Curt Chadha
About Curt Chadha
Curt Chadha serves as the Head of Payments & Daily Banking at Raiffeisen Bank International AG and has extensive experience in the fintech and digital payments sectors. He holds degrees in Corporate Law, Banking & Finance from Universität Wien and has held various leadership roles across notable financial institutions.
Work at Raiffeisen Bank International
Curt Chadha serves as the Head of Payments & Daily Banking at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the bank's payment solutions and daily banking services. His leadership focuses on enhancing digital payment strategies and improving customer experiences. Prior to this role, he was the Head of International Retail Payments at the same institution from 2020 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Curt Chadha studied at Universität Wien, where he earned a degree in Corporate Law, Banking & Finance from 2001 to 2005. He also attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) for International Business Strategy in 2006. Additionally, he completed a Mini MBA Program at Ashridge Executive Education, Hult International Business School in 2009. His educational background supports his expertise in the financial and legal aspects of banking and digital payments.
Background
Curt Chadha has extensive experience in the financial technology sector, particularly in digital payments. He has held various leadership roles at notable companies, including Wirecard, where he was Managing Director for Central and Eastern Europe from 2018 to 2020. His previous positions at Western Union included Senior Director of Digital Partnerships and Director of Business Development, where he contributed to the company's digital transformation initiatives.
Achievements
Curt Chadha has a proven track record of delivering strategic projects on schedule while exceeding client expectations. His work emphasizes a strong passion for the digital evolution of the financial sector, particularly in fintech and digital payments. He is known for his professional approach, high ethical standards, and strong communication skills, which have contributed to his success in various leadership roles.
Current Board Memberships
In addition to his role at Raiffeisen Bank International, Curt Chadha is a Member of the Supervisory Board at RPC since 2020 and at JSC 'Ukrainian Processing Center' since 2022. He also serves on the Advisory Committee at Elevator Ventures since 2021. These positions reflect his commitment to advancing the fintech landscape and supporting innovative financial solutions.