated with cash forecasting, trends related to treasury technology use, and how corporate fraud experiences differ according to company size. Listen in on the discussion.
When it comes to working capital management there are two primary perspectives: balance sheet and income statement. Failing to properly optimize working capital can hinder an organization's ability to generate profit or it can create liquidity challenges. On this episode of The Treasury Update Podcast, Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner of Strategic Treasurer and Edi Poloniato, Global Head of Working Capital Solutions of Kyriba discuss leading practices for corporate treasury to optimize working capital with an eye to both liquidity and profit.
Ever wonder what it takes to make a treasury project an award-winning treasury project? On this episode of The Treasury Update Podcast, Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer discusses treasury transformation with Jon Burkhead, the Senior Director of Global Treasury at OpenText. This particular transformation included: banking relationships, treasury technology, and banking structures. Listen in as they discuss key elements of the ongoing OpenText transformation story.