Richard Van Rees
About Richard Van Rees
Richard Van Rees serves as the Director of Product Management for International Payments at UBS in Zürich, Switzerland, where he has worked since 2020. He has a robust background in product and project management, with extensive experience in international payments and a history of roles at KPMG Switzerland.
Work at UBS
Richard Van Rees has been serving as the Director of Product Management International Payments at UBS since 2020. In this role, he is based in Zürich, Canton of Zürich, Switzerland. He has played a significant role in the development of innovative foreign exchange (FX) payment products, contributing to the bank's offerings in international payments.
Experience at KPMG Switzerland
Prior to his current position, Richard Van Rees worked at KPMG Switzerland for several years. He held various roles, starting as a Consultant in IT Advisory from 2013 to 2015, then advancing to Senior Consultant from 2015 to 2017, and finally serving as a Manager from 2017 to 2020. His tenure at KPMG provided him with a strong foundation in consulting and project management.
Educational Background
Richard Van Rees has an extensive educational background. He studied at the University of Groningen, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Business & Management from 2008 to 2012. He also attended Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM), achieving a Bachelor of Business Administration in 2012. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Science in Information Technology, Management and Innovation from Högskolan i Jönköping / Jönköping University from 2012 to 2013, and a Master of Science from Jönköping International Business School during the same period.
Volunteer Experience
In 2012, Richard Van Rees volunteered at Proyecto Horizonte for a duration of two months. This experience contributed to his understanding of international contexts and enhanced his skills in project management and teamwork.
Leadership Role at MARUG
Richard Van Rees served as the Chairman of the MARUG Conference Board from 2010 to 2011. In this leadership role, he was involved in organizing conferences and events, which likely enhanced his skills in management and networking within the business community.