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Alexander Paetzold
COO & Managing Director
Walddorfhäslach
Summary
Seasoned business leader with strong emphasis on operational efficiency and strategic growth. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and delivering consistent results. Reliable in adapting to changing business needs and driving continuous improvement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
COO
Trade Technologies, Inc.
08.2019 - Current
- Mentored employees at all levels within the organization to support their professional development goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to optimize workflow and enhance communication channels.
- Boosted operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Partnered with HR on employee engagement initiatives that enhanced workplace morale while reducing turnover rates.
- Facilitated regular leadership meetings to discuss progress on strategic goals, identify opportunities for improvement, and address challenges proactively.
- Negotiated key partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders for improved collaboration and resource allocation.
- Championed change management initiatives for smoother organizational transitions during periods of growth or restructuring.
- Developed high-performing teams through effective hiring, training, and performance management strategies.
- Oversaw the development of new products or services from conception to market launch.
Head of GTRF Sales Region South
HSBC Germany
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Grew the business within the dedicated region by both increasing the share of wallet within the existing client base as well as by winning new clients for the bank.
- Acted as Global Sales Coordinator within HSBC for dedicated multinationals clients with their global Headquarters in the relevant region.
- Led and managed the regional Sales team to be client-focused, value-driven and impactful.
Product Specialist TF/CMC
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
10.2014 - 07.2017
- Delivered presentations at industry conferences, elevating brand visibility and product awareness.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for product improvement and innovation.
- Sales for the bank for all products in the area of Trade Finance / Cash Management for the dedicated client universe in the relevant region
Risk Coordinator
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
12.2013 - 09.2014
- Contributed to the development of risk management frameworks, incorporating best practices principles and aligning with organizational objectives.
- Provided support during incident response efforts, contributing to swift resolution of operational disruptions caused by unforeseen risks.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining key findings from risk assessments, presenting recommendations for improvement to senior leadership.
- Delivered risk awareness training sessions for staff at all levels, fostering a culture of proactive risk management across the organization.
- Risks in focus were both Credit Risk as well as Operational Risk from the bank's Trade Finance & Cash Management business.
- Analyzed and managed the risk-/return profile on portfolio level mainly driven by "Return on Risk-Weighted Assets (RoRWA)".
Senior Advisor
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
05.2012 - 11.2013
- Established strong partnerships with key stakeholders through consistent communication and collaboration efforts, promoting mutual success.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing strategic advice and guidance on industry trends and best practices.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing data trends and adjusting budgets accordingly, maximizing profitability without compromising service quality or customer satisfaction.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization by identifying process inefficiencies and implementing best practices, driving increased productivity and cost savings.
- Created and managed sales campaigns for the Trade Finance business of the bank.
- Participated in projects around digitization of the Trade Finance business.
Consultant
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
10.2006 - 04.2012
- Prepared pitches for consultancy mandates in the are of Treasury- and Risk Management. At a later stage, did the pitches to successfully onboard new clients.
- Participated in relevant mandates (i.e. FX-Management, Interest Rate Management, Liquidity Management, Country- & Counterparty Risk-Management). At a later stage acted as Lead Consultant for such mandates.
- Mandates were for Corporates as well as the Public Sector.
Other
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
08.1997 - 09.2006
Education
Diplom-Volkswirt - International Economics
Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen
Tübingen, Germany 04.2001 -
Skills
Data-driven decision making
Operations management
Corporate governance
Strategic partnerships
Cross-functional team coordination
Process improvement
Cross-functional teamwork
Risk management
Executive leadership
Certification
Certificate in Digital Trade Strategy
Interests
Timeline
Certificate in Digital Trade Strategy
03-2024
COO
Trade Technologies, Inc.
08.2019 - Current
Head of GTRF Sales Region South
HSBC Germany
07.2017 - 07.2019
Product Specialist TF/CMC
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
10.2014 - 07.2017
Risk Coordinator
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
12.2013 - 09.2014
Certified Corporate Treasurer (VDT)
06-2012
Senior Advisor
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
05.2012 - 11.2013
Consultant
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
10.2006 - 04.2012
Diplom-Volkswirt - International Economics
Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen
04.2001 -
Other
Deutsche Bank AG, Germany
08.1997 - 09.2006
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