Cristian Enache
About Cristian Enache
Cristian Enache is a Product Manager in Business Banking at Backbase, where he has worked since 2020 in Amsterdam. He has extensive experience in product management and innovation, having held various roles at ING Bank and other organizations.
Work at Backbase
Cristian Enache has been employed at Backbase as a Product Manager for Business Banking since 2020. In this role, he has contributed to various initiatives, including the launch of a new Cash Flow Forecasting capability for SMEs and the SME Mobile app. He moderated a panel for Business Banking Q&A sessions at Backbase Connect 2020, engaging with audiences across Europe, Asia, Africa, and LATAM. Additionally, he participated as a speaker at Backbase Engage 2021, sharing insights on Business Banking product updates.
Previous Experience
Before joining Backbase, Cristian Enache co-founded Beep Beep, serving as Chief Product Officer for 11 months in 2016. He also worked at Graydon as Product Owner for Continuous Innovation from 2016 to 2018. Prior to these roles, he held multiple positions at ING Bank, including Senior Electronic Banking Support Officer and Product Manager in Payments and Cash Management from 2006 to 2014. His experience includes managing electronic banking services and overseeing product development in various capacities.
Education and Expertise
Cristian Enache holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, which he completed in 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Computers and Automatic Control from Universitatea „Politehnica” din București, graduating in 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in product management and banking technology, particularly in the areas of payments and cash management.
Achievements in Product Management
Cristian Enache has led significant product initiatives throughout his career. At Backbase, he spearheaded the launch of a Cash Flow Forecasting capability for SMEs in February 2021 and the SME Mobile app in October 2020. He coordinated offshore teams in Ukraine to enhance Liquidity Management capabilities. His role as a Payments Expert includes comprehensive knowledge of SEPA, international payments, and ACH transactions, contributing to his effectiveness in product management.
Mentorship and Community Engagement
In 2016, Cristian Enache served as a Startup Mentor at UPRISE Festival Europe, where he provided guidance to emerging businesses. His involvement in mentorship reflects his commitment to fostering innovation and supporting startups in the technology sector. Through his participation in industry events, he has shared his insights on business banking and product management, contributing to the broader community.