About this episode
In this LIVE episode recorded from our most recent London event, three top treasury leaders share how they made bold career pivots, took on international roles, and built world-class treasury teams from scratch. Whether you’re early in your treasury journey or eyeing the next big move, this episode is packed with unfiltered advice, leadership insights, and real-world lessons you won’t find in textbooks.Meet the Guests:Brendan Boucher, Group Treasurer at Compass Group PLC Catherine Porter, Head of Treasury at ArupAdam Richford, Group Treasurer at Smith+NephewThese three senior treasury leaders reveal candid insights into their career journeys - from accidental beginnings in the profession to leading treasury functions at globally recognised companies. They open up about the highs and lows of relocating internationally, rebuilding teams from the ground up, and steering organisations through mergers, crises, and major transformation. Their stories offer a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to succeed and stay relevant in the ever-evolving world of corporate treasury.What We Cover in This Episode:How each guest entered the treasury profession - some by accident, others by designNavigating international moves: Brendan’s roles in Vienna and Dubai, Catherine’s return to the UK, Adam’s transition from turnaround finance to global treasuryBuilding and rebuilding treasury teams from the ground upThe importance of adaptability, grit, and learning through challengeLessons from leading treasury functions during the COVID-19 crisisWhy automation isn’t a magic fix - and what treasury leaders should do firstCareer advice for aspiring treasury professionals: education, curiosity, and staying strategic
