Cristina Bandalac
Business Analyst with expertise in strategic consulting, financial analysis, and emerging technologies. Proven track record in ecosystem engagement, content creation, and data-driven decision making across fintech, blockchain, and traditional finance sectors. Strong communication skills with experience managing stakeholder relationships and leading cross-functional initiatives.
Experience
Analyst, Digital Banking
Deloitte
Milan, Italy
Completed Deloitte's DEFI Bootcamp program in collaboration with Politecnico Milano, specializing in Blockchain Technology and Decentralized Finance, acquiring advanced knowledge of blockchain technology and its applications in finance, and developing expertise in decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions and their integration into financial systems
Managed projects for major Italian banks including the entire trade lifecycle, ensuring efficient handling of trades, optimizing position-keeping systems, implementing robust regulatory and reporting frameworks, streamlining front, middle, and back office operations, enhancing risk and collateral management, improving treasury and investment management processes, and overseeing the governance of insurance project by managing the process and development of a platform for insurance products
Owner and partner
Bandy Services S.R.L.
Milan, Italy
Onboard and manage relationships with 30+ clients since 2008, ensuring their needs are met daily
Handle comprehensive administrative tasks including invoicing, preventive maintenance, email correspondence, numerical data management, and warehouse oversight
Supervise a team of 8 employees, overseeing their work to guarantee efficient operations and client satisfaction
Associate, Educational Program
3X Capital Venture Crypto Fund
Led educational programs focused on Web3, NFTs, DeFi, and managed participant lifecycles from onboarding to completion
Actively contributed to evaluating blockchain startups, assessing tokenomics, and analyzing smart contracts
Financial Analyst
Zoom Profit
Milan, Italy
Provided reports and financial analyses to educate and inform investors
Interpreted data to understand industry dynamics, trends, and business drivers, focusing on gold, platinum, other commodities, and companies in this sector as well as the tech sector
Developed a productive dialogue with internal experts to turn their ideas into content for a wider audience
Monitored service portfolios, tracked all trades, and answered subscriber questions
Credit Broker
Credipass
Milan, Italy
Conducted in-depth economic and financial analyses of clients to determine optimal credit solutions
Onboarded 50+ clients within the first year through a proactive and client-focused approach
Audit, Analyst
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Milan, Italy
Produced and reviewed audit reports and advised on audit recommendations and internal controls. Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings
Performed strategic planning, execution, and finalization of audits
Education
Info-Producing
Info-Producing Program
Developed and implemented marketing and social media strategies to sell digital products using a test subject for practical application
Currently engaged in the launch of a physical product, applying learned techniques and strategies
Gained hands-on experience in creating websites and setting up payment gateways for real clients, ensuring seamless user experience and secure transactions
3X Venture Capital Crypto Fund
Web3 Startup Fundamentals
Conducted in-depth research on blockchain startups, including market analysis and competitive assessments
Evaluated blockchain and Web3 projects (including NFT and DeFi platforms) using qualitative and quantitative analyses, with a strong emphasis on technical assessments of smart contracts and tokenomics
Conducted due diligence on potential investments and presented findings to stakeholders
Collaborated with peers and instructors to develop investment recommendations for real-world blockchain startups
Gritnova Global Campus
Blockchain Master Management
Gained comprehensive knowledge in blockchain fundamentals, focusing on Web3 applications including NFTs, DeFi, DAOs, and smart contract development
Developed proficiency in data analytics for crypto, utilizing tools such as SQL, Flipside, and Dune
Studied the economics of crypto, focusing on tokenomics and the process of building and deploying smart contracts using Remix, Visual Studio Code, Hardhat, and Node.js, along with understanding regulations and governance, ethics, responsibility, and digital law
Completed a final project titled "Women Influencing Crypto (WIC)," which established a community of women in crypto aimed at providing educational content and serving as a start-up incubator
The University of Cattolica
Bachelor of Economics and Business Administration
Micro & Macroeconomics, Statistics, Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Business Economics, Quantitative Methods for Business, Planning, and Control, Business Organization
Skills
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Led educational programs for 50+ participants in Web3/DeFi ecosystem
Managed end-to-end trade lifecycle projects for major Italian banks
Created content and reports reaching 200+ investors at Zoom Profit
Built relationships with blockchain startups and evaluated investment opportunities
Onboarded 50+ clients through data-driven analysis and client-focused approach
Certifications & Training
Blockchain Development Training Program
Brainnest
Private Equity & Venture Capital
Università Bocconi