Summary
Senior Executive with 25+ years of leadership in finance and business operations across Europe, Pacific, and Caribbean. Expert in scaling multi-million USD portfolios, digital transformation, and leading multicultural teams.
Selected Experience
CEO 2024 – Pres.
Aurora NBFI, Romania
- Directing a multi-million USD microfinance portfolio.
- Optimized ROI and reduced arrears through new product implementation.
General Manager / Board Member 2018 – 2023
SPBD Microfinance, Vanuatu
- Achieved 3 consecutive years of profitability and 65% portfolio growth.
- Restructured operations and media presence for a 55+ staff organization.
COO / Deputy CEO 2016 – 2018
FINCA Haiti
- Led digital transformation with a $5M CAD grant; managed $25M+ USD portfolio.
- Automated credit operations for 160+ staff.
Strategic Roles (Regional Manager/Director) 2008 – 2016
BCR Social Finance / Patria Bank / Carpatica
- Managed portfolios up to €27M and scaled client bases by 200%.
- Led regional expansions and branch network optimizations.
COO & Senior Management 1999 – 2008
Express Finance / CHF International
- Scaled operations from 3 to 40 branches; contributed to national microfinance laws.
Education
Babeș–Bolyai University | Cluj Napoca, Romania
British Open University | Prof. Certs in Finance & Management