In this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast, host Mike Richards interviews Can Balcioglu, the Vice President Treasurer at PayPal, about his treasury career and the importance of international experience.

Can Balcioglu is the Vice President Treasurer at PayPal, a global leader in revolutionizing commerce. With over 25 years of experience, Can brings expertise in balance sheet management, risk management, and operational treasury to the table. His international experience and deep understanding of treasury operations make him a valuable guest to listen to.

On the episode Can discusses his journey from an industrial engineer to becoming the Treasurer of PayPal. He highlights the importance of his background in finance and how it helped him excel in treasury.

Can also shares his experience of embracing international assignments and the challenges and benefits that come with it. He emphasizes the significance of building a global network, understanding cultural nuances, and staying up-to-date with the ever-changing treasury landscape.

Can concludes by discussing the future of treasury and the need for treasury professionals to adapt to new technologies and evolving market conditions.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of having a strong background in finance and how it can benefit a career in treasury.
• The challenges and benefits of international assignments, including building a global network and gaining exposure to different markets.
• The need for treasury professionals to stay updated with the latest developments in the industry, such as AI and data science.
• The significance of building strong relationships and collaborating with colleagues in treasury and other departments.
• The importance of continuous learning and intellectual curiosity in the treasury field.

You can connect with Can Balcioglu on LinkedIn.

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