How Global Treasury Teams Evolve: Lessons from Intel and Twilio

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What does it take to transition from an accounting internship to becoming a Senior Director of Treasury in a leading tech company?

In this episode, we explore Chris Blow's dynamic journey across continents, treasury functions, and industry trends, packed with actionable insights for treasury professionals at every stage.

Chris Blow is the Senior Director of Treasury at Twilio, a global customer engagement platform powering intelligent customer interactions for businesses worldwide. With over a decade of experience at Intel and now leading treasury at Twilio, Chris has navigated regional and global treasury transformations, bringing a wealth of knowledge to this conversation.

In this episode, Chris Blow shares his journey from studying mathematics to thriving in treasury leadership roles at Intel and Twilio. Chris reflects on how his experiences have shaped his treasury philosophy, emphasizing the importance of staying strategic, leveraging data, and driving value beyond operations.

Whether you’re starting in treasury or aiming to elevate your career, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Key topics discussed include:

• Chris Blow’s journey from an accounting internship to treasury leadership, driven by curiosity and taking opportunities.
• The evolution of treasury functions from regional operations to centralized global models, enabling efficiency and collaboration.
• Insights into how international career moves (UK, Netherlands, U.S.) broaden expertise and create new opportunities.
• Twilio’s approach to leveraging technology and automation for managing treasury with limited resources, contrasting with legacy practices.
• The importance of advocacy and building strong professional relationships to drive visibility and career growth.
• Lessons learned from mistakes, seeking advice early, and fostering a mindset of continuous growth and adaptability.

Key Takeaways:

• Begin your career with diverse experiences to ensure more opportunities down the line.
• Build relationships and ensure your work is visible to decision-makers.
• Embrace technology to improve efficiency and stay competitive.     
• Learn from mistakes, and don’t hesitate to ask for guidance.
• Be proactive in seeking opportunities—sometimes you create your own luck.

You can connect with Chris Blow on LinkedIn.

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