Cris Lunardi
@crislunardi
Client-focused payments specialist with 15+ years in digital finance, e-payments, and relationship management.
LuxembourgWhat I'm looking for
I am a payments and digital finance specialist with over 15 years of experience designing and delivering cross-border electronic payment solutions, Open Banking, crypto, and fintech innovations. I combine deep industry knowledge with an international network of banks, fintechs, merchants and C-level contacts.
I have led business development, negotiated and structured complex deals, and managed high-value merchant portfolios across Europe and LatAm, always focusing on client retention and revenue growth. My roles include Head of Payments, Senior Relationship Manager, and senior consulting engagements for e-commerce and payment service providers.
My achievements include driving onboarding and PSD2 licensing efforts, representing firms at major industry events, and improving operational processes through procedure creation, reporting and data analysis. I am recognized for negotiation, communication, and a proactive entrepreneurial approach.
I seek to bring strategic thinking, stakeholder management and hands-on execution to a growth-oriented team where I can deliver top-tier client service and shape digital payment strategies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Consultant – E-payments
Allyiz
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 8 months)
Advised large e-commerce merchants on global e-payments strategy, optimized provider selection and rates, and recommended fraud/risk controls to reduce chargebacks and declines.
Head of Payments
ICF Technology EU
May 2023 - May 2025 (2 years)
Led business development for digital finance and pay-in/payout solutions, securing partner deals and improving partner operations through process analysis and procedural documentation.
Private Banker Assistant
Bradesco Europa
Feb 2023 - Apr 2023 (2 months)
Provided daily client servicing for LATAM HNW/UHNW clients, executed trading orders, managed accounts and supported compliance document collection under local regulations.
Senior Relationship Manager
PrimeiroPay
Sep 2016 - Aug 2022 (5 years 11 months)
Managed portfolios of mid-to-large international e-commerce merchants, negotiated complex deals, led technical onboarding and contributed to PSD2 licensing and growth strategy.
Business Development Advisor
Rocketfuel Blockchain
May 2021 - Jan 2022 (8 months)
Identified business opportunities and cultivated partnerships focused on institutional and enterprise adoption of crypto payment and open banking solutions across Europe and LATAM.
Asset Management Specialist
Ferrero Trading Luxembourg
Oct 2015 - Aug 2016 (10 months)
Created a global plastic mould asset database, established annual CAPEX/OPEX budgets and evaluated asset transfer and maintenance costs to inform corporate decisions.
Claims & Partnership Manager
Moneytrans
May 2007 - Feb 2012 (4 years 9 months)
Built and managed partnerships with financial institutions across LATAM and Africa for remittances and microcredit, oversaw call center integration and contributed to FX negotiations and pricing.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
House of Training
Professional Certification, Private Banking / Financial Markets
2022 - 2022
Completed Private Banker Certification covering financial markets, derivatives, structured products, and portfolio management (MiFID II topics).
Process Communication (Key to Me)
Professional Training, Communication / Personal Development
2022 - 2022
Undertook Process Comm 'Key to Me' training to understand personal communication profiles and improve interpersonal interactions.
University Unyleya
Master, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
2021 - 2022
Completed a Master in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution through online coursework focused on negotiation techniques and conflict management.
House of Training
Professional Training, Portfolio Management
2020 - 2020
Completed a course in Portfolio Management focused on portfolio construction and management techniques.
UOUniversity of Toronto (online)
Professional Training, Communication
2020 - 2020
Completed training in Communication Strategies for the Virtual Age focused on virtual communication skills and strategies.
PwC Academy
Professional Certification, Anti-Money Laundering
2019 - 2019
Completed an AML Anti-Money Laundering Certification covering AML policies, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
LALISAA - L’Institut des Arts Appliqués
Master of Business Administration, Luxury Business Management
2017 - 2019
Completed an MBA in Luxury Business Management with coursework in luxury brand strategy and management.
ULUniversity of Luxembourg
Bachelor's, Economics & Management
2012 - 2015
Earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Management covering economic theory, management practices, and finance.
Faculty Saint-Louis (Saint-Louis University, Brussels)
Bachelor's (incomplete), Law
2009 - 2011
Completed two years of study toward a Bachelor's in Law before departing; coursework included foundational legal subjects.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
LuxembourgAuthorized to work in
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