CurrencyCast is a treasury podcast series from currency management experts, Kantox. In each episode, we look at the pressing foreign exchange (FX) risk issues facing treasurers and CFOs today and help them identify the potential gaps in their FX risk management strategy. Each episode will provide viewers with quick bite-size insights to help them better understand their FX risk, stay informed of the latest currency management trends and learn about the future of FX tech.
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At the OTT Cast we take a deep dive into the world of OTT, an acronym for Over-The-Top which refers to streaming content via an internet connection. We examine the world of Connected TV from all angles, bringing insightful interviews from brands to developers and advertisers to innovators. This is your one-stop-shop for all things Connected TV!
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Join Gareth and Mike as we chat about the technology used in scenic automation. We dive into machine design, programming, and electronics, and how all that stuff can be used on stage to bring motion into live performances. We also might take an occasional detour to talk about other interesting gadgets.
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The New Currency Landscape Beyond the USD
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13:13Send us a text Elevate your FX risk management strategy nowBy Kantox
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How Treasury Teams Bridge the Cash Flow Gap in FX Risk Management
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11:45Send us a text Treasurers, it's time to tear down those silos! In our latest episode, we explore why the traditional separation between FX risk management and cash/liquidity management is becoming obsolete—and how technology is making these functions virtually inseparable. Key insights we cover: ✅ How API connectivity transforms micro-hedging progr…
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Episode 89 – Deep Diving On Spikemark, Vantis, Stagehand FX & Custom Projects
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1:49:25Kody, Mike, Christian, and Gareth are back with plenty to share! After spending some time getting hands-on with Vantis, they dive into what the future might hold. From making interfaces simple and intuitive for facility users to keeping powerful control options for live performance pros, they explore how to balance it all. Plus, they chat about som…
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The Human Element in Modern Treasury with Alexander Ilkun
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37:22Send us a text The treasurers thriving today aren't just technically skilled - they're strategic business partners who understand both technology and human psychology. Join us in this episode of CurrencyCast for an eye-opening conversation with Alexander Ilkun, founder of the Baltic Treasury Association, on how treasury management is transforming i…
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How Remote and Ferrero Treasury Leaders Stay Ahead with Centralisation
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35:43Send us a text In this episode of CurrencyCast, host Agustin Mackinlay welcomes Ana de Souza (Global Treasurer at Remote) and Bruno Lawaree (Group Treasurer at Ferrero) to discuss how global treasurers navigate market volatility, trade wars, and financial turbulence. Discover how centralisation enables Remote to manage operations across 70 currenci…
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Episode 88 - Chatting With Dave Thomas CEO Of Wenger Corporation
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53:18You might have heard the big news that Creative Conners was acquired by Wenger Corporation in April, and this month Kody, Christian, Mike, and Gareth get to chat with their new boss Dave Thomas.By Creative Conners
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Mastering FX Risk in Trump's Trade Policy Era
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15:21Send us a text 🎙In our first CurrencyCast episode of Season 11, we dive into how the current US administration's unpredictable tariff policies are reshaping corporate FX risk management. As trade policy uncertainty continues to dominate global markets, financial leaders need new strategies. In this episode, we explore: Why traditional FX forecastin…
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Kody, Mike, Christian, and Gareth are back to talk about a “quick” install in NYC that turned out to be not so quick. They also talk about some of the work that’s being done on the dual servo chain lift and some cool new features in Off The Shelf. They’ve also got some cool new Surface Laptops!By Creative Conners Inc.
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Estrategias y Soluciones Tecnológicas para Transformar la Tesorería con Alfred Roig
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31:56Send us a text 🎙En este episodio de CurrencyCast exploramos el mundo de la transformación digital en tesorería con Alfred Roig, Director General de Convista España. 🚀 Qué aprenderas en este episodio: ✨ Evolución tecnológica: De ERP tradicionales a soluciones especializadas con conectividad en tiempo real 💡 Implementación de sistemas: Mucho más que …
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Send us a text 🎙What happens when two fintech pioneers share their secrets to conquering treasury management challenges? Tune into our latest episode of CurrencyCast to discover the answer. We sit down with two visionary fintech leaders: Antonio Berga, co-CEO and founder of Embat Antonio Rami, Chief Growth Officer and co-founder of Kantox 💼We asked…
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Smart FX Strategies for US Firms to Navigate the Strong USD
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12:05Send us a text 🎙 In the latest episode of CurrencyCast, we dive deep into the current USD strength and its impact on US businesses. Are currency headwinds holding your company back, or could they be an opportunity for strategic transformation? Key Takeaways: Understanding the drivers behind the strong USD Moving beyond traditional risk mitigation E…
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Episode 86 - Tracking Video Walls, Consoles, and Chain Motors
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1:17:24Kody, Christian, Mike, and Gareth are back talking about another quick turn around LED video wall project as well as the new Spikemark Console. They also dive into some new Cable and Chain Motor improvements.By Creative Conners Inc.
