Episode 267: Treasury Challenges in a Sub-Investment Grade Company with Karen Van Den Driessche

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast!In today's episode, we discuss Treasury Challenges in a Sub-Investment Grade Company and more with Karen Van Den Driessche.Karen is a treasury veteran with 25 years of experience. She is the president of ATEB, the Belgian treasurers' association, for nine years. In Belgium, the Association of Treasury Experts (ATEB) brings together finance and treasury professionals, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing to elevate the treasury field and fortify the nation's financial landscape.In the episode of today, expect to learn:What being sub-investment grade as a Company actually means, especially for the Treasurer?What financing alternatives can treasurers use when a company is downgraded to sub-investment grade?How can treasurers manage higher borrowing costs post-downgrade?How can treasurers mitigate the impact of a lower credit rating?What skills and tools are essential for treasurers in a sub-investment grade setting?And… much more!Links & ReferencesKaren on LinkedIn: Click Here.ATEB Website: Click HereOntex Website: Click here__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at contact@corporate-treasury-101.com----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://www.corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast!In today's episode, we discuss Trends in the Payment Industry and how they impact Treasurers, with Bruno Mellado from BNP Paribas.Bruno Mellado is the Global Head of Payments and Receivables at BNP Paribas. With expertise in cash management and payments, he excels in delivering client-driven solutions by leveraging innovative technologies and collaborates seamlessly with corporate clients, IT organizations, and Fintech partners to navigate market and regulatory changes.BNP Paribas is a prominent European bank with a global footprint spanning 65 countries. The bank excels in Commercial and Personal Banking, Investment and Protection Services, and Corporate and Institutional Banking, providing comprehensive financial solutions for individuals, businesses, and institutions worldwide.In the episode of today, expect to learn:What is happening in the Payment space lately?What B2B Payments, Real Time Payments, e-invoicing and ISO 20022 are?How have changes in technology and regulations affected Treasurers in the Payments world over the past few years?How to make your case as a Treasurer to lead your transformation journeyWhat is BNP doing in this space to help their clients embrace change?And… much more!Links & References:Bruno on LinkedIn: Click Here.BNP Paribas Website: Click Here.__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at [email protected].

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast!In today's episode, we discuss Short Term Investment in Challenging Economic Times and more with Oscar Coyle from TreasurySpring.Oscar Coyle currently serves as the Head of Corporate at TreasurySpring, where he has been shaping the corporate strategy. TreasurySpring is a FinTech that enables businesses to access Fixed-Term Funds which offer the chance for clients to invest surplus cash with banks, governments and SSAs (supras, sub-sovereign and agencies). As of today, they have managed over $75bn worth of flows with clients ranging from listed corporates to financial institutions as well as SMEs and VC backed companies.In the episode of today, expect to learn:How Short Term Investment has evolved over the past yearsWhat are the short-term investment choices offered to Treasurers nowadaysHow do rising interest rates affect treasurers' short-term investment strategy?How should treasurers manage cash and risk in a rising interest rate environment?What does TreasurySpring offer for corporate short-term investments compared to traditional MMFs?And… much more!Links & ReferencesOscar on LinkedIn: Click Here.TreasurySpring Website: Click Here__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at contact@corporate-treasury-101.com----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://www.corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast!In today's episode, we will be discussing, building a personal brand in treasury and how that's gonna help your career with Ernie Humphrey from Treasury Webinars.Ernie is a seasoned Treasury Leader and CTP. Besides his financial expertise, he's also a stand-up comic. Ernie has been part of numerous webinars, where he talks or guides discussions, offering valuable advice for the success of treasury and finance professionals. He is a man with amazing sports coats who always brings passion and energy to the table.Treasury Webinars provide insightful leadership with a touch of personality. Thousands of treasury and finance professionals rely on Treasury Webinars to stay informed, enjoy the learning process, and earn CPE credits with a smile.In the episode of today, expect to learn:What is a personal brand?Why is personal branding particularly important for professionals in the treasury space?What is the step to build our personal brand?When do we get to leverage and harvest the fruits of our personal brand? And… much more!Links & References:Ernie on LinkedIn: Click Here.Treasury Webinars Website: Click Here.