Raisin Expands Supervisory Board with International Heavyweights

Raisin has appointed three new members to its Supervisory Board: James Oates, Dame Alison Rose, and Dr. Michael Diederich. Prof. Dr. Axel Weber will continue to lead the Raisin SE Supervisory Board as Chairman.

The new appointments underscore the fintech’s track record of success and its international growth ambitions. The savings and investment platform is active in ten countries and holds over €80 billion in assets from about one million investors. Raisin doubled investor earnings in 2024, reaching a total of €5 billion.

James Oates brings global expertise in risk, compliance and audit

James Oates joins the Raisin SE Supervisory Board as an internationally experienced audit, compliance, risk, and governance expert and will serve as Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee. With a decades-long career in finance, Oates previously served as both Global Head of Audit and Global Head of Compliance and Operational Risk Control at UBS. He is widely regarded for his deep expertise in developing and implementing regulatory standards.

“Raisin impresses not only with its innovative platform model but also with its clear commitment to responsible growth,” James Oates comments. “I look forward to contributing my experience in risk, audit, compliance, and governance to help scale Raisin’s processes and structures sustainably.”

Dame Alison Rose strengthens Raisin’s focus on internationalization and customer experience

Dame Alison Rose is one of the most prominent figures in European finance. As the first female CEO of the NatWest Group, she championed modern leadership, equal opportunity, and transformation in the banking sector. In recognition of her contributions to finance, she was named Dame Commander of the British Empire (DBE) in 2023.

At Raisin SE, Rose will serve on the Supervisory Board and bring her knowledge in implementing international growth strategies and focussing on best-in-class customer experience in banking. Since 2024, she has also been a Senior Partner to Charterhouse Capital Partners and an Advisor to international law firm Mishcon de Reya as well as Chair of Gresb BV and various other advisory roles.

“I’m impressed by Raisin’s clear mission to make wealth building accessible to everyone,” Alison Rose comments. “I’m excited to support the company’s growth, with a particular focus on customer experience and building digital banking products with sustainable impact.”

Dr. Michael Diederich fosters connections in the European banking sector

Dr. Michael Diederich, a leader in finance with over 25 years of experience in the European banking industry, has also joined the Raisin SE Supervisory Board. He began his career in the mid-1990s at Bayerische Vereinsbank AG. After various roles, he was appointed CEO of HypoVereinsbank/Unicredit Bank AG in 2018. In this role, he was also a member of the Group Executive Committee of Unicredit Group in Milan. In October 2025, he joined Deutsche bank as Global Co-Head of the Corporate Bank.

Dr. Diederich has been a member of the Supervisory Board of ESMT Berlin since 2016 and President of the Bavarian Banking Association since 2017. From 2023 to 2025, he has also served as CFO and Deputy CEO of FC Bayern München AG.

“Raisin has firmly established itself as a leader in financial innovation,” says Dr. Michael Diederich. “I see great potential in the platform and look forward to contributing my knowledge of the German market and my experience across the European banking sector.”

Dr. Tamaz Georgadze, CEO and co-founder of Raisin, commented:

“With James Oates, Alison Rose, and Michael Diederich, we are welcoming three exceptional individuals to our Supervisory Board who strengthen our international orientation and our commitment to robust governance. Their expertise, perspectives, and networks are a tremendous asset as we continue to develop Raisin into the leading global platform for savings and investments.”

Prof Dr. Axel Weber, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Raisin, commented:

“I’m delighted to welcome James Oates, Alison Rose, and Michael Diederich on the supervisory board. Their experience, recognized leadership skills and strategic finance vision will help us excel globally to better serve our clients saving and investment needs.”