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payabl. appoints Christia Evagorou as Deputy Group CEO
payabl., a leading European financial technology provider, has announced the appointment of Christia Evagorou Papamichael to the role of Deputy Group CEO. Christia will continue in her role as Group Chief Corporate Officer (CCO) – a role she started in March 2024 – while stepping into a broader leadership position focused on the company’s strategic execution and long-term direction.
Since joining payabl. in early 2024, Christia has played a central role in strengthening the group’s corporate functions, leading operations across legal, compliance, risk, finance, and HR. In her expanded role, she will work closely with Group CEO Ugne Buraciene and the Board to support the company’s continued growth across Europe and beyond.
Christia brings over 15 years of experience in corporate governance, tax, and legal structuring. Prior to joining payabl., she held senior positions at PwC Cyprus and previously worked at KPMG UK. She is a qualified solicitor and chartered accountant (FCA), and holds a degree in Accounting and Law from the University of Manchester.
“Christia has been instrumental in shaping the operational backbone of payabl.,” said Ugne Buraciene, Group CEO of payabl. “Her strategic mindset, integrity, and deep understanding of governance make her the ideal partner as we expand our footprint while staying true to the highest regulatory standards.”
Christia Evagorou, Deputy Group CEO of payabl. added: “It’s a privilege to take on this new role at such a pivotal time for payabl. We’re building something truly exciting – a platform that empowers businesses through technology, trust, and exceptional service. I look forward to helping steer our next chapter alongside our fantastic team.”
This announcement marks another milestone in payabl.’s ongoing investment in its people and leadership. The company is proud to maintain a gender-balanced executive team, with a 50/50 split between men and women at the highest levels of decision-making. As payabl. continues to scale its financial services offering and drive innovation across the payments space, this promotion reflects the company’s belief that diverse, inclusive leadership is key to long-term success.
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