Gergana Yordanova
AML Specialist
Washington,D.C.
Summary
Hardworking Postdoctoral Research Fellow with a demonstrated record of research success. Self-directed and motivated professional with a highly ethical, meticulous, and thorough approach.
Inspiring Professor in Financial Intelligence brings advanced teaching skills and department leadership AML/CTF experience. Goal-oriented to advance department, improve teaching, and modernize courses. Extensive background in research and university fundraising.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Fulbright Visiting Research Fellow
George Mason University Schar School Of Government
01.2024 - Current
- Conduction and evaluation of a research project on the Hawala Remittance System and its implications to the contemporary U.S. National Security Policy of 09/11 perspective.
- Lectured Financial Intelligence Course (Anti-Money Laundering/Countering Terrorism Financing).
- Participated in international conferences as an invited speaker, sharing insights from recent research projects with global audiences.
- Delivered new scientific papers on the Hawala Remittance System issues.
- Mentored junior researchers, fostering a collaborative learning environment that enhanced individual professional growth.
- Contributed to a positive and inclusive work environment by actively engaging in team-building activities and fostering open dialogue among colleagues.
Head of Doctoral School
Institute For National And International Security
06.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems regarding the Doctoral Program in National Security.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Associate Professor in Financial Intelligence
Higher School Of Security And Economics
Plovdiv
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, refine instructional strategies, and improve overall teaching quality.
- Proctored mid-term and final examinations, assisting students with assignment comprehension and monitoring for indications of cheating.
Assistant Professor in National Security
New Bulgarian University
10.2020 - 02.2023
- Streamlined the grading process with efficient rubrics and timely feedback on assignments, improving overall workflow efficiency.
- Increased academic achievement by providing one-on-one mentoring and support to struggling students.
- Assisted professors and school administrators with continuous development, review, planning, and outcomes evaluation to measure BA and MA Security Studies program performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi, and lesson plans for the Security Studies curriculum.
Senior Financial Expert
Financial Supervision Authority
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Provided ongoing investment activity regulatory regimes supervision.
- Developed comprehensive new regulatory regimes for investment intermediaries, undertakings for collective investment, and markets in financial instruments.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with supervised entities to maximize satisfaction.
- Conducted regular reviews of supervised entities` compliance documents to ensure alignment with changing goals or legislative conditions.
Senior Central Banker
Bulgarian National Bank
Sofia
04.2007 - 04.2019
- Executed government and government-guaranteed debt installments, verifying payment dates, T-bill coupons, and amounts due.
- Collaborated with other departments to confirm compliance with banking procedures and regulations.
- Provided advice on different Treasury bill products and financial options for commercial and investment banks.
- Investigated potential financial frauds and criminal activity (money laundering/terrorism financing typologies) upon Government Securities and Sovereign Debt accounting transactions and operations executed.
- Developed a new regulatory framework for the State Treasurer`s function.
National Representative
European Central Bank
06.2007 - 12.2010
- Implemented and defended national positions and opinions on behalf of the Bulgarian National Bank.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify new regulatory changes on the EU level in payments and securities settlement systems.
- Contributed to team objectives in a fast-paced environment.
Executive Assistant
UniCredit Bulbank
06.2006 - 03.2007
- Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations on behalf of the Management and Supervision Boards
- Assisted in the agenda of the Member of the Management Board and Head of Treasury/ Assets and Liabilities Management Department.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Professor in Financial Intelligence
Higher School of Security And Defense
Plovdiv, Bulgaria03.2023
Ph.D. - National Security And Defense
Naitonal Defense College
Sofia, Bulgaria01.2016
Master of Arts - National And International Security
National Defense College
Sofia, Bulgaria07.2011
Master of Science - Government Finance
Tsenov Academy of Economics
Svishtov, Bulgaria09.2007
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Tsenov Academy of Economics
Svishtov, Bulgaria09.2006
Skills
- Continuing education
- Fieldwork experience
- Ethical considerations
- Lesson Plan Creation
- Machine Learning
- Scientific Communication
- Reporting Requirements
Affiliations
- George Mason University
- Terrorism, Transnational Crime, and Corruption Centre
- Schar School of Policy and Government
Timeline
Fulbright Visiting Research Fellow
George Mason University Schar School Of Government
01.2024 - Current
Head of Doctoral School
Institute For National And International Security
06.2023 - Current
Associate Professor in Financial Intelligence
Higher School Of Security And Economics
03.2023 - Current
Assistant Professor in National Security
New Bulgarian University
10.2020 - 02.2023
Senior Financial Expert
Financial Supervision Authority
05.2019 - 11.2019
National Representative
European Central Bank
06.2007 - 12.2010
Senior Central Banker
Bulgarian National Bank
04.2007 - 04.2019
Executive Assistant
UniCredit Bulbank
06.2006 - 03.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Professor in Financial Intelligence
Higher School of Security And Defense
Ph.D. - National Security And Defense
Naitonal Defense College
Master of Arts - National And International Security
National Defense College
Master of Science - Government Finance
Tsenov Academy of Economics
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Tsenov Academy of Economics
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