The Treasury Career Corner

Treasury Careers, Teams, and Excellence: Lessons From the Top


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What do global treasury leaders really do to build high-performing teams, navigate massive organizational change, and win industry awards - all while working across time zones?

In this live episode from our Dublin event, three senior treasury professionals reveal exactly how they’ve built careers, led global teams, and driven continuous improvement at some of the world’s most recognizable brands.

Join Mike Richards as he chats with these three powerhouse treasury leaders:

  • Kiera Agnew, Assistant Vice President, Corporate Assistant Treasurer at Kellanova
  • Julia Donegan, Global Treasury Director at Newell Brands Inc
  • Keith Lynch, Senior Director, Global Treasury Centre of Excellence, Viatris

Hosted LIVE in Dublin, this episode unpacks the real-world challenges and successes that come with leading treasury in complex, global organizations.

From entering the field by chance to shaping the future of the profession, this candid conversation offers a masterclass in what it takes to thrive and lead in modern treasury.

What We Cover in This Episode

  • How each guest accidentally fell into treasury and built global careers from the ground up      
  • The role of formal education vs. real-world experience in treasury success
  • How to build and scale global treasury teams, especially post-COVID
  • The shift to remote and hybrid work, and how it's changing team dynamics
  • The importance of mentorship, leadership, and soft skills in treasury
  • How treasury teams earn a seat at the table in strategic business decisions
  • Using automation, TMS, and AI to drive transformation - without reducing headcount
  • Lessons from award-winning treasury projects in virtual accounts, restructuring, and more
  • Advice on career progression, visibility, and getting internal recognition
  • The challenges of navigating acquisitions, integrations, and rapid change

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