Ivars Zukovskis, MBA
About Ivars Zukovskis, MBA
Ivars Zukovskis is the Director of Compliance at BitPay, bringing extensive experience in regulatory compliance across various sectors. He holds an MBA and has previously held leadership roles in compliance at several financial institutions, including bitFlyer Group and E-Global Trade & Finance Group.
Work at BitPay
Ivars Zukovskis serves as the Director of Compliance at BitPay, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and integrating compliance strategies into the company's operations. His expertise in regulatory frameworks aids BitPay in navigating the complexities of the financial technology landscape.
Education and Expertise
Ivars Zukovskis holds an MBA from SBS Business School, where he studied Finance and International Banking from 2012 to 2014. He also earned a Master's degree in Finance from BA School of Business and Finance during the same period. Earlier, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Management Science at the Transport and Telecommunication Institute from 2008 to 2011. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in financial principles and regulatory compliance.
Background
Before joining BitPay, Ivars Zukovskis accumulated extensive experience in compliance roles across various organizations. He worked at bitFlyer Group as Chief Compliance Officer and Head of Compliance, and at E-Global Trade & Finance Group, Inc. as Chief Compliance Officer and Compliance & Money Laundering Reporting Officer. His career spans multiple sectors, including insurance, investment, and payments, and he has operated under diverse regulatory regimes in several countries.
Achievements
Ivars Zukovskis has successfully led organizations through significant regulatory milestones, including MiFID transitions and compliance with Virtual Asset Service Provider regulations. His ability to integrate regulatory knowledge with business strategy has empowered organizations to achieve operational excellence and robust growth. He is also recognized as a public speaker and thought leader in the compliance field, actively contributing to discussions on elevating compliance standards in the financial industry.