The Treasury Update Podcast

Join Mike Reed (Deluxe) and Craig Jeffery (Strategic Treasurer) for this insightful podcast as they explore the evolving landscape of next-generation payments. They explore the differences between consumer and corporate payments, the challenges of B2B payments, the transition from manual to digital processes, traceable payment options, the importance of embedded information, and secure platforms. Gain insights on fraud risks, platform integration, and solving reconciliation limitations, and uncover the significance of seamless payment experiences, holistic focus on both sides, and the impact on businesses of all sizes. Tune in to this discussion of trends, data, and industry statistics that shed light on the overall payer/payee experience and the transformative potential of next-generation payments.

Download the eBook here. Treasury sits in a unique position in the organization, and excelling as treasurer requires unique strategy and the proper mindset across multiple areas. With insights covering everything from important steps for the new treasurer to leading practices for securing resources, overcoming blind spots, staff development, metrics, technology, working capital, and more, the Guide to Excellence in Treasury eBook offers strategies and fine-tuned approaches to major areas of challenge for treasurers. Whether you're aiming to become a treasurer, have just landed the job, or have held the position for years but are still seeking ways to improve and grow, this guidebook should have some ideas that will help you and your organization thrive. -------------------- 0:00 Opening 1:30 Introduction 2:24 Preparing to Become the Treasurer 7:16 First Steps for the New Treasurer 12:05 Effective Communication 24:19 Securing Resources 30:04 Overcoming Blind Spots 35:59 Building and Developing Your Team 47:33 Metrics 55:59 Approaching Technology Intentionally 1:00:49 Taking Ownership of Cash, Working Capital, and Payment Security 1:16:56 Basics of Risk Management 1:21:21 Closing

Crypto has been gaining popularity in the past decade. Will crypto help your department solve major issues, or will it simply introduce unnecessary complexity? In this episode, Paul Galloway and Jason Campbell discuss digital currency and its implications for treasury professionals. They also look at the difference between digital coins and digital tokens. What questions do you have about crypto? Let us know by sending an email to podcast@strategictreasurer.com.

What points of emphasis should a corporate payment professional focus on in 2023? In this podcast, Anthony DeBellis, VP of Product Management at Mastercard, and Mark Penserini, VP of Partner Management at Corpay, talk with Craig Jeffery and share their thoughts on payment security, access to cash, and virtual cards. Listen in to learn more.

Recent trauma in the financial sector brought down a $200B US bank in short order, with over $40B being pulled out on a single Thursday. Other banks have either failed or been rescued by the Fed and trillion-dollar banks. The pain is experienced well beyond the US too, with the forced marriage of two systemically important Swiss banks following SVB's failure. The Fed has promised to make depositors whole, so there has been no loss of funds or long-term freezing of balances for individuals or corporates. Does this represent unlimited and permanent insurance coverage by the Fed? They showed up for these events. When won't they show up with coverage? Listen in as Craig Jeffery and George Zinn discuss these important topics.

Welcome to another Coffee Break Session! In this episode, Paul Galloway and Jason Campbell discuss the Federal Reserve's new instant payment infrastructure, FedNow. We are two months from the official release of this new service. Let's hear from Paul and Jason on what this service does, how it differs from its traditional alternatives, whether it supports payments outside the US, and some things to consider before we start using FedNow. What questions do you have related to FedNow? Let us know by sending an email to podcast@strategictreasurer.com.

Criminals are always looking for the path of least resistance. When your company strengthens its defenses, new weak links are found and explored. In this episode, Craig Jeffery and Omri Kletter continue the discussion on some of the key findings that came out of the Treasury Fraud & Controls 2023 Survey. Specifically, they explore unguarded banking information and visibility restrictions. Listen in and find the full survey results on our website or learn more about this by watching the recent webinar! SPEAKERS: Omri Kletter of Bottomline Technologies Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer

Nobody wants to miss out on revenue growth. Until recently, it was relatively easy to borrow capital and increase inventory to avoid global supply chain issues, but things have changed. While you may have been able to accurately forecast demand, were you planning for the drastic rise in interest rates that have occurred in recent months? Is your working capital plan adjusting? In this episode, Craig Jeffery, Daniel Reeve, and Brian Rieber get together to discuss the macroeconomic, geopolitical, and trade situations surrounding working capital and the financial levers you should be aware of moving forward. SPEAKERS: Dan Reeve, VP Sales, Esker Brian Rieber, VP Working Capital, LSQ Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner, Strategic Treasurer

What are real-time payments? Coffee Break Session Host Jason Campbell catches up with Strategic Treasurer's Managing Partner, Craig Jeffery, to chat about real-time payments. They discuss how these payments work, the benefits, and the risks. Listen in and learn a little bit about real-time payments.

Fight fire with fire, but do it together. Treasury's threat of fraud attacks is constantly changing and increasing. While treasurers say they are aware of this, only 30% of companies plan to allocate more funds to the training of employees and fraud prevention services. In this episode, Craig Jeffery and Omri Kletter discuss some of the key findings that came out of Strategic Treasurer's Treasury Fraud & Controls 2023 Survey, specifically, the key places we should be focusing our spend throughout 2023. Listen in and find the full survey results on our website or learn more by watching the recent webinar! SPEAKERS: Omri Kletter of Bottomline Technologies Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer