Session 05

When Auditors Knock, Is Your Treasury Team Ready? (I)(G)

Improve Working Capital Efficiency amid Economic Uncertainty (B)(I)

Peter Geronimo, Managing Director - Citibank N.A.
Frank DelMastro, Global Head of Procurement - Quaker Houghton
Joseph Bowden. Director - CITI

Tuesday, April 29th
9:45am - 10:45am
Grand B

Session Description

Corporate treasury can add value to their organizations in a variety of ways by improving working capital efficiency, for example minimizing funding or financing cost, shortening cash conversion cycle, setting up a liquidity structure, deploying trade working capital tools, or simply reducing the impact of financial exposures.

High inflation and tight monetary policies around the world are likely to plague the global economic outlook, while geopolitical challenges look poised to persist. Economic uncertainties under the current environment are putting stress on supply chains and increasing cost of doing business. Are your working capital practices keeping up?

Companies like Quaker Chemical have improved their working capital efficiency and effectiveness. What led them to this journey? How did they achieve working capital effectiveness and efficiency?

What’s next for them?

Join Frank DelMastro, Global Head of Procurement at Quaker Chemical as he shares his thinking and strategies in this interesting panel discussion.

Learn various strategies and practical tips on focusing and improving on working capital efficiency.
Understand the skills needed to engage internal stakeholders and partners to ensure success.

Speaker Information

Peter Geronimo is the NAM Treasury and Trade Solutions Industry Sales Head leading the Industrials, Clean Energy, Business Professions Services & NBFI verticals. Peter’s organization delivers industry-leading Treasury and Working Capital solutions that enables clients to increase revenue, decrease costs, and drive operational efficiencies globally. His client base includes North American headquartered clients doing business all over the world. Peter has been with Citi for over 14 years, all within Citi’s Treasury and Trade Solutions business supporting Corporate clients. Peter previously was the NAM eCommerce Sales Head and leverages his expertise in Product Sales, Relationship Management, Operations, and Customer Service to understand client needs / pain-points to design the optimal solutions to accomplish their goals.

Frank DelMastro is the VP and Head of Procurement for Quaker Houghton. Frank is responsible for leading the transformation to a strategic best in class function supporting the future growth of the business. Previously, Frank spent ten years at Axalta Coating Systems holding several procurement leadership roles across direct, indirect, and logistics. Prior to joining Quaker Houghton, he was the Vice President of Direct Materials & Supplier Development. Early in Frank’s career he held procurement and operational roles at Sunoco Inc. and HydroChem Industrial. Frank received a B.A. degree, with concentrations in Accounting and Business Management, from Kent State University and an M.B.A. degree from Villanova University.

Joey Bowden is the NAM Treasury and Trade Solutions Sales Head for Industrials and Clean Energy in the Commercial Bank. Joey’s team provides treasury and working capital solutions for their clients across the globe. Joey has been with Citi for over 8 years supporting both corporate and commercial clients across the Healthcare, Tech, Clean Energy and Industrials verticals. Joey works at Citi’s Global Headquarters in New York, New York, where he also resides.

The Next Frontier in Treasury: Maximizing Return Through Community Investments (B)

Joe Quiroga, President - Texas National Bank
Jerrod Gray, Director - Jack Henry

Tuesday, April 29th
9:45am - 10:45am
Grand H

Session Description

As strategic treasury teams continue to seek yield-maximizing options while managing capital preservation and duration priorities, several leading corporations have found new avenues for yield within community finance. Placing deposits in Minority Depository Institutions and Women-led Banks are no longer just efforts that deliver inspiring impact, but also exciting options for reliable liquidity and returns. Join treasury leaders from Jack Henry and AMD as they share their experiences with community finance at scale, including yield, liquidity and an opportunity to support the communities where their employees live, and their customers buy.

Learn about the risk, return and strategic opportunities that community banks bring.
Discover how community banks differ greatly from regional banks and the various mechanisms community banks use to mitigate risk and highlight strong returns.
Explore several of the various community impact efforts driven by community banks and how geographic and thematic-specific options may benefit your employees, stakeholders, customers or greater sustainability agenda.
Understand the strategic advantages of corporate deposits with Minority Depository Institutions and other vetted Community Banks / CUs and how fellow treasury professionals were able to gain buy-in and successfully execute community deposit programs within their own firms.

