Programmer's Day at Verestro
On Programmer's Day, we're talking with Michał Maciąg, Head of IT at Verestro.
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Verestro Investor Relations
For Investors
We are driven by a mission to make cutting-edge financial technology affordable to everyone. By seamlessly integrating Embedded Finance, Fintech as a Service and Banking as a Service, we aim to empower businesses and individuals on a global scale.
We believe in creating sustainable growth for our investors. Our Board of Directors is relentlessly focused on making strategic decisions that ensure the longevity and prosperity of our company.
For a detailed understanding of our financial health, please review Verestro's most recent financial statements. We provide a transparent view of our financial performance, demonstrating Verestro's stability and growth potential.
Board of Directors
Krzysztof Drzyzga
CEO
20 years of experience in payments, banking, loyalty business, fintech start-ups business development and product management. Responsible for overall strategy and development of Verestro.
20 years of experience in payments, banking, loyalty business, fintech start-ups business development and product management. Responsible for overall strategy and development of Verestro.
Michał Maciąg
Board Member
Head of IT, associated with the payment and fintech industry for 12 years. Responsible for the IT department and its dynamic development.
Head of IT, associated with the payment and fintech industry for 12 years. Responsible for the IT department and its dynamic development.
Adrian Durkalec
Board Member
COO responsible for the company's day-to-day operations in the area of ongoing projects and customers maintenance. Supports HR, Security and Legal teams. For over 10 years works in the IT industry and technology project management.
COO responsible for the company's day-to-day operations in the area of ongoing projects and customers maintenance. Supports HR, Security and Legal teams. For over 10 years works in the IT industry and technology project management.
Damian Marzec
Board Member
Working in the IT industry for 15 years, mainly in the product department, focusing on the synergy between new technologies, design and analysis to create innovative solutions that contribute to the company's strategic goals.
Working in the IT industry for 15 years, mainly in the product department, focusing on the synergy between new technologies, design and analysis to create innovative solutions that contribute to the company's strategic goals.
Supervisory Board
Cezary Smorczewski
Chairman
For about 30 years in the financial sector, 20 years in banking, 10 years in private equity / venture capital. Co-founder and former Vice President of Alior Bank, PeKaO SA and PKN Orlen. Former CEO of MCI and founder of Corviglia fund - $500 million. Other experience: Private Equity Managers (PEM) and Bank Handlowy.
For about 30 years in the financial sector, 20 years in banking, 10 years in private equity / venture capital. Co-founder and former Vice President of Alior Bank, PeKaO SA and PKN Orlen. Former CEO of MCI and founder of Corviglia fund - $500 million. Other experience: Private Equity Managers (PEM) and Bank Handlowy.
Wojciech Pysiewicz
Vice-Chairman
Founder of WP2 Investments (shareholder of Verestro). Previously in banking sector - 15 years in the Santander Group, where in Poland he was responsible for marketing in the consumer business, in 2016-2020 he was a member of the management board responsible for Santander's business in Benelux. He also worked, among others, as a journalist in "Puls Biznesu" and was a marketing advisor of the Management Board of Noble Bank.
Founder of WP2 Investments (shareholder of Verestro). Previously in banking sector - 15 years in the Santander Group, where in Poland he was responsible for marketing in the consumer business, in 2016-2020 he was a member of the management board responsible for Santander's business in Benelux. He also worked, among others, as a journalist in "Puls Biznesu" and was a marketing advisor of the Management Board of Noble Bank.
Ernest Pytlarczyk
Board Member
Doctor of Economics, CFA charter holder, author of scientific and economic publications. Responsible for economic analysis, group strategy, digital transformation (projects, products, processes, data) and corporate governance at major Polish banks.
Doctor of Economics, CFA charter holder, author of scientific and economic publications. Responsible for economic analysis, group strategy, digital transformation (projects, products, processes, data) and corporate governance at major Polish banks.
Advisors & Partners
Cristina Paslar
Advisor, Partner, Ex-Mastercard Executive Vice President, Strategy Consultant
Global Product & Marketing executive, leading global teams at Fortune 100 organizations such as Mastercard, IBM, and PwC. Former EVP Global Products Executive at Mastercard, with 20 years of payment’s ecosystem, she led purpose-driven solutions, oversaw the mission to bring 1 billion people into the digital economy, and drove environmentally sustainable solutions like the Carbon Calculator and Priceless Planet Coalition.
