Bank of America Treasury Insights
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Siste episoder av Bank of America Treasury Insights podcast
- Navigating Global Growth: Local operations and payment strategies (00:15:37)
As commerce becomes increasingly integrated on a global scale, many companies are setting their sites beyond domestic shores. Handling overseas transactions, such as managing currency exposures, pricing, foreign bank services, and overseas counterparties risks can be challenging for treasury staff. Listen to our experts share actionable strategies for expanding your company’s global footprint from a treasury perspective. Host: Sebastian Sintes, Transactional FX Sales Specialist Co-hosts: Chris Jameson, Managing Director and Treasury Product Executive Doug Houser, Head of Core Cash, Specialized Product Sales MAP 7503804 / 7-7-26
- From Shared Service Centers to Global Business Services: Transforming client pain points into strategic success (00:17:25)
The transformation from Shared Service Centers to Global Business Services marks a significant shift in how organizations can achieve operational excellence and strategic value. This evolution is not merely about streamlining processes; it is about reimagining the entire framework of service delivery to foster innovation, agility, and responsiveness in today’s business environment. Listen to Mitul Rustagi from Johnson Controls talk with Bank of America’s Michael Bosacco and Jay Davenport on how organizations can leverage advanced technologies, data analytics and best practices to enhance efficiency and achieve peak performance. Host: Michael Bosacco, Head of GTS Advisory, Bank of America Co-hosts: Mitul Rustagi, Vice President of Global Finance Center of Excellence, Johnson Controls Jay Davenport, Co-head of Global Corporate Sales, Bank of America MAP 7418795 / 6-6-26
- Unlock hidden cash with a strategic approach to supplier payments (00:23:50)
Working capital is a fundamental, yet timeless topic for CFOs. The principles of managing working capital have stood the test of time, but their significance has never been more critical than in today’s dynamic financial landscape. Optimizing working capital is essential for maintaining liquidity and driving growth amidst evolving challenges. With the right strategies and tools, businesses can navigate this ever-changing landscape and realize the true potential of various working capital levers. Listen to our experts on how a cash-centered culture enhances free cash flow, benefiting not only the organization itself, but also its customers and suppliers. Host: Michael Bosacco, Head of GTS Advisory, Bank of America Co-hosts: Doug Houser, Head of Core Cash Specialized Product Sales, Bank of America Thalia Levin, Treasury Advisor Executive, Bank of America MAP 7380437 / 5-26-26
- Protecting employees against cyber threats and crises (00:16:31)
Payroll continuity is essential in today’s fast-paced and unpredictable environment, where businesses face multitude of challenges ranging from natural disasters to cyber threats. A well-prepared payroll continuity plan, not only ensures the timely compensation of employees, but it also reinforces their trust and morale during crisis. With the rise of cyberattacks targeting sensitive payroll data, it’s critical for organizations to implement strong measures alongside their continuity strategies. Listen to our experts on the vital concept of payroll continuity - why it matters, how to plan for it and key strategies companies can employ to ensure employees are supported, especially during challenging times. Host: Craig Artz, Director, CashPro Product Manager, Global Payment Solutions, Bank of America Co-host: Ben Tweel, Senior Vice President, Global Information Security, Bank of America Neither Bank of America nor its affiliates provide information, security or information technology (IT) consulting services. This material is provided "as is," with no guarantee of completeness, accuracy, timelines, or of the results obtained from the use of this material, and without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including, but not limited to warranties of performance, quality and fitness for a particular purpose. This material should be regarded as general information on information, security and IT considerations and is not intended to provide specific information security or IT advice, nor is it any substitute for your own independent investigations. If you have questions regarding your particular IT system or information security concerns, please contact your IT or security advisor. MAP 7180520 / 4-11-26
- The role of Ireland as a treasury hub (00:16:54)
From its transparent regulatory framework to its skilled workforce and robust financial infrastructure, multinational corporations gravitate towards Ireland as a treasury base. Join Steve Krippner and Ron Doyle from PwC as they discuss with Bank of America‘s Chris Jameson the factors driving Ireland's success in the global treasury landscape and the opportunities it presents for businesses looking to optimize their treasury function. Host: Chris Jameson, Managing Director and Treasury Product executive, Bank of America Co-hosts: Stephen Krippner, Senior Advisor, PwC Ron Doyle, International Tax Director, PwC MAP 6558467 / 10-17-25
- Advance your receivables reconciliation – and your business (00:21:22)
Receivables reconciliation plays a key role in managing accurate statements – vital for making informed business and treasury decisions, while advanced tools, technology and automation allow treasurers to significantly enhance their process efficiency. Listen to Kim Parfett from Chaucer talk with Adam King and Jeff Pauly on how the insurance group improved its reconciliation processes by using virtual accounts to automate the matching of funds with payments and enhance payment tracking. Host: Adam King, Managing Director and Co- Head of EMEA Non-FI sales Co-host: Kim Parfett, Senior Manager Accounts Payable, Treasury Systems and Processes, Chaucer Jeff Pauly, Product Sales Manager, Bank of America, MAP 6489740 / 9-19-25
