Episodes

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperers Talkcast Podcast,host Seth Marlowe interviews Sean Carter, CEO of NEACH (www.neach.org) and the NEACH Payments Group (www.neachgroup.com). Sean explains NEACH's role as a regional payment association providing education, rules, and risk management support for financial institutions, the consolidation of regional associations from 30 to 9 due to bank mergers and industry shifts, and the relationship between NEACH and NACHA, including how PAs participate ...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperers Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Tony Masone, Amazon's Vice President and Treasurer. They discuss Tony's extensive career in treasury management, including his start in treasury at PepsiCo, his time at GE and the transition to Amazon. Theconversation highlights the importance of mentorship, navigating change in the treasury landscape, and developing future leaders in the field. Links: Tony Masone on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/i...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast,host Seth Marlowe interviews Elena Casal, Chief Client Officer at The Clearing House (www.theclearinghouse.org). They explore the evolving landscape of US payments, delving into real-time payment systems, industry misconceptions, and the role of technology like AI and stablecoins. Elena shares insights from her extensive career across financialservices firms and her vision for the future of faster, more secure transactions. Links: E...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Peter Davey, Founder of Payments Jedi Advisory, an advisory and consulting firm thathelps banks, credit unions, and fintechs cut through the complexity of today’s payments landscape and develop practical, implementable strategies for modern banking and payments. They discuss the development of RTP network, collaboration between financial institutions and fintechs, the challenges small and regional banks fa...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe discusses the process of writing a book with treasury and payments leaders: Genevieve Dozier, Jeff Horowitz and Angela Murphy. Dozier is the Founder of Warpaint Consulting. Horowitz, a long time BNY Mellon treasury and relationship leader, is CEO of REACH™ Professional Development Solutions and Treasury Sources Group, LLC. Murphy, known in the industry as "Payments Elsa," is VP of Marketing and Solutions at Pidgin. I...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Thomas Gavaghan, SVP, Product Solutions & Strategy at Kyriba (www.kyriba.com) and Host of the "Liquid: How CFOs Outperform" podcast. Tom shares his two-decade journey at Kyriba, exploring the evolution of treasury management systems, the impact of AI, and the future of finance technology. Together they discuss talent development, industry shifts, the role of CFOs in a rapidly changing landscape, and Tom's ...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Brandon Spear, CEO of TreviPay (www.trevipay.com), about the evolution of B2B payments, digital transformation, and innovative solutions like Pay-by-Invoice and AI-driven analytics. They explore how TreviPay is transforming order-to-cash processes, enhancing customer experience, and preparing for future trends like blockchain and stable coins. Links: Brandon Spear on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/i...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Pat Culkin, the President and CEO of the Association for Financial Professionals (AFP). The AFP is the premier global professional society for treasury andfinance professionals with a network of over 16,000 members. They discuss Pat's unique career journey, the impact of the AFP conference, the importance of connecting professionals globally, and the challenges and opportunitiespresented by technology in t...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperers Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe is joined by members of the Dead Bankers Society - Stacy Bjornstad, Greg Lloyd, and Zoya Lieberman. They discuss key topics in the financial services industry. The conversation covers the origins of the Dead Bankers Society, debates on innovation between fintechs and banks, the necessity of instant payments, and the implications of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) schemes. The panelists share their insights and experiences, ...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Craig Jeffery, Founder and Managing Partner of Strategic Treasurer LLC (www.strategictreasurer.com). They discuss Craig's journey into the treasury field, the evolving landscape of treasury and payments, and the impact of AI on treasury operations. They explore the challenges faced by corporate treasurers, the trends in treasury management systems, and the significance of recent acquisitions in the treasur...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperers TalkCast, host Seth Marlowe welcomes Peter Tapling, Founder and Managing Partner at PTap Advisory LLC (https://ptapadvisory.com/), a seasoned entrepreneur and advisor in the payments industry. They delve into the evolution of payment systems, particularly focusing on the rise of faster payments and the challenges faced by financial institutions in the U.S. Peter shares insights from his extensive experience, including his role in the development of NACH...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Kris Chester, COO Emeritus at Kestra Financial (www.kestrafinanical.com). Kris is a seasoned leader in financial services, who shares insights from her 40-year career, her transition into retirement, and the importance of balancing work and family. She discusses her experiences at Kestra Financial and Wells Fargo, the challenges of merging corporate cultures, and the emotional aspects of stepping away from...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast,host Seth Marlowe is joined by Joseph Neu, Founder and CEO of NeuGroup (www.neugroup.com). NeuGroup helps corporate finance and treasury professionals reach their full,professional and personal potential and assist their members and their teams in driving success for their companies, customers, peers and themselves. Joseph discusses the evolution of the organization, its role in supporting treasuryand finance leaders, and the importanc...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe is joined by Matthew Kelley, Director of FINTOP Network (www.fintopcapital.com/network). They discuss the evolving landscape of banking and fintech. Matt shares insights on the role of compliance in fintech investments, the impact of COVID on banking innovation, and the importance of AI and automation in reducing banking expenses. Matt also highlights the role of credit unions in fintech, emerging trends in embedded ...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast,host Seth Marlowe is joined by Nicole Meyer, Founder and Managing Partner of The Meyer Partnership (www.meyerpartnership.com), an executive search firm for the global financial services industry. In this engaging conversation, Nicole shares her insights on the evolving landscape of the banking industry, the importance of upskilling especially around AI, and the role of candidates as problem solvers. She emphasizes the significance of n...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe is joined by Brett Turner, Founder and CEO of Trovata (www.trovata.io). They discuss the evolution of treasury management, the importance of data, and the future of fintech. Brett shares insights from his extensive experience in startups and corporate finance, emphasizing the need for modern infrastructure and automation in treasury functions. The conversation also touches on Trovata's acquisition of Financial Scienc...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast,host Seth Marlowe is joined by Kristy Duncan, Founder and CEO of Women in Payments (www.womeninpayments.org). In this engaging conversation, Kristy shares her journey in founding Women in Payments, a global organization dedicated to empowering women in the payments and FinTech industry. She discusses the challenges women face in the industry, the importance of mentorship, and the need for collaboration among women in finance. Kristy al...