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A Strategic Guide to Treasury Technology Investment with Michael Bach (Deloitte)
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41:23Send us a text 🎙 What defines successful Treasury technology transformation? Join us in conversation with Michael Bach, Head of Treasury Technology Advisory at Deloitte Frankfurt, as we explore how modern Treasury teams are leveraging technology to create strategic advantage. Get key insights on: Transforming Treasury from process execution to stra…
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Making Sense of Exotic Currency Markets with Marianna Polykrati
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33:21Send us a text 🎙 What’s the outlook for exotic currencies? And how should treasurers manage liquidity and FX risk amid heightened geopolitical tensions? In the latest episode of CurrencyCast, we sit down with Marianna Polykrati, Group Treasurer at AVRAMAR to tackle these challenges and share practical strategies for: ✅ Hedging & exposure netting ✅ …
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Episode 85 - Sunroofs, iPads, Chain Motors, and More.
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1:52:18Gareth, Mike, Christian, and Kody are back and boy do they have a lot to say. Turns out a lot happened in January. Everything from custom machines to internal processes to new toys and so much more.By Creative Conners Inc.
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AI, FX Narratives, ESG and Risk Management in 2025 with Eleanor Hill
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40:03Send us a text 🎙️Season 10 of #CurrencyCast is live! In our latest episode, we are joined by Eleanor Hill, founder of Treasury Storyteller and seasoned Treasury journalist, to dive into the year’s top priorities and trends for Treasurers. 🔑 Key topics we discuss: The role of artificial intelligence (AI) in Treasury management Navigating FX narrativ…
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Episode 84 - Dual Motor Machines, Canadian Tech Support, And 2024 Recap
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1:41:10Mike, Kody, Christian, and Gareth are back chatting about a few different dual motor projects, Canadian tech support, LDI, a few different tangents, and recapping 2024.By Creative Conners Inc.
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Helping Treasurers Prepare for 2025 with François Masquelier
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45:44Send us a text How should corporate FX risk managers prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead? In our latest CurrencyCast episode, we had the privilege to speak with the renowned François Masquelier, Chairman of the European Association of Corporate Treasurers (EACT) and CEO of Simply Treasury, a leading voice in Treasury management and i…
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The first units of the new Floorpocket v2 have shipped and Kody, Christian, Mike, and Gareth are finally ready to talk about it. Also while the Floorpocket was finishing up there was a surprise trip to Hawaii for Mike, Gareth, and Christian. We’ll also be at LDI booth 2009 to show off the new Spikemark 6 and Console!…
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The "British Peso Narrative": A Playbook for Treasurers
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4:31Send us a text The UK's recent economic woes have been well-documented, but one factor often overlooked is the devastating impact of FX risk. In our latest episode of CurrencyCast, we delve into the self-defeating narrative that gripped the market after the pound's crash in 2022. Watch now the full episode to listen to actionable advice as we discu…
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Trump's Win: Navigating FX Volatility, Shifting Interest Rates & Cash Flow Uncertainty
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11:19Send us a text 🎙The US election has sent shockwaves through global currency markets. Join us on CurrencyCast as we delve into the implications of this historic event, we provide insights and practical advice for currency managers to navigate these challenging times. We discuss the impact of the results for treasurers: USD Strength: Understanding th…
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There were some quick projects this month and some extended on site trips. Everything from SNL to residential art spinners to Hawaii (again), and Mike, Kody, Christian, and Gareth are back to chat about all of them.By Creative Conners Inc.
