Speakers

Ievgen Metsger is a Ukrainian economist and banker with over 22 years of experience in the banking sector. In 2018 and 2019, he was recognized as the best banker for small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) for continuously improving existing products and developing new mechanisms to stimulate SMB. Mr. Metsger served on the boards of the largest state-owned banks and subsequently advised the government on the implementation of the state program for entrepreneurs ‘Affordable Loans 5-7-9’ to increase the competitiveness of small businesses. Since November 2022, he has been appointed as Chairman of Management Board at UFHC, a 100% state-owned company represented by the Ministry of Economy. Under his leadership, the company has successfully launched and is implementing the state program of affordable mortgage lending named ‘yeOselia’ (means: ‘You have your own housing’). His priorities include the introduction of innovative financial products, modernization and development of the mortgage lending market in Ukraine.