“Raiffeisen Bank Romania is one of the leading banks in the country, and I am impressed by the strong performance of the team and management. Romania is a core market for RBI and will remain a clear focus, as also demonstrated by the recent decision to acquire Garanti BBVA, a step that I strongly welcome and support. Supporting the bank’s continued development is a responsibility I am honored to take on,” commented Michael Höllerer on his proposed appointment.
“We are very honored to have Michael Höllerer joining us on the Supervisory Board of Raiffeisen Bank Romania. This is another clear confirmation of the long-term commitment of RBI Group to the Romanian market, and to our growth strategy, and to our mission to support financial future of Romanian people and companies by practical digital solutions and excellent financial advisory.”, declared Zdenek Romanek, President & CEO of Raiffeisen Bank Romania
Currently, Michael Höllerer is CEO of Raiffeisenlandesbank Niederösterreich-Wien and Raiffeisen-Holding Niederösterreich-Wien, and as of 1 July 2026 he will succeed Johann Strobl as CEO of Raiffeisen Bank International.
Michael Höllerer has over 20 years of experience in the banking sector. Over the years, he has held key management positions within the RBI Group, including CEO of Raiffeisen Capital Management and member of the Management Board of Raiffeisen Bank Polska. Between 2015 and 2017, Höllerer was a member of the Management Board of RZB.
The appointment of Michael Höllerer follows Johann Strobl’s decision not to seek an extension of his Management Board mandate, which expires in February 2027, and to ensure a gradual succession before the end of his term.