Cătălin Caragea

Catalin Caragea is an accomplished professional in credit risk management with extensive experience across prominent financial institutions. Currently serving as Group Head of Credit Risk Methods at Erste Group, Catalin specializes in credit risk model methodology, AI/ML advanced analytics, model validation, and governance. Previous roles include leadership positions at BCR, focusing on strategic risk management, integrated risk management, and credit risk modeling. Catalin has a robust educational background, holding a Master’s degree in Finance from Academia de Studii Economice din București and numerous specialized trainings in risk management. Contributions to the development of credit risk frameworks and extensive experience in regulatory compliance underscore a strong expertise in the field.