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY IDENTIFEE In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe is joined by Kevin Miyamoto, co-founder and COO of Identifee (www.identifee.com). They discuss the challenges faced by banks and credit unions in managing fragmented technology systems and the role of AI in streamlining operations. Kevin emphasizes the importance of education and human connections in banking, while also exploring the future of AI integration in financial institu...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe is joined by Millicent Tracey, a leader at the crossroads of banking, technology, and customer experience. With a rich history at Wells Fargo and current roles on the boards of Banner Bank, Dwolla, and Identifee, Millicent shares her journey from corporate leadership to boardroom strategy. Discover insights on fintech partnerships, the evolving role of AI, and the challenges of navigating board responsibilities. Tune...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkCast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe joins with guest Stuart Hack of Hack Tax & Accounting Services (www.hacktaxandaccounting.com) toexplore topics beyond treasury, banking, payments and fintech. The two dive into sports discussions, particularly focusing on the New York Mets, the upcoming Hall of Fame ballot, the evolving rules of baseball, and the influenceof gambling in sports. They share personal anecdotes, predictions for the Super Bowl, and remini...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's TalkcastPodcast host Seth Marlowe interviews Tedd Huff, Founder, Host and Executive Producer of the Fintech Confidential podcast (www.fintechconfidential.com) and Founder & CEO of Voalyre (www.voalyre.com). They explore the evolution of the payments ecosystem and the importance of adapting to customer feedback. Tedd shares insights from his 25-year journey in FinTech, highlighting the role of stablecoins and digital assets in the future of payments. He...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast host Seth Marlowe interviews Genevieve Dozier, Founder & CEO of Warpaint Consulting (www.warpaintconsulting.com). In this engaging conversation, they talk about Genevieve's journey through the payments industry, her experiences starting as a fashion major in college and ending up in banking and traversing to the world of fintech startups, and ultimately founding her own consulting firm. The discussion also touches on her role as a Mone...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast host Seth Marlowe interviews Reed Luhtanen, Executive Director of the US Faster Payments Council or "FPC" (www.fasterpaymentscouncil.org). They discuss the FPC's mission to facilitate a world-class payment system in the US, Reed's extensive experience in the payments industry, and his role in the creation of the FPC. The discussion also touches on the "Payment Beer Nerds," a group formed during the pandemic to connect payments industry...

In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast host Seth Marlowe interviews Kevin Traut, President and COO of Superior (www.superiorpress.com). They discuss the company's growth from a family-owned check printing business into a strategic partner for top U.S. banks. The centerpiece of Superior's offering is the Technical Assistance Center (TAC), a "game-changer" that provides technology, project management, and staffing augmentation to handle complex change management events and co...