- Women in Treasury – Trailblazing in male-dominated spaces (00:12:09)
Throughout the course of her career, Helen Hanby has made many bold steps that have led to a successful, flourishing career spanning multiple countries and roles. Join us, as we hear from Helen, Senior Director at Biogen, who walks through her unique career journey, and her experience with growing her career in a male-dominated world. Host Netra Kumar, Managing Director, Sr. Treasury Sales Officer, Bank of America Co-host Helen Hanby, Senior Director, International Treasury, Biogen MAP 6458880 / 9-6-25
- Reimagine your business and transform your enterprise (00:24:09)
As organizations grow, there are greater volumes of transactions and flows alongside an increased focus on scale, efficiency and control. Listen to how Jeff Holy from Westlake Chemicals uses on-behalf-of structures and the payment factory concept to help efficiently manage the growing number of intercompany transactions. Host Brittany Marten, Global Industrials Treasury Sales Head, Bank of America Co-hosts Jeff Holy, Vice President and Treasurer, Westlake Chemical Bruce Meuli, Treasury Advisory Executive, Bank of America MAP 6329342 / 8-2-25
- Emerging trends in Canada‘s payment landscape (00:15:28)
Canada is making great strides in fostering digital treasury transformation, from the wide adoption of the Interac e-Transfer payment system to the ongoing preparation for Canada‘s real time payment rail, and the migration to the ISO 20022 standard. Listen to our experts explore the changing payments landscape in Canada and the steps that companies can take to digitize their payments. Host Lyndsay Langford, Head of Global Commercial Banking, Global Transaction Services Canada, Bank of America Co-hosts Jane Rannie, Treasury Sales Officer, Bank of America Saverio Mallia, Digital Payments Product Manager, Global Transaction Services Canada, Bank of America MAP 6065088 / 5-1-25
- Managing your FX risk (00:17:38)
Payments between subsidiaries of the same organization should be straightforward. But in practice, the introduction of scale and cross-border or cross-currency elements, add significant complexity. Listen to insights on how multinational companies can effectively manage intercompany invoices to mitigate risk and improve operational efficiency. Host Elliott Blissett, Director, Treasury Sales Officer, Bank of America Co-hosts Robin O'Mahoney, Treasury, FX & Liquidity Manager, Cytiva Elizabeth Rowella, Director, Treasury Product Sales Manager, Bank of America MAP 6853894 / 2-1-26
- Out with the old and in with the new? Managing liquidity in a fast-paced world. (00:08:22)
Treasurers are always looking to accelerate processes and workflows. While there are a lot of new technologies and tools available to help them achieve this, is there still a need for more traditional tools and solutions? Listen to how companies can optimize their liquidity structures by incorporating newer solutions, such as virtual accounts, real-time payments and cash forecasting. Host Katy Spicer-Eriksen, Director, Treasury Manager - Liquidity, Bank of America Co-hosts Alex Wong, Treasury Product Executive, Bank of America Chris Senior, Global Liquidity Specialist, Bank of America MAP 7900766 / 2-15-26
- Real-time payments around the world (00:28:09)
Innovation and technology have led to an explosion of new payments networks and infrastructure. Listen to use cases and considerations for using Real-Time Payments (RTP) and how it can be a strategic differentiator for companies across the globe. Host Oliver Northern, International Payments, Product Manager, Bank of America Co-hosts Miyoshi Lee, Head of U.S. Real-Time Payments, Bank of America David Koo, Global Platform Lead, Bank of America Matt Cornwall, Head of Treasury Operations in EMEA, Chubb MAP 6900583 / 2-15-26
- The role digital solutions and data play in modernizing AR processes (00:08:55)
Digital solutions have become mission critical to most treasurers. In today's environment, treasurers are quickly moving to adopt new technologies to expand payment channel flexibility for their customers and to automate core treasury activities such as collections and reconciliation. Data also plays a key role in modernizing treasury functions by providing actionable insights to not only help improve the customer experience, but drive better business operations. Host Jeff Pauly, Product Sales Manager, Bank of America Co-hosts Galen Robbins, Head of Global Banking, Merchant Sales, Bank of America Kanton Jones, Receivables Product Specialist, Bank of America MAP 5675155 / 5-9-24
- Innovation driving efficiency and risk mitigation (00:09:41)
As emerging technology advances, companies are leveraging it to drive efficiency. Learn how Bechtel Corporation used different technologies, including Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to improve efficiency, reduce risk and generate cost savings. Host Vanda Ayrapetyan, Director, Treasury Sales Officer, Global Transaction Services, Bank of America Co-hosts Elizabeth Abrams, Treasury Director, Cash Management, Bechtel Corporation Michael Bosacco, Head of GTS Advisory, Global Transaction Services, Bank of America MAP 5393052 / 1-3-2024
- Transforming treasury operations, on-time processing using API (00:08:50)
APIs are yet another example of treasury automation fast moving into the mainstream. Learn how MarVista Entertainment used APIs to seamlessly connect their transaction data to their ERP system and improve operational efficiency. Host Rene Schuurman, CashPro Product Manager, Bank of America Co-hosts Jordan Newell, Assistant Controller, MarVista Entertainment Sam Halabi, Staff Accountant Treasury and Accounts Receivables, MarVista Entertainment MAP 6122584 / 5-28-25