Maria Zapolski ^{Ultimate Decision-Maker}

Director, Independent Compliance Risk Management - Data and Systems at Citi

Current Job Duration: 4 yrs 10 mos (until March 2026)

HEADLINE:
Citi, Independent Compliance Risk Management

PERSONAL SUMMARY:
Highly accomplished and results-oriented Senior Banking Executive with 20+ years of progressive experience in leading complex regulatory compliance, risk management, and strategic transformation initiatives within a global financial institution. Proven expertise in spearheading large-scale projects, implementing impactful solutions, and building high-performing teams. Adept at leveraging strategic foresight, analytical acumen, and exceptional communication skills to drive operational excellence and foster robust risk and control environments across all organizational levels.

Experience areas:
Large-scale Project Execution, Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance, Change/Program Management, Stakeholder Support/ Management/ Influencing, Executive Communications, Operational Excellence/ Process Improvement, Team Building/ Leadership/ Coaching, Planning and Strategy, Large cross-business teams, Vendor/Contractor Management, Performance Tracking, Data/ Technology Execution

Languages: German, Polish

EDUCATION:
School: Pace University - Lubin School of Business
Degree: MBA, Marketing Management; Investment Management
Activities: None

School: Poznan University of Economics And Business
Degree: Master, Management, Trade and Marketing
Activities: None

School: New York University
Degree: PMP, Project Management
Activities: None

School: Instituto Cervantes in NY
Degree: Spanish Language and Literature
Activities: None

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