Eugen Yazdani is a seasoned professional in sanctions compliance and analysis, currently serving as a Senior Vice President at Citi, with roles including Sanctions Implementation and Chief of Staff to Citi's Chief Sanctions Officer since July 2018. Prior experience includes significant positions at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Department of the Treasury, where expertise in sanctions investigations and partner engagement was demonstrated. Yazdani's earlier career features roles in defense and intelligence, including a Policy Writer at the Office of the Secretary of Defense and various analyst positions focusing on socio-cultural and threat analysis for the U.S. Army and Northrop Grumman. Educational credentials include a Master of Public Administration from Princeton University and dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in International Studies and Near Eastern Studies from the University of Arizona.