George Pohila
About George Pohila
George Pohila is the Institutional Customer Experience Manager at Gemini, with a background in KYC analysis and client management at Fortress Investment Group, Barclays Investment Bank, and Dealogic.
Institutional Customer Experience Manager at Gemini
George Pohila currently serves as the Institutional Customer Experience Manager at Gemini. He began this role in 2020, based in New York, New York, United States. His responsibilities include enhancing the experience of institutional clients, ensuring their needs are met, and providing exceptional service.
KYC Analyst at Fortress Investment Group
From 2017 to 2020, George Pohila worked as a KYC Analyst in Credit Operations at Fortress Investment Group in New York, New York. He led the Know Your Customer (KYC) and onboarding efforts for the Fortress Credit business with all US-based counterparties. Additionally, he managed the bank and custody account opening process for new funds, Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), and third-party borrowers. Pohila also maintained an internal bank account database with approximately 4,000 active accounts and oversaw Prime Brokerage and Derivative trading relationships.
KYC Analyst at Barclays Investment Bank
Between 2013 and 2017, George Pohila was a KYC Analyst focusing on Client Onboarding at Barclays Investment Bank in New York, New York. In this role, he ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new clients. This experience allowed him to refine his expertise in KYC procedures and client relationship management.
Relationship Associate at Dealogic
George Pohila spent 2010 to 2013 as a Relationship Associate in Institutional Client Management at Dealogic, based in New York, New York. His role involved managing relationships with institutional clients, providing support, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and service delivery.
Educational Background at Villanova University
George Pohila attended Villanova University from 2005 to 2009, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. During his time at Villanova, he gained a strong foundation in economic theory and analysis, which would later inform his professional endeavors in the financial sector.