Speaker profile

Marco Schuchmann is responsible for Akzo Nobel’s worldwide treasury operations. He was appointed in January 2010 as part of the Treasury Transformation Program introduced at Akzo Nobel. In this role, the implementation of SAP TR, setting up a global Treasury Operations Team and the faced roll-out of the payment factory and standardized processes for cash reconciliation (SSC for A/R)  have been crucial milestones. Prior to Akzo Nobel, Marco worked as Managing Director of Amgen Global Finance BV whereby he was the architect of the newly developed in-house bank for the Amgen group worldwide. In this role he assumed responsibility for all Treasury operations activities worldwide. He has huge experience in Treasury change management programs and the implementation of Shared Service Centers.

Corporate profile

AkzoNobel is the largest global paints and coatings company and a major producer of specialty chemicals. We supply industries and consumers worldwide with innovative products and are passionate about developing sustainable answers for our customers. Our portfolio includes well known brands such as Dulux, Sikkens, International and Eka. In 2010, worldwide sales in excess of EUR 14.6 bn were generated and an EBITDA of EUR 2.0 bn, confirming AkzoNobel as a strong and sustainable business. In addition to a strong commitment to return value to shareholders, the company strives to be sustainable and serve customers by transforming the promise of research and development into success stories whereby our customers succeed in their aspiration to be successful.. In everything AkzoNobel does, the company aims to fulfill the mission to serve our customers.