Bruno Balvanera
Shareholder, Advisor, Ex-EBRD, Fintech Investor, Strategy consultant
Extensive 35 years of experience in development banking, covering diverse areas such as investment, risk, compliance, legal, social and environmental standards, and renewable energy. Selected experience: Managing Director for Central Asia, Caucasus & Russia at EBRD; Independent Board Director of the Supervisory Board at Liberty Bank.
Wojciech Pysiewicz
Vice Chairman of the Verestro Supervisory Board, Founder of WP2 Investments, a shareholder of Verestro
Experience in banking - 15 years in Santander Group, responsible for marketing in consumer business in Poland, and in 2016-2020 a member of the Board of Directors managing Santander's business in Benelux. Further experience as a journalist at "Puls Biznesu" and as a board advisor for marketing and PR at Noble Bank.
News for Investors
Verestro
- Sep 10
What Is MiCA? New Rules, New Opportunities for Crypto Companies
MiCA is a comprehensive regulatory framework that aims to bring clarity and consistency to the crypto market across the European Union.
Verestro
- Aug 29
Virtual Cards: A New Dimension of Employee Benefits
By empowering employees with virtual cards, you can offer benefits that directly contribute to their well-being and job satisfaction.
Justyna Mazurek
- Aug 26
Verestro's Dog-Friendly Office. Confessions of Mother of Dogs
Verestro is a place where innovation meets employee well-being. Discover our dog-friendly office!
Krzysztof Drzyzga
- Aug 8
How to Offer IBANs to Your Customers: A Step-by-Step Guide
Providing IBANs can improve customer satisfaction, streamline transactions, and expand your market reach.
Verestro
- Aug 6
Verestro Powers NFC Payments for Bancamiga
Verestro enabled Bancamiga to launch NFC payments and merchant tokenization.
Krzysztof Drzyzga
- Aug 1
Verestro's Competitive Edge in Tokenization and Contactless Payments
Verestro provides access to all ways of NFC and contactless payments through a single platform and one vendor.
Krzysztof Drzyzga
- Jul 30
Common Challenges in Card Issuing: Customer Service and User Claims
This article outlines common issues you may encounter in your card issuing program and provides insights on how to prepare for them.
Krzysztof Drzyzga
- Jul 25
KYC vs. KYB: Understanding the Difference in Payout to Card Projects
Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) are fundamental components of AML & CTF regulations. What's the difference?
Michał Maciąg
- Jul 23
A Look at Verestro's Mobile App Development Languages
Let’s dive into the programming languages and technologies Verestro uses to craft its mobile solutions.
Verestro
- Jul 18
Pay with Rewards, Pay with Points: How to Launch a Rewards & Loyalty Program
Discover how to turn one-time customers into loyal fans of your brand! Read how to launch a rewards & loyalty program with Verestro!
Verestro
- Jul 16
Payouts, eCom Transactions or Card-to-Card Payments: How to choose the Right Money Transfer Solution?
How to choose the right money transfer solution? We explain the key differences between payouts, eCom & card-to-card transactions.
Verestro
- Jul 11
Unlock Global Payments: Pay by Account with NFC
How to implement mobile NFC payments directly from your bank account? Read the article and leverage the Pay by Account solution!
Verestro
- Jul 9
Understanding Currency Management in Payouts to Card
When you make a payout to someone's card, there are several factors that can affect the currency used. Let's discuss them!
Krzysztof Drzyzga
- Jul 4
How to Increase Approval Rates in E-Commerce and Stop Losing Sales
Facing the problem of low approval rates? In this article we will explain how to improve approval rates by using a multi-acquiring approach.
Verestro
- Jul 2
Level Up Your Payment Processing: Multi-Acquiring for E-Commerce
Building a successful eCommerce business depends on a smooth and reliable payment processing system. Consider multi-acquiring for eCommerce!
Krzysztof Drzyzga
- Jun 27
How to Avoid Long-Term Dependence on Your BaaS Partner’s Regulatory License
Finding the right Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) partner can boost your business, but there's a hidden risk: reliance on your partner's license
Verestro
- Jun 24
Verestro - Fintech Future 2024 Award Winner
Verestro was awarded Fintech Future 2024 at the Cashless Fintech Evening on June 20, 2024 in Warsaw.
Krzysztof Drzyzga
- Jun 18
What Are the Trends Shaping the Future of Fintech?
There are several important trends that are currently impacting the financial technology market. Let's focus on a few of them.
Krzysztof Drzyzga
- Jun 13
Business Expense Management: How Business Control Benefits Existing and New Customers
Our customers ask us if it is possible to use Business Control for the existing portfolio of customers and cards. Let me clarify it here.
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