Michal Horak
About Michal Horak
Michal Horak serves as the Head of Metals and Mining at Raiffeisen Bank International, where he has played a crucial role in expanding the bank's presence in the metals and mining sector across Central and Eastern Europe since 2016.
Work at Raiffeisen Bank International
Michal Horak has been with Raiffeisen Bank International AG since 2006. He began his career at the bank as a Credit Officer for one year before advancing to the role of Director in 2007. In 2016, he took on the position of Head of Metals and Mining, where he has worked for eight years. His tenure at the bank spans over 17 years, during which he has focused on expanding the bank's presence in the metals and mining sector across Central and Eastern Europe.
Education and Expertise
Michal Horak holds a Master's degree in Corporate Finance from the Vienna University of Economics and Business, where he studied from 2000 to 2005. He also attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2005, where he studied Corporate Finance. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in finance, particularly in the context of investment banking services for the metals and mining industry.
Background
Before his current role, Michal Horak worked as a Credit Officer at Raiffeisen Bank International AG. His career at the bank has been marked by a focus on strategic development and investment banking services. He has been instrumental in the bank's initiatives, particularly in the metals and mining sector, contributing to its growth and expansion in this area.
Achievements
During his time at Raiffeisen Bank International, Michal Horak has played a key role in the strategic development of investment banking services tailored for the metals and mining industry. He also contributed to the launch and growth of ZUNO, Raiffeisen Bank International's direct bank, in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, showcasing his ability to drive significant projects within the organization.