Efthymios Rizopoulos, PhD, is an experienced professional in the fields of finance and technology, currently serving as an Associate in RegTech and SupTech at the Financial Conduct Authority since July 2023. Prior roles include Research Associate in FinTech at Alliance Manchester Business School and Postdoctoral Research Fellow at SOAS University of London. Rizopoulos has a strong teaching background as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Alliance Manchester Business School and has also provided private tutoring in economics and finance. With earlier experience as a Partner at Young Consulting and various roles in military service and financial analysis, Rizopoulos possesses a diverse skill set. Academic credentials include a PhD in Accounting and Finance from Alliance Manchester Business School, alongside multiple master's degrees and a bachelor's degree in Banking and Financial Management.