Christian Kothe
About Christian Kothe
Christian Kothe serves as the Tribe Lead for Financial Crime Compliance at SWIFT, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in the financial sector, having previously held various leadership roles at SWIFT and Digital Equipment Germany GmbH.
Current Role at SWIFT
Christian Kothe serves as the Tribe Lead for Financial Crime Compliance at SWIFT. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the organization's efforts in combating financial crime. His role involves overseeing compliance initiatives and ensuring that SWIFT adheres to regulatory requirements in this critical area.
Previous Experience at SWIFT
Kothe has an extensive history with SWIFT, having worked in various leadership roles. He was the Managing Director and Head of Germany & Switzerland from 1995 to 1999. He later served as the Head of Central & Eastern Europe from 2007 to 2017, and as the Head of Market Initiatives EMEA from 2017 to 2018. His tenure at SWIFT has spanned over two decades, showcasing his deep understanding of the financial services sector.
Experience at Digital Equipment Germany GmbH
Before joining SWIFT, Christian Kothe worked at Digital Equipment Germany GmbH as the Head of Marketing for the Financial Services Industry from 1993 to 1995. This role involved developing marketing strategies tailored to the financial sector, enhancing his expertise in the intersection of technology and finance.
Education and Qualifications
Christian Kothe studied at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, where he focused on Banking, Auditing, and Private Law. He earned a Diplom-Kaufmann (Dipl. Kfm) degree between 1982 and 1987. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles and regulatory frameworks.