Ex-deputy chair of VTB bank, Georg Gorshkov, appointed leader of Wildberries bank
In a significant move that signifies Wildberries' growing commitment to its banking direction, Georgy Gorshkov has been appointed as the head of RVB's fintech sector. This development was reported by Kommersant on July 14.
Gorshkov, who previously served as the deputy chairman of VTB, overseeing the bank's retail business, is expected to bring his extensive experience to RVB. Tatiana Kim, the individual in question, expressed her satisfaction with Gorshkov joining the team, stating that they have been creating new services, increasing financial accessibility, and simplifying life for users for more than a year.
The exact role of Gorshkov at RVB is not specified, but his appointment is likely to involve strategy development, product management, partnerships and collaborations, and regulatory compliance in the fintech sector. As for Tatiana Kim, she will focus on forming a long-term strategy for the fintech direction of RVB and will also be responsible for developing the bank's products and overseeing Wildberries Bank.
Wildberries, a Russian online retailer, has been expanding its services, including into fintech. RVB, while not explicitly defined in the context of this news, is likely to be a financial institution or technology company involved in fintech.
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Gorshkov, with his extensive background in banking and retail business, might utilise his experience to shape fintech strategies at RVB. As RVB is presumed to be a financial institution or technology company in the fintech sector, this move could potentially bring about significant finance-related advancements for the business.