Jean Marc Velasque
About Jean Marc Velasque
Jean Marc Velasque serves as the Head of Business Consulting for the Middle East and Africa at Sopra Banking Software, a position he has held since 2017. With a strong background in financial planning and analysis, he has extensive experience in operations efficiency and business transformation within the financial services sector.
Work at Sopra Banking Software
Jean Marc Velasque has held the position of Head of Business Consulting for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) at Sopra Banking Software since 2017. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operations efficiency and commercial performance within the financial services sector. His leadership at Sopra Banking Software has involved working with various financial institutions to drive business transformation and improve consulting services.
Previous Experience at Credit Lyonnais
Prior to his current role, Jean Marc Velasque worked at Credit Lyonnais in various capacities. He served as a Financial Controller for IT Production from 1997 to 1999 and as Financial Planning & Analysis for Trade Finance from 1999 to 2001. These positions were based in the Paris Area, France, where he gained valuable experience in financial management and analysis.
Education and Expertise
Jean Marc Velasque holds a Master's Degree in Financial Planning from Leonard de Vinci, which he completed in 1996. He also studied Financial & Statistics at Université Paris Dauphine - PSL from 1991 to 1996. His academic background supports his expertise in IFRS norms, essential for financial reporting and compliance, as well as his extensive experience in business transformation and international management.
Background in Financial Services
Jean Marc Velasque possesses extensive experience working with major financial institutions across Europe and emerging markets. His professional background includes collaborations with organizations such as Société Générale, BNP Paribas, and HSBC. He has also worked with financial institutions in diverse regions, including North Africa and Asia, notably with AttijariWafa in Morocco and Eximbank in China.
Specialization in Operations Efficiency
Jean Marc Velasque specializes in operations efficiency and commercial performance within the financial services sector. His focus on these areas has contributed to his success in driving business transformation initiatives and enhancing consulting practices in his current role at Sopra Banking Software.