Jochen Biedermann
Since 2018, Jochen Biedermann has served as Managing Director of the World Alliance of International Financial Centers (WAIFC), an international non-profit association registered in Belgium, representing 30 leading international financial centers across five continents. WAIFC members are government agencies, associations, and similar institutions developing and promoting their financial centers. WAIFC facilitates cooperation between its members, exchanging best practices and communication with the general public.
As the Managing Partner of FinTech Consult, Jochen leads a network of FinTech experts in Asia, Europe, and Africa. This network, which supports FinTechs in raising capital and expanding globally, is a testament to Jochen's extensive global network in the FinTech industry.
Since 2022, he sits on the board of Eastnets, a Dubai-based world leader in compliance, payment protection, and anti-fraud technologies.
Jochen is also an expert at the Sino-German Center for Finance and Economics in Frankfurt, backed by the central banks, government institutions, and leading universities in China and Germany, a fellow of the Think Tank of the Asian Financial Cooperation Association (AFCA), based in Beijing, and a founding board member of the International Digital Economies Association (IDEA), based in Hong Kong.
He is a long-standing advisor at Frankfurt Main Finance, the Frankfurt Financial Center initiative. Furthermore, he is a mentor at Cyberport in Hong Kong, OneEleven in Toronto, the Plug and Play Tech Center Frankfurt, and 1000 Black Voices. Jochen sits on the board of several FinTech companies. Finally, he is a working group member of Dubai's DIFC Digital Economy Court.
Jochen has a master's degree in mathematics and computer science from the University of Goettingen and a Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of Cottbus, Germany. For over two decades, he has been a regular lecturer and external supervisor for the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management. He has also given guest lectures at leading universities and business schools in Europe, America, and Asia.
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Empowering financial services
Empowering financial services
Speaker's Agenda
The panel will explore Malta's financial centre and its pivotal role in driving the nation's economic development. We will delve into the strategic initiatives, regulatory frameworks, and innovative financial services that have positioned Malta as a dynamic hub for international business. We will examine key factors contributing to its success, including robust financial regulations, an efficient tax environment, and a skilled workforce. Additionally, we will highlight how Malta's financial sector fosters economic growth, attracts foreign investment, and supports local enterprises, ultimately propelling the country's global economic standing.
Through insightful commentary, case studies, and interactive Q&A sessions, our panelists will delve into specific economic trends such as inflation, interest rates, and global trade dynamics. Explore how these trends are reshaping investment strategies, risk management practices, and the overall business landscape for financial institutions.
Moderator: Eva Szalay, Independent Financial Journalist, Financial Writer
Video Message: Kotaro Ishi, Mission Chief at International Monetary Fund
