Gijsbert Van Der Poel
About Gijsbert Van Der Poel
Gijsbert Van Der Poel serves as the Head of Card Acquiring at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, a position he has held since 2014. His extensive career includes roles in business development and consulting across various financial institutions and a technology company.
Current Role at Raiffeisen Bank International
Gijsbert Van Der Poel serves as the Head of Card Acquiring at Raiffeisen Bank International AG. He has held this position since 2014, accumulating ten years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include overseeing card acquiring operations, which involve managing relationships with merchants and ensuring the effective processing of card transactions.
Previous Experience at Raiffeisen Bank International
Prior to his current role, Gijsbert worked at Raiffeisen Bank International AG as the Head of Cross-Border Merchant Services from 2012 to 2014. In this capacity, he focused on developing and managing services that facilitate international transactions for merchants. His tenure at the bank also includes a position as Business Development Director from 2010 to 2012, where he contributed to strategic initiatives aimed at expanding the bank's market presence.
Career Background in Business Development
Gijsbert has a background in business development, having worked as a Business Development Manager for Euronet Worldwide in the EMEA region from 2006 to 2008. His role involved identifying growth opportunities and developing strategies to enhance the company's market position. Additionally, he served as a Management Consultant at Stratix Consulting from 2002 to 2005, where he provided strategic advice to clients across various sectors.
Educational Qualifications
Gijsbert Van Der Poel holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Central European University, which he completed from 2005 to 2006. He also studied at the University of Twente from 1994 to 2000, where he pursued his undergraduate studies. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in business development and management.
Early Career Experience
Before entering the banking and consulting sectors, Gijsbert worked as an Engineer at Nokia from 2001 to 2002. This role provided him with technical expertise and experience in a leading technology company, which contributed to his professional development in subsequent positions.