The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Miljan Zdrale as Regional Director for Central Europe covering Croatia, Czechia, Hungary, the Slovak Republic and Slovenia, and Head of Croatia where he will be located, effective 1st January 2025.
Mr. Zdrale replaces Mark Davis, who has recently been appointed EBRD Managing Director for the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean (SEMED) region.
Mr. Zdrale, currently Regional Head of Agribusiness, South-Eastern Europe, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He joined the Bank in 2002 and has since worked on Municipal/Transport Infrastructure and Property and Tourism projects. In 2006 he moved to London to join the Agribusiness team. From Principal Banker in 2008 and Senior Banker in 2011, he became a Regional Head of Agribusiness in 2015 with a focus on Southeastern Europe.
In his current role, he has led the Agribusiness activities in 11 countries of CSEE and created highly recognisable business franchise in the region. He was responsible for business and policy delivery reflected in several projects including novel structures amounting to about EUR 200-300 million in annual business investment per annum.
“I am confident that Miljan`s extensive business contacts, wide experience and proven track record will greatly contribute to the Bank’s continued success in the region,” said Charlotte Ruhe, Managing Director, Central and South Eastern Europe.
The EBRD is a leading institutional investor in Croatia. The Bank has invested more than €4.8 billion in the country to date. Its focus in Croatia is on supporting private-sector competitiveness, developing the country’s capital markets and promoting the commercialisation of public companies. The EBRD combines its investments with support for policies that promote a more enabling business environment.
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