Victor Popa

Victor Popa is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in risk analytics and model validation, currently serving as the Director and Head of Risk Analytics & Model Validation at NIBC Bank since April 2006. In this role, Victor Popa leads a team focused on model validations, Economic Capital calculations, and ICAAP analysis. Previously, as Vice President in Risk Analytics & Model Validation, Victor Popa validated critical business models and enhanced Economic Capital methodologies for mortgage risks. Earlier, as Vice President in Structuring, Victor Popa specialized in structured finance, including CDOs and ABSs. Prior to the banking sector, Victor Popa worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Twente, where contributions were made to theoretical physics and electronic structure calculations. Victor Popa holds a Master of Science degree in Physics from the University of Bucharest.