Evgeni Kaplun Appointed Chief Risk Officer at flatexDEGIRO Bank

Effective June 1, 2025, Evgeni Kaplun will assume the role of Chief Risk Officer (CRO) at flatexDEGIRO Bank AG. This appointment follows the voluntary departure of Dr. Matthias Heinrich, who leaves to pursue new opportunities. Kaplun's appointment is pending customary BaFin approvals. Previously, Kaplun led the Financial and Non-Financial Risk Control division at the bank, bringing over 16 years of experience in risk management from his tenure at VTB Bank (Europe) SE.

Stefan Müller, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, expressed confidence in Kaplun's abilities, emphasizing the importance of his role in a rapidly growing company. Heinrich, who integrated regulatory requirements into the bank’s risk framework, received gratitude from Müller for his impactful service. As Kaplun prepares to step into his new role, the bank focuses on continued risk management development.