Speaker Information

Joe Quiroga is President of Texas National Bank. Texas National Bank is a Hispanic-Owned community bank and CDFI chartered in 1920 out of Mercedes, TX with an emphasis on servicing the small business needs of the Rio Grande Valley. Since 2007 the Bank has grown from $64 million to $940 million in assets with ten locations. Prior to joining Texas National Bank, Mr. Quiroga was Vice President at JPMorgan Chase with positions in Commercial Lending and Private Banking managing both U.S. and International clients. Mr. Quiroga was previously licensed as a registered Investment Advisor with NASD Series 7, 63 and State of Texas Group 1 insurance license. Mr. Quiroga is currently serving his second term on the Board of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. He previously served on the Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council and was appointed as the committee’s national representative in Washington D.C. In addition, Mr. Quiroga serves on the OCC’s Minority Depository Advisory Committee to the Comptroller of the Currency, as a Board Member of the Community Development Bankers Association and the Texas Bankers Association.

Jerrod Gray has been at Jack Henry for 14+ years. Jerrod recently moved into his new role as Director, after being a Sr. Manager of Treasury Services at Jack Henry where he orchestrated daily cash and debt management of S&P 500 listed companies and advised the CFO and Senior Vice President. Jerrod also prepared long-term and short-term cash and debt forecasts, while maintaining relationships with banks, and financial vendors.

Fortifying Finance: Banking Powered by the Bedrock of the Financial System (I)

Stephane Lintner, President - Jiko

Tuesday, April 29th
9:45am - 10:45am
Grand E

Session Description

U.S. Treasury bills (T-bills) are the cornerstone of global financial markets, prized for their unmatched safety, liquidity, and ability to deliver reliable yields. This presentation explores the unique qualities of T-bills that make them indispensable to financial institutions (like banks and hedge funds), which have relied on them for years to manage liquidity store operating cash. We will
examine how these institutions leverage T-bills to ensure stability and operational efficiency in the financial system. For corporate treasurers, T-bills represent a vital tool for optimizing cash management strategies. Despite their many benefits, access to T-bills has historically been tedious and time-consuming, involving manual processes and expertise often out of reach for many organizations. This session will uncover how modern solutions are breaking down these barriers, making T-bills more accessible and easier to incorporate into cash management strategies through integration with treasury workflows and payment systems. Attendees will learn why T-bills are not only foundational to institutional finance but also a critical component for businesses seeking safety, liquidity, and yield in today’s economic landscape.

Explore the foundational role of T-bills in the global financial system and their value as safe, liquid, and yielding assets.

Understand how financial institutions and corporate treasurers leverage T-bills for liquidity, operational efficiency, and cash management.
Learn how modern tools and integrations are making T-bills more accessible and simplifying their incorporation into treasury workflows.

Speaker Information

Stephane Lintner is the CEO and co-founder of Jiko. He graduated from Caltech with a PhD in Applied and Computational Mathematics and holds degrees in Machine Learning and Computer Science from the Ecole Normale Superieure in France. Prior to founding Jiko, Lintner worked as a Managing Director at Goldman Sachs’ Securities Division for almost a decade, leveraging technology and finding synergies to modernize the bank. During his nearly decade-long tenure at Goldman Sachs, he witnessed firsthand the inequities of the banking system, including threats to the safety of consumer deposits during the 2008 financial crisis.

Payments Ubiquity…Anytime, Anywhere, Any Type (E)(G)

Navigating Investment Risk in 2025: Strategies for Institutional Liquidity Management (A)(G)

Sara Flour CTP, Managing Director, Liquidity Management - RBC Global Asset Management
Kim Kelly-Lippert CTP, Treasury Manager - Honda

Tuesday, April 29th
9:45am - 10:45am
Iris

Session Description

In a landscape shaped by global economic uncertainty, regulatory shifts, and evolving market dynamics, investment risk management remains a cornerstone for institutional success. This session will provide actionable insights and cutting-edge strategies tailored to the challenges of 2025. Anchored in real-world scenarios and informed by the latest trends in liquidity management, this presentation will delve into:

Emerging risk factors, including geopolitical shifts and their impact on institutional portfolios.
Advanced risk mitigation techniques to preserve liquidity and optimize returns.
Leveraging data and analytics to enhance risk visibility and decision-making.

Designed for seasoned professionals at the forefront of treasury and investment strategy, this session will offer both a high-level overview of market forces and a deep dive into practical tools and techniques. Attendees will leave equipped with innovative approaches to safeguard their organizations against volatility while seizing growth opportunities.

Gain insights into cutting-edge investment risk management strategies tailored for 2025.
Understand the application risk analytics to optimize institutional portfolio resilience.
Explore collaborative risk management frameworks to navigate economic uncertainty effectively.

