David Coulson
Employer Relations Manager
Get to know David who acts as liaison between the ACT and employers, ensuring that employers have the necessary information and resources to enable continuous professional development for ACT members.
1. List five adjectives that describe yourself.
Cheerful, inquisitive, receptive, engaging and corny.
2. Why did you join the ACT?
I was looking for inspiration and the ACT provided it.
3. What’s the one thing you love most about your job?
Sharing ideas.
4. Who or what is your greatest inspiration?
Mark Spitz (or my parents, in case my Mum reads this).
5. What appeals to you about treasury?
It’s at the heart of everything an organisation does.
6. What advice would you give to someone wanting to start a career in treasury?
Start early and get qualified (hint: the ACT might be able to help).
7. What’s your preferred pint?
BrewDog Punk IPA
8. Why would you recommend an employer get their staff ACT qualified?
Finance in general and treasury specifically are too important not to have a top quality team with the necessary tools.
9. What’s your favourite networking tip?
Be interested.
10. Congratulations, you hit a home run on your staff away day! What’s your advice on scoring points in the workplace?
Share your dance moves as soon as possible!
To speak to someone about getting your team qualified, please call +44 (0) 20 7847 2540 or email education@treasurers.org