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Cross-Border Investment Challenges: Navigating Currency Risk with Jose Carlos Cuevas
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37:00Send us a text 🎙What are the key factors to consider when investing in emerging markets? Find the answer in our new episode of CurrencyCast. We sat down with Jose Carlos Cuevas, Partner at Crowe and Board Member of ASSET, to discuss cross-border investment in the multi-currency world. Our guest shares invaluable insights on: The FX risk map of long…
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How Treasury Associations Fight Fraud in the Digital Age with Guillermo de la Fuente
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30:49Send us a text 🎙Join the tsunami of digitisation! In our latest episode of CurrencyCast, we sat down with Guillermo De La Fuente, Senior Finance Executive and member of EACT in Switzerland, to discuss how new technology helps treasurers combat payment fraud. In this insightful interview, we discuss: The growing threat of payment fraud and its impac…
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Corporate FX Hedging Beyond the Carry Trade with BNP Paribas's Daisy Andrew
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33:22Send us a text 🎙️Is your company's FX hedging strategy prepared for the next market shock? In this episode of CurrencyCast, we dive into the world of corporate hedging and how to effectively manage FX risk with Daisy Andrew, IRFX Sales from BNP Paribas London. Listen now to learn about: the rise of local currency invoicing and its impact on corpora…
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Turns out there has been more than just the Hawaii job happening in the shop. Mike, Christian, Kody, and Gareth chat about some of the other projects that have been going on at the shop. Everything from retrofitting controls in NYC, to building the new four post chain hoist lift, to Slushi machines and new cameras.…
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The Currency Advantage in the Sportswear Industry: Adidas & On Holdings
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15:06Send us a text 🎙Season 9 of CurrencyCast is here! We’re kicking off this season with a special episode where our host analyses the FX strategies of two mainstream sports apparel companies, Adidas and On Holdings. In this episode, we explain: 🔹How Adidas faces significant FX risks due to its global supply chain and multi-currency cash flows. 🔹How On…
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The episode may be a little bit late (what is 16 days really) but it finally happened! The project Mike, Kody, Christian, and Gareth have been talking about for months got installed! On this episode they dive deep on all the ups, downs, and bumps along the way.By Creative Conners Inc.
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Episode 79 - Spikemark 6 is coming!
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1:38:39We are just wrapping up™️ development the next version of Spikemark. Besides changing how cues are written, how many GO buttons are available, live speed adjustment mid-move, and a new authorization model, not much has changed 😂 Listen in as we dig into the details. Oh, and Christian got a new TV. And Gareth bought (another) lens.…
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FX Lessons from Merck & Hermès: How Finance Teams Fuel Success
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13:38Send us a text What could two global giants like Merck and Hermès have in common? In our latest episode of #CurrencyCast, we reverse engineer the FX Strategies of Merck & Hermès and learn some actionable takeaways you can apply to navigate currency fluctuations. Our host, Agustin Mackinlay takes a look at these two companies and tries to decipher w…
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The gang is back to chat about a big project heading to Hawaii (sshh… it’s secret, just between you and us). We’ve been tackling woes of absolute encoders and precision load cells. Laugh along as we cry.By Creative Conners Inc.
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The Future of the Payments Landscape with Lorraine Mouat
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26:13Send us a text 💸 What does the future of the payments look like? This week on #CurrencyCast, we dive deep into the explosion of payment methods and the factors driving this growth with Lorraine Mouat, Head of Payments at Thistle Initiatives. Here's a taste of what Lorraine discussed with our host, Agustin Mackinlay: 🔹 The pros and cons of building …
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Treasury Management During Volatile Times in the Asia/Pacific Region with Damian Glendinning
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36:12Send us a text 🌏 Don't miss this episode of hashtag#CurrencyCast, where we sat down with Damian Glendinning, former Treasury Manager at IBM and Lenovo, to learn how to navigate bank relationships and mitigate risk in a volatile financial climate. Watch now to master FX risk in Asia-Pacific with a Treasury pro! In this episode, Damian shares his ins…
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Episode 77 - Talking Automation With Joe Jeremy
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1:15:51Gareth, Kody, and Christian got the chance to sit down and chat with Joe Jeremy! They started with Joe’s impressive career starting as a carpenter all the way through founding Niscon. Along the way they also got to talk about some of the cool projects Joe’s worked on all around the world.By Creative Conners Inc.
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How to Manage Emerging Market Currencies with Danilo Gonzalez
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30:55Send us a text The attractions of doing business in emerging markets are often very high, but how do you effectively hedge the related FX risk? Tune in to our latest CurrencyCast episode with Danilo Gonzalez, Competence Hub Lead for Europe & Africa at Siemens Energy, where we explore the challenges and opportunities of managing the FX risk of exoti…
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Why FX Risk Management Matters in B2B Payments with Enrico Camerinelli
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35:46Send us a text 🎙Struggling to manage FX risk in your B2B transactions? Tune in to our latest CurrencyCast episode with Enrico Camerinelli, Global Senior Research Analyst, where we explore why FX risk management matters for B2B companies. In this episode you will learn: The hidden dangers of FX risk in B2B transactions. Strategies to navigate the ev…
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Mike, Kody, Christian, and Gareth have been squashing lots of bugs over the last month and have lots to say about them. In the midst of bug squashing Gareth also built a 6-axis show and Kody designed a new Stagehand.By Creative Conners Inc
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What are the key skills of the strategic treasurer w/ Pieter de Kiewit
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28:40Send us a text 🎙Season 8 of #CurrencyCast is live! To kick off the new season, we have invited Pieter de Kiewit, treasury headhunter, to discuss the hiring trends and key skills that modern treasurers need to shift from financial experts to strategic partners. Don't miss this episode! Tune in to explore: Why communication skills are becoming key in…
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Mike, Kody, Christian, and Gareth get together to chat about CAT1 stopping and brake sequencing for an upcoming job in Hawaii. Kody and Mike also recount some of the fun from USITT this year, all of which leads to an impromptu discussion about our headphones.By Creative Conners Inc.