__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at contact@corporate-treasury-101.com.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://www.corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast!In today's episode, we discuss Trade Finance Challenges in the Energy Industry with Danilo Gonzalez from Siemens Energy.Danilo Gonzalez, a skilled Treasury Manager leading a Treasury competence Hub in Lisbon with a demonstrated career spanning over 15 years of experience in the Treasury space. Siemens Energy is more than just an energy technology company. Siemens Energy meets the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. In the episode of today, expect to learn:How do companies in the energy sector address Trade Finance challenges in the realm of energy & renewable energies?Is there a distinction in treatment between the energy and renewable energy sectors in Trade Finance?Do ESG challenges in the Energy Sector impact Trade Finance decisions?How do energy companies navigate Trade Finance amid fluctuating energy prices?What innovative solutions has the energy sector adopted to streamline Trade Finance processes?And… much more!Learn More from Danilo Gonzalez : ClickLinks & ReferencesDanilo on LinkedIn: Click Here.Siemens Energy Website: Click Here.__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://www.corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast! In today's episode, we discuss Treasury Outsourcing with Justin Callaghan from FTI Treasury.Justin has nearly 30 years experience of working in the corporate treasury world.  For the last 17 years, Justin has been working with FTI Treasury overseeing the provision of treasury outsourcing services to a wide range of multinational organizations.FTI Treasury is a Dublin-based specialist treasury company focused on providing treasury outsourcing solutions to multinational companies. In the episode of today, expect to learn:What is Treasury Outsourcing and its primary objectives?Which treasury functions are commonly outsourced, and why?What is the typical company profile that seeks to outsource treasury functions?How do companies ensure control and oversight when outsourcing treasury tasks?And… much more!Treasury Outsourcing when done right has interesting intersections with Treasury Consulting, which made for a very interesting conversation with Justin who has a tremendous amount of knowledge in the field and managed to answer very well to some of our toughest questions; We hope you will enjoy the episode. Learn More from Justin Callaghan: Click Links & ReferencesJustin on LinkedIn: Click Here.FTI Treasury Website: Click Here__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at contact@corporate-treasury-101.com----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://www.corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast!In today's episode, we discuss The AFP & Certified Treasury Professional with Jim Kaitz from AFP.As President and CEO of AFP, Jim manages an association representing 16,000 global treasury and financial professionals. AFP is responsible for creating and overseeing the Certified Treasury Professional and Certified Corporate FP&A professional credentials, establishing benchmarks for excellence in the fields of treasury and finance. Annually, AFP organizes the largest global networking conference, drawing over 7,000 corporate financial professionals.In the episode of today, expect to learn:How does the AFP represent and serve finance professionals across different industries?In what ways has the AFP evolved since its inception to meet the changing needs of finance professionals?In terms of thought leadership, what initiatives has the AFP undertaken to advance the treasury and finance sectors?What are the prerequisites and study commitments for a professional aspiring to become CTP certified?And… much more!It was very refreshing to chat with Jim, particularly to understand the vision, values and “behind the scenes” of The Association for Financial Professionals. Jim embodies these vision & values, and it shows in the episode. Learn More from Jim Kaitz: Click here.Links & ReferencesJim on LinkedIn: Click here.AFP Website: Click here.__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://www.corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast!In today's episode, we discuss Exploring Interim Treasury Management with Patrick Kunz from Pecunia Treasury & Finance B.V.Patrick is the founder of Pecunia Treasury & Finance. His team excels in strategic guidance, process optimization, and financial solutions, catering to international corporations and non-profits. With a passion for continuous improvement, he brings a dynamic and performance-oriented approach to elevate financial operations.Pecunia Treasury & Finance is a specialized consultancy in Financial Management. It delivers tailored solutions to address diverse financial challenges businesses face. With a commitment to adding value and utilizing extensive expertise in Treasury and Finance, they offer services that empower business leaders to concentrate on their core operations.In this episode, expect to learn:What is Interim Treasury Management? What are the key responsibilities of an Interim Treasurer?What specific knowledge Interim Treasurers are meant to bring to the corporate hiring them?What type of companies generally look for Interim Treasury Management services?What are the professional and personal benefits and challenges of being an Interim Treasurer? And… much more!Learn More from Patrick Kunz: Click Here.Links & ReferencesPatrick on LinkedIn: Click Here.Pecunia Treasury & Finance Website: Click Here.