Theopoula Z.
About Theopoula Z.
Theopoula Z. is a Senior Product Manager at Backbase in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with a diverse background in banking and technology. She has held various roles at HSBC, Bank of Cyprus, and other organizations, focusing on product management, business analysis, and team leadership.
Work at Backbase
Theopoula Z. has been serving as a Senior Product Manager at Backbase since 2022. Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands, she focuses on product management within the organization. Her role involves overseeing product development and ensuring alignment with market needs.
Previous Experience in Banking
Before joining Backbase, Theopoula Z. held various positions in the banking sector. She worked at HSBC as a Delivery Lead for seven months in Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, and as a Senior Business Analyst for one year. Additionally, she served as a Digital Product Manager at Bank of Cyprus from 2021 to 2022.
Educational Background
Theopoula Z. holds a Master's Degree in Information Management from the University of Strathclyde, which she completed from 2002 to 2003. She also earned a Master's Degree in Financial Engineering from City University of Hong Kong between 2013 and 2014. Her academic foundation includes a Bachelor's Degree in Informatics from Athens University of Economics and Business, obtained from 1995 to 2000.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Theopoula Z. possesses extensive experience in managing dispersed teams and promoting effective communication across diverse cultural contexts. She actively promotes transparency and accountability within teams, ensuring stakeholders and development teams are well-informed. Her proven track record includes removing blockers to facilitate timely project delivery.
Career Timeline
Theopoula Z.'s career spans several roles in various organizations. She worked at Deloitte & Touche as a Business Analyst in 2000, followed by positions at Intracom Telecom and Bank of Cyprus. Her experience also includes consulting roles and significant contributions to HSBC Commercial Banking over multiple years.