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Managing FX Risk with a strong currency: Lessons from Netflix and Swatch
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10:45Send us a text 🎙 This week on CurrencyCast, we dive into the currency challenges faced by global giants Netflix and Swatch. So, how do they manage this risk? Tune in to learn some lessons about their foreign exchange risk management strategies. In this episode, we explore: The impact of appreciating functional currencies on global sales. The best p…
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Finding the Ideal Treasury Infrastructure for FX Centralisation with Justin Callaghan
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40:00Send us a text 🎙Does company size matter when it comes to Treasury centralisation?Tune into #CurrencyCast to find out what Justin Callaghan, treasury expert and CEO of FTI Treasury, thinks. Agustin, our host, sat down with Justin to discuss: - How to efficiently implement an in-house banking structure - What are the benefits of FX centralisation in…
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Episode 74 - Tech Support & Product Summit
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1:26:11Gareth, Mike, Kody, and Christian are back discussing some of the ever-green tech support issues and some of the new products that were proposed during Creative Conners’ annual product summit. All of this set to the dulcet tones of general contractors renovating the new offices.By Creative Conners Inc.
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How to Efficiently Implement FX Centralisation w/ Enric Hosta
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13:45Send us a text 🎙What is the key to successful Treasury centralisation? In this special episode of #CurrencyCast, we invited Enric Hosta Robert, Product Owner at Kantox, to share the behind-the-scenes of our new Kantox In-House FX solution. Agustin, our host, sat down with Enric to chat about: 🔹 Why treasurers are turning towards centralisation of T…
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CBDCs & Best Practices in FX Management w/ Royston Da Costa
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33:50Send us a text 🎙What are the four pillars you should look for in treasury management this 2024? Tune into #CurrencyCast to learn from experienced treasury professional Royston Da Costa, Assistant Treasurer at Ferguson Agustin Mackinlay, our host, had an insightful conversation with Royston covering topics such as: 🔹 Treasury management best practic…
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Gareth, Mike, Christian, and Kody are back discussing bringing New features to old controllers, big New Spikemark features, and the New ways they’re looking at the company and what they do.By Creative Conners Inc.
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The Evolving Role of The CFO Balancing Risk and Strategy w/ Bonnie Tomei
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31:00Send us a text 🎙What is the role of the CFO in today’s world? Tune in to our latest episode of CurrencyCast with guest Bonnie Tomei, CFO of Spectra7 Microsystems and experienced Finance professional, to find out how they balance being a strategic partner while managing risk. Agustin, our host, and Bonnie sat down to discuss: The role of the CFO in …
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Treasury Perspectives for 2024 w/ François Masquelier
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40:09Send us a text 🎙#CurrencyCast is back with another season of insightful content on treasury, FX risk and currency management. This time around, we have invited François Masquelier, CEO of SimplyTreasury and Chair of ATEL and EACT treasury associations. Agustin Mackinlay, our host, and François sat down to discuss the upcoming trends in currency man…
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Kody, Christian, Mike, and Gareth are here to look back on 2023 in this very special bonus episode.By Creative Conners Inc.
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Episode 71 - Geffen Vortek Retrofit
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1:22:28Kody, Christian, Mike, and Gareth chat for 4 hours about the Geffen Vortek retrofit that Kody and Christian were just on site for, and even in this abridged version they follow all the tangents.By Creative Conners Inc.
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Episode 70 - New Services, Tangents, and Farewells
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1:07:21Mike, Kody, Christian, Harry, and Gareth are back at it introducing some new service offerings from Creative Conners. In the midst of all the new they(Kody) experience some technical difficulties and really lean into the “other cool tech” part of the show with some tangents about Windows and cameras. Finally they say farewell to Harry as he moves o…
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