Speaker Information

Sara Flour is a managing director, Institutional Liquidity Sales at RBC Global Asset Management (U.S.) Inc. In that capacity, she builds relationships and brings liquidity management solutions to clients. Prior to joining the organization in 2021, Sara was head of corporate treasury coverage specializing in liquidity and fixed income strategies at a German asset management company. She started her career in the investment industry in 1994. She is a Certified Treasury Professional with the Association for Financial Professionals and holds FINRA Series 7, 24, 63, and 79 licenses.

Kim Kelly-Lippert has extensive knowledge and experience in Cash Management and Treasury Operations. Kim has been in Treasury Operations for over 30 years. Kim spent the first part of her career at a Subsidiary of Edison International, and has continued her career for the last 10 years with Treasury Management with American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Her key experience lies in managing the end-to-end process of cash management activity and managing investment portfolios for billion-dollar corporations. At American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Kim currently leads the operational and strategic treasury functions, manages banking relationships, and directs the short-term investment portfolio where cash is invested extensively in both Money Market Funds and Direct Investments.

Going Above and Beyond Without Doing Much! (I)

Laurel Egan Kenny, President - Turningpoint Communications
Jenny Kerzman, Assistant Director/Treasury Management - City of Dallas
Ginger Gidden, Director, Treasury Management Sales, Corporate Banking & Specialized Industries - Wells Fargo
Alex Harris, MBA, CTP, Treasury Management Team Manager - Cadence Bank
Tonya Jackson, AAP Treasury Management Officer Customer Service Team Lead - American Bank

Tuesday, April 29th
9:45am - 10:45am
Periwinkle

Session Description

Four multi-perspective presenters (practitioner, treasury management sales, treasury management customer service, treasury management consultant) will discuss and define banking relationship management best practices for:

Annual Reviews;
Account Analysis Discussions;
Requests for Proposal. Small efforts can lead to large returns on investment and a lack of effort can lead to (long-time) client business not returning.

Banking Relationship Management best practices for

Annual Reviews;
Account Analysis Discussions;
Requests for Proposal.

Speaker Information

Laurel Egan Kenny founded Turningpoint Communications after 13 years of building and leading treasury and wealth management marketing and relationship management teams for State Street Corporation and Santander. In addition to leading her firm, Laurel personally conducts TM sales trainings and coaching for FIs and fintechs. She also works with banks to optimize their TM sales teams and divisions; and personally guides highly-valued clients (and their assets) through high-stakes TM portal conversions with 100% retention rates. Laurel earned MBA, MS and BA degrees from Simmons University; and Executive Leadership and Performance Leadership certificates from Cornell University. An AFP regional association champion and 23-time award-winning AFP regional officer, Laurel regularly presents at national and regional AFP events; is a twice published AFP Exchange author and 8-time AFP Regional Officer Meeting leader.

Jenny Kerzman joined the City of Dallas in 2021 as Assistant Director of Treasury in the City Controller’s Office. She is responsible for overseeing the areas of cash management and banking services, the administration of the City’s $3 billion investment portfolio, and the $5 billion debt program. Kerzman started her government career with the City of Arlington and served as the Assistant City Treasurer for the City of Fort Worth for over 10 years. In addition to her municipality experience, Kerzman has worked for multiple private companies including Crescent Real Estate Equities, CEC Entertainment and Bimbo Bakeries USA. She is a graduate of Texas Wesleyan University and is a Certified Treasury Professional (CTP). As a treasury professional of over 25 years, she has been a long-time member of the Fort Worth Association for Financial Professionals (FWAFP) and has served on different board positions, including President and Treasurer. She served as Chairman of the Texpo Treasury Conference in 2011 and most recently as Treasurer in 2021. As a new member of the Dallas AFP, she is currently a member of the Education Committee for Texpo 2023. Other associations include the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), Women’s Public Finance Network (WPFN), Government Treasurers’ Organization of Texas (GTOT), and is a current member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee of the TX Women in Public Finance. In her spare time, Kerzman is a proud Aggie Mom and is currently serving as Treasurer of the Fort Worth/Tarrant County Aggie Moms’ Club.

Ginger Gidden is Director, Treasury Management Sales, Corporate Banking & Specialized Industries, Wells Fargo Bank, NA is a Treasury Management Sales Consultant for Wells Fargo Bank with a Retail Industry market focus. She is responsible for assisting client initiatives in treasury management, ERP management, and process improvement. Ginger holds 25 years’ experience in treasury management sales, product management and operations. Ginger is a member of the Dallas AFP and NEAFP. Ginger holds a BS in Business from Birmingham-Southern College. She is based in Atlanta with clients across New England and Texas.

