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Why Curiosity Is the Most Valuable Skill in Treasury
Episode 43723rd June 2026 • The Treasury Career Corner • Mike Richards
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In a profession defined by uncertainty, the treasury leaders who thrive are the ones who never stop learning.

In this live Treasury Career Corner panel discussion from our Amsterdam event, three experienced treasury leaders explore why curiosity, continuous learning, networking, and understanding the wider business are the skills that drive long-term success in treasury.

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Recorded live in Amsterdam, this Treasury Career Corner panel brings together three senior treasury professionals to discuss how treasury careers are built, developed, and sustained in an increasingly complex business environment.

The conversation explores the importance of curiosity, proactive learning, networking, leadership, and understanding the wider business. The panel also shares practical insights on managing treasury teams, embracing technology and AI responsibly, handling uncertainty, and preparing for the future of the profession.

Whether you're just starting your treasury career or leading a global treasury function, this episode provides valuable lessons on developing the skills that matter most.

Key topics discussed:

  • How each panellist found their way into treasury and built their career
  • Building treasury functions from the ground up
  • Why curiosity remains one of the most valuable career skills in treasury
  • Developing both technical treasury expertise and soft skills
  • How treasury professionals can become better business partners
  • The role of networking in career development and professional growth
  • Building relationships across the organisation to create influence
  • Creating a culture where teams can learn from mistakes
  • Developing future treasury leaders through trust and empowerment
  • How AI and technology are changing treasury operations
  • Why treasury remains cautious in adopting new technologies
  • Managing uncertainty, volatility, and financial risk
  • The future direction of treasury and the evolving role of the treasurer
  • Building high-performing treasury teams and securing resources for growth

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