__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.com Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at contact@corporate-treasury-101.com.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://www.corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast!In today's episode, we discuss how small companies manage treasury with Alex Axentiev from Hedgeflows.Alex Axentiev is an experienced finance and technology professional. With over 20 years in leadership roles at major financial institutions, he is now focused on revolutionizing how small businesses manage international finance. Alex has a background in building ventures and a commitment to simplifying foreign trade and aims to empower SMEs with cost-effective tools to compete globally.HedgeFlows is the go-to solution for SMEs navigating international finances. It simplifies currency management and boosts profitability by seamlessly integrating with accounting systems. Founded by a skilled team blending financial expertise and advanced technologies, the company is committed to empowering small- and medium-sized businesses in the global market.In the episode of today, expect to learn:What types of treasury software solutions are available for small companies?How do these solutions cater to the unique needs and constraints of SMEs?In what ways have the needs and expectations of Treasurers regarding software changed?What should companies consider when choosing to implement modular software solutions for their treasury operations? And… much more!We hope you will enjoy the episode. If that is the case, and when you are thinking about how you found our podcast, chances are it was through word of mouth, social media, or a recommendation from your favorite podcast platform.This is our only request to you. The best way you can support the podcast is to head to YouTube and subscribe to our YouTube channel Corporate Treasury 101, that would mean the world to us, and help more people learn about Treasury! Learn More from Alex Axentiev: Click Here.Links & References:Alex on LinkedIn: Click Here.Hedgeflows Website: Click Here.__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.comConnect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://www.corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page

Welcome to the Corporate Treasury 101 podcast!In today's episode, we discuss How the Role of the Treasurer has evolved, COP & SS1/21 with Kevin Grant from Bottomline.Kevin Grant was named one of the ‘100 Most Influential People in Finance’ by Treasury & Risk magazine and with an impressive 30 years of experience in financial technology, Kevin Grant is the Chief Revenue Officer for Bottomline’s Corporate product line covering payments and treasury management.Bottomline is all about transforming business payments and processes for companies and financial institutions around the world. The company helps hundreds of thousands of customers globally to automate and simplify their business payments.In the episode of today, expect to learn:How has the relationship between CFOs and Treasurers evolved in recent years?What impact does CoP have on Treasurers, and how should they prepare for or adapt to it?How does SS2/21 impact third-party risk management, and what are the key considerations for Treasurers in this context?What strategies or best practices should companies adopt to effectively manage risks associated with outsourcing and third-party engagements?And… much more!We hope you will enjoy the episode. If that is the case, and when you are thinking about how you found our podcast, chances are it was through word of mouth, social media, or a recommendation from your favorite podcast platform.This is our only request to you. The best way you can support the podcast, wherever you are listening to this, is to head to Apple podcast, search for Corporate Treasury 101, and give us a 5 stars review. that would mean the world to us, and help more people learn about Treasury! Learn More from Kevin: Click Here.Links & References:Kevin on LinkedIn: Click Here.Bottomline Website: Click Here.__________________________Learn the fundamentals of corporate treasury by downloading our free ebook at www.corporate-treasury-101.com  Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-treasury-101/ If you have any questions or topics you want us to tackle in the future, reach out to us on Instagram or email us at contact@corporate-treasury-101.com.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get $100 off any AFP product, including their CTP Exam Prep Platform, using our discount code! Find this and More on our partner's pagehttps://www.corporate-treasury-101.com/partners-page