Munich, Bavaria, Germany
SETTING DIRECTION. ENABLING EXECUTION. OWNING OUTCOMES. I am an international executive with end-to-end responsibility for technology, operations, and large-scale transformation, including AI, in complex and regulated environments. My work focuses on translating business priorities into operating models, platforms, and execution, with clear accountability for results and people. Today, as Chief Operating & Technology Officer at Solvd Group (Allianz Group), I lead enterprise technology, operations, and transformation initiatives, covering AI-enabled platforms, mission-critical delivery, and governance. I am responsible for more than 2,000 people across more than 40 countries worldwide, shaping how technology and operations work together to drive performance, resilience, and measurable impact. My professional journey began in Slovakia, with a strong foundation in analytics and data-driven systems. Over time, it evolved into leading technology- and operations-driven transformation across international organizations. Experience across Europe at SAS, Capgemini, UniCredit, and now Solvd Group has given me a deep understanding of enterprise environments - from vendor and consulting models to fully integrated service and operating organizations. Areas of responsibility and impact ✔️ Enterprise technology, operations, and transformation leadership (incl. AI) ✔️ Design and execution of scalable operating and platform models ✔️ Governance and delivery in regulated environments ✔️ Post-M&A integration and large-scale transformation programs ✔️ People-first leadership, building accountable and high-performing organizations As a board executive, I contribute technology, operations, and transformation expertise to executive and board-level discussions, supporting informed decision-making, risk management, and long-term value creation within my areas of responsibility. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, gardening, and cycling with my husband, our cat, and our dog. If you are working on challenges around technology- and operations-led transformation at scale, I welcome the exchange. 🗨️
Member of Board of Directors, focus on Technology, Information Security, Operations
• Established a ground-breaking Commercial Banking function within a newly formed organization, serving the Italian market. • Expertly led and managed a range of critical digital initiatives, including Digital Foresight and Innovation, Digital Commercial Banking, Architecture and Technology, Digital Governance and Control, and Digital Security. • Guided UniCredit to omnichannel success as Global Leader of the Omnichannel Program, driving cross-functional alignment and implementation. • Contributed as a Participating Leader to the transformative Digital Operating Model Transformation, shaping the future of UniCredit's digital landscape.
• Spearheaded the digital transformation of UniCredit's retail banking platforms as Global Digital Leader, successfully delivering strategic, design, and implementation initiatives across Italy, Austria, Germany, and Central and Eastern Europe. • Demonstrated expertise in software delivery and maintenance, successfully overseeing branch network, online digital and mobile channels, credits, and core banking systems. • Transformed legacy systems into an omnichannel platform, exposed to all legal entities, through re-skilling the workforce, product-oriented delivery, cost optimization, and ensuring quality operations • Effectively managed over 1,300 employees across Europe region in 7 offices of UniCredit Services, with direct responsibility for 300 million EUR of capital expenses and over 600 million EUR of operating digital expenses.
• Provided astute supervision to the Executive Management Board • Infused critical discussions within the Board with extensive experience in IT and digitalization, as well as a deep understanding of operational risk related to IT, Operations, and IT Security.