Ioana Niculcea

Ioana Niculcea is an accomplished professional in the fields of strategy and partnerships, with a strong focus on digital assets, FinTech, and business development. Currently serving as the Head of Strategy & Partnerships for Digital Assets in the Institutional Clients Group at Citi since September 2017, Ioana has played a pivotal role in defining Citi's strategic approach to digital assets, including blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Previous experience includes leading FinTech advisory services at Citi, structuring partnerships at JP Morgan Chase, and providing strategic consulting at Deloitte. Ioana also has a solid foundation in economic research from the International Monetary Fund. Educational credentials include an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Virginia, with completion of Level II of the CFA exam.