Member of the Working Group for the Establishment of the Kosovo Sovereign Wealth FundI am a dedicated member of the Working Group for the Establishment of the Kosovo Sovereign Wealth Fund, an initiative sponsored by the Government of Kosovo and led by Prime Minister Albin Kurti. My role involves supporting the Chairman in delivering strategic priorities to establish a robust and forward-thinking Sovereign Wealth Fund designed to fuel the economic growth of the Republic of Kosovo.Key Contributions:- Strategic Support: Collaborating closely with the Chairman to implement key strategic initiatives aimed at creating a sustainable and impactful Sovereign Wealth Fund.- Institutional Framework Development:Assisting in the establishment of a resilient financial institutional framework to support the future operations of the Kosovo Sovereign Wealth Fund.- Innovative Financial Solutions: Contributing to the creation of a financial institution with a potential multi-billion balance sheet, poised to drive sustainable wealth creation and achieve double-digit economic growth within a decade.I am passionate about leveraging financial innovation to foster economic development and am committed to playing a pivotal role in shaping Kosovo's financial future.

Group People & Productivity, Lloyds Bank Corporate Markets.Senior ManagerLloyds Corporate Markets, Governance & RegulatoryControl & Oversight and Communications.

Successfully aligned with the communications strategy and overarching business vision by engaging with non-executive directors to ensure strategic coherence. Demonstrated adeptness in supporting the CEO of Commercial Banking by facilitating high-value commercial transactions, thereby enhancing operational efficiency. Effectively led and managed the daily schedules of senior executives, orchestrating events and providing comprehensive executive assistance to optimize leadership productivity.Key Achievements:- Established Trust and Integrity: Rapidly gained the confidence of the Group Executive Committee within a FTSE 100 financial institution's commercial banking division by consistently demonstrating integrity and maintaining confidentiality. - Client-Centric Excellence:** Delivered exceptional service tailored to individual client requirements, consistently exceeding expectations through thorough client assessments and strategic service delivery.

Global CorporatesCapital MarketsValuations Team

Lloyds Bank Corporate Markets (Strategy and Market Risk)- Provided strategic advisory services to Board members, offering market insights and specialized expertise in wholesale and derivatives market penetration, currency volatility, and risk management.- Developed and authored presentations, market programs, and risk appetite metrics to support the Group's investment strategy and asset allocation objectives.- Conducted weekly assessments of stocks and options, evaluated Risk-Weighted Assets (RWAs), and devised strategies to optimize the cost-effectiveness of investment placements and future options for the LBCM Board.- Actively participated in all Board Risk Committees.- Expanded responsibilities to include management of Human Resources and Transformation Initiatives, aiding Executive Committee members in executing the Group's Strategic Review III.- Supported the Group Executive Committee and the Board in achieving a Cost-to-Income Ratio of 43%, the lowest among banks in the Square Mile, down from the high 70s.- Contributed to the execution of a strategic Cost Reduction Program targeting Core Business Structures (£12bn), Divisional Overheads (£8bn), and the Strategic Investment Portfolio (£5bn).- Played a key role in implementing a successful synergies program under the GSR III initiative, enhancing share price metrics by 10-35% over three years through share buybacks, cost control, synergy identification, and portfolio adaptation.- Successfully executed projects within the Human Resource Executive Strategy team, including People Transformation, People Journey, Finance & Cost Control, Risk Landscape, and Functions Auditing, achieving £1.5bn in savings and increasing potential synergies to £4.8bn.

Professional ExperienceLecturer in Political Economy and FinanceResponsibilities:- Course Development and Delivery: Designed and delivered comprehensive lectures on political economy, financial stability, fiscal policy, and central banking.- Collaborative Engagement: Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams across the university to foster a collaborative learning environment and build strong relationships with fellow lecturers.Key Accomplishments:- Innovative Teaching Techniques: Pioneered new teaching methodologies, such as facilitating group debates on specific topics, which encouraged critical thinking and the evaluation of arguments based on factual evidence.- Behaviour Management Systems: Developed and implemented effective behaviour management systems that provided structure, reinforced positive choices, and enhanced students' expertise in economics and finance.

Led Strategic Initiatives to Strengthen Financial ResilienceSpearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing balance sheet strength and resilience, with a focus on strategic input of profit and loss (P&L) data and comprehensive contract evaluation. Collaborated with the National Access Control Centre to ensure the delivery of high-quality identity processing data, supporting operational excellence.Leadership and Stakeholder EngagementDirected a team of eight facilities and engineering professionals to deliver outstanding customer service. Engaged with senior-level clients to foster positive stakeholder relationships through strategic consultations and personal interactions. Developed a deep understanding of key business needs to provide tailored solutions and informed policy development.Key Achievements:- Health and Safety Enhancements: Implemented significant improvements in health and safety procedures by disseminating information on contingency site evacuation and safety protocols, and developing strategic approaches to new policy implementations.- Sustainability Initiatives:Advanced the bank's environmental sustainability by promoting cycling to work and reducing paper usage through minimized printing and shredding.- Project Management Excellence:Successfully managed and completed multiple projects within set deadlines, maintaining budgetary constraints and meeting quality expectations.- Business Development:Generated new business accounts by collaborating with senior management and expanding relationships with existing clients.