Vela Zama

Vela Zama is a seasoned Risk Manager at Discovery Bank, with comprehensive experience in risk assessment and data analytics. Since April 2018, Vela has played a critical role in designing and implementing the internal audit Data Science and Analytics function while also leading data initiatives as a Data Lead. Previous roles include Internal Auditor specializing in credit, model, operational, and market risk at Absa Group, as well as Manager of Model Risk Audit at Standard Bank Group, where responsibilities encompassed assessing model risk frameworks and conducting audits across multiple legal entities. Vela holds a Master of Science in Computational Chemistry from the University of Cape Town, along with various advanced credentials in management and data science from reputable institutions.