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Christiana Lazaridou has taken on the role of Chief Business Development Officer (CBO) at Zara FX, a prominent player in the forex trading industry. The news was confirmed through recent updates on LinkedIn, signalling a significant leadership addition to Zara FX’s executive team. Lazaridou brings with her a wealth of experience in business development, having held various senior roles in the financial industry.
Before joining Zara FX, Lazaridou served as the Global Head of Partnerships at Scope Markets, a position she held from May 2023 to July 2024. During her tenure at Scope Markets, Lazaridou was responsible for managing partnerships on a global scale, overseeing project management, and aligning sales and marketing strategies to drive growth. Her role at Scope Markets was crucial in strengthening the company’s global presence and forging strategic alliances.
Lazaridou’s career in business development has been marked by her ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and deliver results. Before her role at Scope Markets, she was the Head of Partnerships at Eurotrader from January 2023 to April 2023, where she focused on similar responsibilities, including project management and sales initiatives. Her experience in building and managing partnerships has made her a valuable asset in the financial industry.
In her statement about joining Zara FX, Lazaridou expressed her enthusiasm for the company’s vision and her alignment with its values. “ZaraFX’s reputation for innovation and its dedication to delivering exceptional solutions and service align perfectly with my professional values and vision,” Lazaridou said in a statement to the press.
Zara FX, which has recently completed a successful Series A funding round, raising over $2 million, is poised for significant growth. The funding, secured from prominent investors, will enhance the company’s operational and strategic capabilities in the competitive Forex market. The company is also planning to expand its global operations with the opening of a new office in Dubai, a move that underscores its commitment to growth and innovation.
Lazaridou’s new role as CBO at Zara FX will involve overseeing business development strategies in a hybrid work environment, blending remote and in-office work to drive the company’s objectives. With her extensive background in business development and her proven track record of success, Lazaridou is expected to play a key role in Zara FX’s continued expansion and success in the global financial markets.
Earlier in her career, Lazaridou held the position of Head of Business Development at VT Markets from January 2022 to January 2023. In this capacity, she oversaw numerous business development projects and sales initiatives. Additionally, she served as Senior Business Development Manager at 1Market from August 2021 to January 2022, further enhancing her expertise in the field.