Pavel Fedorov is a highly accomplished executive with a diverse background in the banking, finance, mining, and energy sectors. As the Co-founder and Executive Chairman of Salmon, a technology-centric bank dedicated to democratizing financial services in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines, he is at the forefront of innovation in the financial industry.
Before establishing Salmon, Pavel held key leadership positions at renowned global institutions such as UBS and Morgan Stanley. During his tenure at Morgan Stanley, he played a pivotal role in developing the European Telecom, Media, and Technology franchise before assuming leadership responsibilities for operations in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
Having also contributed significantly to the energy and mining sectors, Pavel led strategic transformations within London Stock Exchange-listed companies, overseeing capital markets transactions, mergers, and partnerships.
Pavel’s most recent role was at Tinkoff, a prominent digital bank, where he served as Co-Chief Executive Officer, spearheading the bank’s profitable growth and global expansion initiatives. Transitioning from Tinkoff in Q2 2022, Pavel seized the opportunity to establish Salmon, focusing on creating a leading modern neobank in Southeast Asia.
Educationally, Pavel is a distinguished scholar, holding an MBA from the University of Washington as an Edmund Muskie Fellow and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics from Novosibirsk State University. Pavel’s multifaceted expertise, combined with his passion for financial inclusion and innovation, underscores his commitment to reshaping the financial landscape in Southeast Asia and beyond.