Florian Benda

Florian Benda serves as the Global Head of Treasury at Puma Energy since April 2023, leading a team of over 30 staff across India, Africa, and Latin America. Prior to this role, Florian led the Treasury function at Mabanaft from August 2020 to March 2023, overseeing a team of 12 in Europe and managing multiple treasury aspects including Corporate Finance and Liquidity Steering. Experience also includes serving as Director of Treasury for Merck Business Solutions Asia Inc., and various roles at Merck KGaA focusing on cash and risk management. Florian's early career included significant treasury positions at K+S Aktiengesellschaft. Educational credentials include a CFA designation, a Master of Science in economic sciences, and certification as a Corporate Treasurer, among others.