Alex Harris leads a team of treasury management sales officers in the Dallas market for Cadence Bank. Previously, Alex served as Senior Vice President, Strategy Consultant, for Wells Fargo, covering the Large Corporate Retail and Energy & Power sectors out of Dallas TX. Alex began his Treasury Management career ten years ago, as a Treasury Management Officer, where he managed a portfolio of commercial banking Healthcare, Higher Education, and Not-for-Profit clients across the greater south region. Alex enjoys and is well suited to deliver forward-thinking solutions and strategies to clients, affording operational efficiencies and redeploying resources to strategic initiatives. Alex attributes much of his career success to the strong relationships he has cultivated over time. He believes a key component of building his professional brand is the network and centers of influence he surrounds himself with. Alex earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and MBA from Mississippi State University. He is a proud 5-year member of the Dallas Association for Financial Professionals. Outside of work, Alex enjoys traveling, reading, watching sports, and cycling.

CTP – Session 5 – Mastering CTP (ETM7) Materials (B)

Dubos Masson, Ph.D, CTP, CertICM, President, The Treasury Academy
Raymond Vines, CTP - Part Time Treasurer, Treasury Consultant, Trainer - Turningpoint Communications

Tuesday, April 29th
9:45am - 10:45am
Sunflower

Session Description

Chapter 13: Short-Term Investing/Borrowing
Chapter 17: Financial Risk Management

Speaker Information

D.J. Masson, Ph.D., is President of The Treasury Academy, a training and consulting firm specializing in treasury management, international finance, business forecasting, and risk management. Over the past 25 years, D.J. has provided business and financial consulting and training services to a wide variety of corporations, financial institutions, and not-for-profit organizations in the U.S., Canada, and abroad. He is currently an Associate Clinical Professor of Finance at Indiana University’s Kelly School of Business and is a trainer and curriculum developer for programs with Association for Financial Professionals (AFP), GT News and Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT) in the U.K, and Citibank’s Global Transactions Services unit. D.J. has extensive experience in developing curriculum for a wide range of teaching and training environments, both residential and on-line. He has developed classes and taught at all levels of higher education: undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA, and in-house, custom-designed courses. D.J. has worked with professional associations to develop workshop, training materials, and certification programs in the areas of Treasury Management, Credit Management, Global Cash Management, Financial Forecasting, Commercial Banking, and Risk Management. D. J.’s educational background includes a B.A. in Business from the University of New Orleans and an MBA and Ph.D. in Finance from Indiana University. D.J. earned his Certified Cash Manager (CCM/CTP) credential in 1988. D.J. also earned the Cert ICM, an international cash management certification, from the Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT) in the UK in 1999.

Ray Vines brings 30 years of corporate treasury experience (and honesty) to bear for Turningpoint Communications’ treasury management sales trainees, customers, customers’ clients and other key constituents as the “voice of the client” for programs, documentation and high-touch client experiences. Ray is also an instructor for the Association for Financial Professionals’ (AFP) Certified Treasury Professional (CTP), Treasury Learning System instructor-led courses, educating hundreds of prospective CTP candidates each spring and fall for Rice University and the University of Texas. Formerly, Ray served as Director of Treasury for Dean Foods in Dallas for seven years, where he was responsible for leading treasury operations and his team, managing internal and external relationships and continuous process improvement. Prior to Dean Foods, Ray spent 20 years at RadioShack as Director of Treasury Operations. Ray is an active participant in enhancing the role of treasury management as an industry and career through his participation on industry roundtables and his leadership of the Dallas AFP, including his role as past president of the . Ray co-chaired the award-winning TEXPO conference in Dallas in 2018, leading all technological, marketing and communications aspects of the conference and is a key member of the content team for #DallasTEXPO2023. Ray holds a B.S. in Finance and MS in Accounting from the University of Texas and is a Certified Treasury Professional (CTP). Ray is also a WSET Level 3 Advanced (Wine & Spirits Education Trust) Wine and Spirits Certified instructor, and customizes courses in wine/spirits etiquette for financial audiences and executives.

When Auditors Knock, Is Your Treasury Team Ready? (I)(G)

Improve Working Capital Efficiency amid Economic Uncertainty (B)(I)

The Next Frontier in Treasury: Maximizing Return Through Community Investments (B)

Fortifying Finance: Banking Powered by the Bedrock of the Financial System (I)

Payments Ubiquity…Anytime, Anywhere, Any Type (E)(G)

Navigating Investment Risk in 2025: Strategies for Institutional Liquidity Management (A)(G)

Going Above and Beyond Without Doing Much! (I)

CTP – Session 5 – Mastering CTP (ETM7) Materials (B)

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