How Taking Calculated Risks and Strategic Moves Created a World-Class Treasury Career

Meredith Vance, Senior Vice President and Treasurer at NTT Data Americas, details her 25-year career trajectory, emphasizing the necessity of intentional skill-building and networking. Starting as an analyst, she strategically sought roles across diverse industries to master liquidity management, capital markets, and foreign exchange. At NTT Data, she transformed a nascent treasury function into a global, world-class organization by implementing robust governance frameworks and centralizing decision-making authority. Beyond technical expertise, she highlights the critical role of internal networking, advocating for treasury departments to act as strategic business partners by proactively engaging with tax, legal, and sales teams. Her approach underscores the value of taking calculated career risks and leveraging professional associations like the Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) to foster continuous development, mentorship, and long-term career growth.