Essential Treasurer Series 2024 – Sydney

This half-day series will address a range of critical topics currently at the forefront for corporate treasury teams. Led by industry experts, each session will deliver practical insights, case studies, and the latest trends, ensuring treasurers are equipped to make informed decisions that drive organizational success.

Hosted by Herbert Smith Freehills, the Essential Treasurer Sydney provides valuable content for professionals at all levels. Attendees will also have the opportunity to network with peers and industry leaders during dedicated sessions following the presentations.

SESSION ONE: GLOBAL PAYEMENT – NAVIGATING KEY TRENDS AND INSIGHTS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF PAYMENTS WORLDWIDE

 We are pleased to have HSBC’s Head of Product, Global Payments Solutions, Navaid Khatib, joining us in person to lead this session. Navaid will begin with opening remarks before introducing Ray Suvrodeep, Managing Director of Treasury Solutions Group (TSG) in Singapore, who will present virtually. Ray will provide an in-depth look into the key trends and themes shaping the global payments landscape, drawing from real-world client conversations. The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A, moderated by Navaid.

Speakers: 

Navaid Khatib – Head of Product, Global Payments Solutions, HSBC

Ray Suvrodee – Managing Director of Treasury Solutions Group (TSG), HSBC

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the future of payments and gain valuable insights from industry experts!

SESSION TWO: SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING

Sustainability reporting is more than just a regulatory box to tick—it’s a powerful way for businesses to showcase their commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. In today’s landscape, transparency and accountability are key drivers for investors, stakeholders, and consumers alike. Herbert Smith Freehills will explore how to navigate the complexities of sustainability reporting, align with global standards, and turn compliance into a competitive advantage. Join us at Essential Treasurer 2024 to learn actionable strategies that can help your organization not only meet regulatory requirements but also strengthen your ESG credentials and drive long-term success.

Presenter: 

Isabella Kelly – Senior Associate, Herbert Smith Freehills

The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A

SESSION THREE: TREASURER PANEL

Join us for an interactive and insightful discussion with key members of the NSW Treasury Community, as they share their perspectives on the current state of the treasury industry. Our expert panel will provide their unique insights on emerging trends and innovations shaping the future of treasury functions as we head into 2025.

Panel:

Fiona Caheny CCTA – NSW Chapter Commitee Member, ACTA

Dale Luong CCTA – Head of Treasury, Lion

Kurt Smith FCTA – Director, Marengo Capital 

Moderator

Sam MacPherson CCTA – Treasury Manager Funding & Liquidity, Woolworths

SESSION FOUR: BEING HUMAN AND DRIVING ACCELERATED RESULTS

As a Global Authority on self-leadership, coach to executive leadership teams, and author of The New Leadership Playbook, Andrew Bryant speaks on being human in an AI World, and how to exercise agency for accelerated results.

Andrew Bryant’s work on self-leadership has been cited in over 140 research papers and Ph.D. dissertations. He created the first self-leadership situational judgment test, making him one of the most respected voices in the field. This is important because you can’t lead others unless you first lead yourself.

Working with disruptive Silicon Valley Startups and Complex Multinationals, Andrew Bryant has proven that effective leadership is a conversation, a one-to-one conversation, and a one-to-many conversation.

Andrew Bryant’s fourth book, The New Leadership Playbook, which was commissioned by one of his clients, contains twelve conversations that leaders must master.

A master storyteller, Andrew Bryant has been shaped by his experiences and his reflections on those experiences, so the audience feels a human connection, and says to themselves, “That’s me”. 

We are excited that Andrew can join us in-person to speak with us covering:

• The need for Autonomy in the age of AI
• Why we need to learn to be fully human
• How to practice self-leadership
• When leadership is a conversation

Speaker: 

Andrew Bryant – Keynote speaker and Author

Get your copy of The New Leadership Playbook here: https://a.co/d/2sfDzQo

After a half day of engaging and informative sessions, attendees are invited to join us for networking drinks.

Details:

Date:  Tuesday 12th November 2024

Time: 1.00pm (for a 1.30pm start) – 5.00pm

Networking: 5.00pm – 7.30pm

Venue: 161 Castlereagh St, Sydney, NSW. 2000

Cost:

ACTA Members: FREE

Non-Members: $55 (inc GST)

INFINZ Members: $25 (inc GST)

Thank you to our event partner Herbert Smith Freehills for their support of the Australian Treasury Community.