John Russell

Middle East

Thirty year career building high performance, high profit operations, products, services and markets in the Banking & Financial Services industry.

Delivered new companies and services in multi-cultural environments. Extended e-Payments availability to the general public in developing economies. Demonstrated expertise in team building and organisational leadership as well as skills in recruiting, training and mentoring top talent. Consistent high performance and innovation through strong and decisive leadership in:

ATM, Mobile & POS services
EMV Card Management services
Anti-Fraud systems
Anti-money laundering systems
IVR & Call Centre services
Internet Payment services
Interchange services

Strategy planning & execution
PMO creation & management
Banking policies & procedures
Sales leadership & Market positioning
Business process definition
New payment service development
RFP & Proposal writing