Why Corporate Treasury Needs to Be a Career Choice, Not Just a Happy Accident

What does it really take to build a successful career in treasury?

In this candid and insightful episode recorded live at TEXPO, three accomplished treasury leaders share the surprising, unconventional journeys that led them to the top of their field.

From early jobs in fast food and consulting to navigating corporate restructures and capital markets, their stories reveal how curiosity, adaptability, and mentorship shaped their careers. You’ll hear real-world insights on raising treasury’s profile, building effective teams, embracing new technology, and why communication is now as critical as cash flow.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to lead at a higher level, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration from those who’ve walked the path.

Meet the Guests:

• Jeremy Reedus - VP, Global Treasurer at Varel Energy Solutions

Jeremy leads global treasury at Varel, with past roles at Air Liquide and Saudi Aramco. Known for building scalable global structures, he champions treasury as a strategic business partner. A former President of the Houston Treasury Management Association, Jeremy champions treasury as a strategic partner within organizations.

• Danecia Stewart - Director of Treasury at NextDecade LNG

Danecia brings a rare 360° view of treasury - from practitioner to consultant to vendor. She’s a go-to expert on treasury tech, digital transformation, and global cash strategy.

• Martijn van Steenpaal - Senior Vice-President & Treasurer at Darling Ingredients

Martijn runs global treasury at Darling, with deep experience in cash management, complex financing, and M&A. He’s a seasoned leader known for delivering results across continents.

Main topics discussed:

• How each panellist "fell into" treasury from vastly different backgrounds
• The moment they realized treasury was their long-term path
• Key treasury skills learned through unconventional roles
• The shift from reactive cash management to strategic value creation
• The increasing importance of communication and stakeholder management
• Challenges in attracting new talent to the treasury profession
• The role of education, certifications, and self-learning in career advancement
• Why mentorship and team-building are essential in treasury leadership
• How treasury’s visibility and brand are evolving - inside and outside the company
• The future of treasury: AI, automation, and growing strategic influence

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