Who wants to be N26’s next Chief Product Officer?
“Though he will leave his operational role at N26, we are happy that Gilles will continue to remain very closely connected to us. As a member of our Supervisory Board, he will continue to play a role in steering N26’s product-led culture.”
Digital bank N26 has announced that Chief Product Officer Gilles BianRosa will be stepping into a new role on the Supervisory Board of N26 AG.
As a result, the role of Chief Product Officer (CPO) at N26 will soon be vacant, opening up an enticing opportunity for an innovative leader to make their mark in the fintech industry.
Gilles BianRosa helped launch N26 Crypto and Savings product
Gilles BianRosa has been at the helm of N26’s product innovation efforts since 2021. His tenure has been marked by significant accomplishments, including building a robust Product and User Experience (UX) team comprising over 100 talented professionals.
This team collaborated closely with nearly 700 engineers and developers in N26’s technology division, spearheading the launch of critical products such as N26 Crypto and interest-bearing Savings accounts. They also introduced localized offerings like Bizum in Spain, iDEAL in the Netherlands, and local French IBANs, enhancing N26’s global presence.
Under BianRosa’s guidance, N26 made notable strides in improving the scalability of its platform. Automation, intelligent Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) solutions, and data-based fraud prevention models were implemented, fortifying the bank’s commitment to security and efficiency.
Beyond these achievements, Gilles BianRosa developed a comprehensive long-term product strategy and roadmap that will guide N26’s evolution over the coming years. His contributions have been instrumental in shaping N26’s product-led culture and setting the stage for future innovation.
Gilles BianRosa stays at N26 as a member of Supervisory Board
As Gilles BianRosa transitions to his new role as Chief Operating Officer at a US-based company, he reflects on his time at N26 with optimism, saying, “Having spent the last 2.5 years leading our product and innovation efforts at N26, I am more confident than ever that N26 is in a position to lead change in the banking industry. I look forward to the opportunity to bring the company towards this goal in a different capacity as a member of the Supervisory Board.”
His move to the Supervisory Board is seen as a strategic decision, leveraging his expertise in product innovation from a global perspective as N26 embarks on its next phase of strategic platform development.
Valentin Stalf, CEO of N26, expressed the company’s gratitude for Gilles BianRosa’s contributions and its continued connection with him, stating, “Though he will leave his operational role at N26, we are happy that Gilles will continue to remain very closely connected to us. As a member of our Supervisory Board, he will continue to play a role in steering N26’s product-led culture.”
Who will fill the role of Chief Product Officer at N26?
With this transition, N26 will be searching for a successor to fill the role of Chief Product Officer. The opportunity to lead product innovation at a trailblazing digital bank like N26 is undoubtedly an attractive proposition for experienced professionals looking to make a significant impact in the fintech sector.
N26’s commitment to product-led growth and innovation remains steadfast, making the role of Chief Product Officer a critical one as the company continues to reshape the banking industry. As fintech enthusiasts and visionaries consider this opportunity, the industry watches closely to see who will step into the shoes of Gilles BianRosa and guide N26 into the future of banking innovation.
