Saskia Devolder
About Saskia Devolder
Saskia Devolder serves as the Managing Director and Head of Western and Central Europe at Swift, with a significant background in prepaid products from her time at MasterCard Europe. She has over two decades of experience in leadership roles across various regions, demonstrating her expertise in managing teams and projects.
Current Role at Swift
Saskia Devolder serves as the Managing Director and Head of Western and Central Europe at Swift since 2017. In this role, she oversees operations and strategic initiatives across these regions. Additionally, she holds the position of General Manager and Head of Swift Benelux and France since 2012. Her leadership at Swift involves managing complex projects and fostering relationships with key stakeholders in the financial services sector.
Previous Experience at Swift
Before her current roles, Saskia Devolder worked at Swift as the Global Account Director from 2006 to 2009. She also served as the General Manager and Head of Swift Benelux from 2009 to 2012. Her tenure at Swift has equipped her with extensive knowledge of the company's operations and client management strategies.
Experience at MasterCard
Saskia Devolder has a significant background in the payments industry, having worked at MasterCard Europe. She was a Product Manager for Prepaid Products from 1999 to 2001 and later served as Vice President of Global Key Client Management from 2001 to 2006. During her time at MasterCard, she contributed to the development of prepaid products and supported various projects during challenging periods.
Educational Background
Saskia Devolder studied at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, where she earned a Master's degree in Communication from 1991 to 1994. She also completed a Bachelor's degree at the Higher Institute for Professional Education from 1988 to 1991. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in communication and management.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Saskia Devolder possesses extensive experience in managing and leading teams across multiple regions, including Western and Central Europe, EMEA North, and Benelux and France. Her roles have involved strategic planning, project management, and client relationship management, demonstrating her capability in navigating complex business environments.