XAMENT SEPASDAR

Strategic and results-driven Director of Operations with 19+ years of experience in cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, financial services, and fintech. Extensive expertise in crypto exchange operations, liquidity management, risk control, compliance, and global expansion. Proven track record in scaling international teams, optimizing operational efficiency, and developing AI-driven risk management tools. Strong leadership in aligning business operations with regulatory frameworks (CySEC, FCA, global jurisdictions) while managing third-party partnerships, liquidity providers, and high-volume trading platforms. Adept at streamlining workflows, mitigating financial risks, and driving profitability in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

• Developed & led the DQBits cryptocurrency exchange, managing platform security, liquidity provision, and third-party integrations.
• Scaled international financial firms across 7 countries, leading 580 staff in trading, risk, compliance, and customer operations.
• Negotiated & managed liquidity provider integrations for crypto & forex trading, ensuring seamless execution and compliance.
• Designed & implemented AI-driven risk management tools to detect fraud, optimize liquidity, and mitigate operational risks.
• Expanded trading capacity by 300% while reducing operational costs by 30% through automation and strategic optimizations.
• Ensured compliance across multiple regulatory frameworks (CySEC, FCA, global markets) for trading, marketing, and client onboarding.
• Led cross-functional teams overseeing KPIs for trading, sales, marketing, and customer operations to align with business growth.
• Managed vendor relationships, negotiating optimal terms with fintech providers, KYC vendors, auditors (KPMG), and liquidity partners.
• Developed and implemented security protocols for DQBits, working closely with system security professionals.
• Provided outsourced customer support, back-office operations, and tech security services through CRM consultancy, optimizing service delivery for multiple fintech clients.

• Extensive experience in crypto exchange operations, liquidity management, and fintech innovation.
• Proven track record in compliance across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to global financial regulations.
• Scaled international operations across 7 countries, enhancing productivity while reducing costs.
• Developed AI-driven fraud detection & risk management systems to safeguard trading platforms.
• Negotiated third-party provider agreements, optimizing liquidity provider relationships, technology vendors, and compliance firms.
• Proven expertise in managing security and customer service departments, ensuring platform security and user satisfaction.

• Professional Competence of Supervisors and Employees of Banks and Investment Firms–01832
• Financial Services Regulatory Framework: Advanced–Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CN 2393)
• Associate Member, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)–926273
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Certification–International Governance & ComplianceAssociation (IGCA)