Sebastian Leopold

Sebastian Leopold is an experienced professional in business development and innovation, currently serving as the Head of Department at Raiffeisen-Holding Niederösterreich-Wien and Managing Director at Auri for Raiffeisen Energy Ventures since October 2022. Previously, Sebastian held leadership roles at Raiffeisenlandesbank Niederösterreich-Wien AG, where responsibilities included transformation and innovation, as well as founding the fintech startup CASHY, which provided short-term cash loans. Sebastian's expertise extends to acquisition and leveraged finance at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, with a focus on energy and manufacturing sectors. Academic credentials include a Master of Arts in Banking Management and various certificates in business strategy, blockchain fundamentals, and corporate banking from institutions such as FH Joanneum and UC Berkeley Extension.