Maria Georgieva
About Maria Georgieva
Maria Georgieva serves as the Digital Payment Leader for International Retail Payments at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in economics and extensive experience in digital payment systems, she has contributed to various roles in the banking sector over the past two decades.
Work at Raiffeisen Bank International
Maria Georgieva has been serving as the Digital Payment Leader for International Retail Payments at Raiffeisen Bank International AG since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing digital payment solutions and strategies for international retail banking. Her extensive experience in the banking sector contributes to her leadership in developing innovative payment systems that meet customer needs.
Previous Experience in Banking
Prior to her current position, Maria Georgieva held several roles at Raiffeisenbank Bulgaria. She worked as the Head of Digital Card Payments Department from 2014 to 2021, overseeing the development and management of digital card payment solutions. Before that, she served as Supervisor in the Bank Cards Sector from 2012 to 2014 and as a Project Manager from 2006 to 2012. Her career began at UniCredit Bulbank, where she worked as an Economist from 2002 to 2006.
Education and Expertise
Maria Georgieva studied at Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, where she gained foundational knowledge relevant to her career in banking and finance. Her educational background supports her expertise in digital payments and banking operations, enabling her to effectively lead initiatives in these areas.
Career Timeline
Maria Georgieva's career spans over two decades in the banking industry. She began her professional journey as an Economist at UniCredit Bulbank from 2002 to 2006. Afterward, she joined Raiffeisenbank Bulgaria, where she held various positions, including Project Manager from 2006 to 2012, Supervisor in the Bank Cards Sector from 2012 to 2014, and Head of Digital Card Payments Department from 2014 to 2021. In 2021, she transitioned to Raiffeisen Bank International AG.