Vienna, 19/06/2026 – At its 59th General Assembly, the European Association of Co-operative Banks (EACB) appointed its Board for a new two-year term, re-electing Priscille Szeradzki (Confédération Nationale du Crédit Mutuel) as President as well as Daniel Quinten (Bundesverband der Deutschen Volksbanken und Raiffeisenbanken, BVR) and Vincent Maagdenberg (Rabobank) as Vice-Presidents. The vote reaffirms members’ confidence in the association’s leadership and their commitment to representing the cooperative banking sector at European and international level.
The mandate of Sergio Gatti (Federcasse) as Director of the Board was renewed, while Rainer Borns (Volksbank Wien) was appointed to the Board, succeeding Johannes Rehulka (Österreichischen Raiffeisenverbandes, ÖRV). Viviana Mitrache-Rimbault (Crédit Agricole S.A.) was re-elected as Representative in the Board with an Advisory Vote.
Members also voted on the mandate of the Association’s internal auditors, reappointing David Murano (Caja Ingenieros/UNACC) and electing Johannes Rehulka for a two-year term.
Commenting on the vote, EACB President Priscille Szeradzki said:
“I am honoured by the renewed trust that the members of the European Association of Cooperative Banks have placed in me, and I welcome the reappointment of the members of our association’s Board of Directors. The past two years have been characterised by sustained collective commitment, the quality and consistency of which must be highlighted.
We can be proud of the progress we have made together. The renewal of these terms of office encourages us to continue our work with the same high standards and the same determination, in the service of the cooperative cause.
The coming months will be decisive for the future of the European banking sector. In a rapidly changing environment, the European Association of Cooperative Banks will, more than ever, need to make the voice of cooperative banks heard, as their model demonstrates its relevance and resilience every day. We remain fully committed to defending their distinctive characteristics and promoting their strengths, in the service of citizens and the European economy.”
Vincent Maagdenberg, Vice-President of the EACB, added:
“I am honoured by the trust placed in me through my re-election as Vice President. In a time marked by rapid change and uncertainty, I remain fully committed to contributing with dedication, stability, and a forward-looking mindset—working together to strengthen our association and navigate the challenges ahead with confidence.
The renewed leadership team will continue to guide the Association's work in promoting and defending the common interests of cooperative banks and engaging constructively with European and international policymakers on behalf of the sector.”
Daniel Quinten, Vice-President of the EACB, commented:
“My sincere thanks go to the members of the EACB for their trust. Being re-elected is, above all, a mandate to continue strengthening the voice of cooperative banks at European level.
Europe is facing crucial decisions that will shape its competitiveness, financial stability, and the digital transformation of the financial sector. We need a regulatory framework that embraces diversity and recognizes different business models, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
With their close customer relationships, long-term perspectives and strong local roots, cooperative banks contribute to a resilient European banking landscape every day. This model has a strong future ahead – – and I look forward to further supporting its success across Europe.”
BIOGRAPHIES
Priscille Szeradzki
CEO of the Confédération Nationale du Crédit Mutuel since January 2026, Priscille Szeradzki having previously served as its Deputy CEO from June 2023. She was elected President of the European Association of Co-operative Banks in June 2024. Before joining Crédit Mutuel, she held several positions within the Ministry of Economy and Finance, where she notably served as rapporteur for the Interministerial Committee for Industrial Restructuring, as well as at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and, previously, at the French Office for the Protection of Refugees and Stateless Persons (OFPRA).
Vincent Maagdenberg
Vincent Maagdenberg became a member of the Managing Board and Chief Risk Officer (CRO) of Rabobank on April 1, 2023. He is responsible for the management of both Financial (amongst others Credit and Market Risk) and Non-Financial Risk (amongst others Operational, Compliance and Model Risk).
Daniel Quinten
Daniel Quinten has been a Member of the Board of Managing Directors of the BVR since January 1, 2022. Before this role, he was a Partner at KPMG AG Wirtschaft-sprüfungsgesellschaft from 2014, where he co-managed KPMG’s ECB Office and the Risk & Treasury advisory and audit team. Earlier in his career, Quinten served at Deutsche Bundesbank, holding key positions including Head of the Banking Supervision Law and International Banking Supervision division from 2011 to 2013 and Head of the Office of the Vice-President from 2006 to 2011.
EACB Contact:
CEO: Nina Schindler
Nina.Schindler@eacb.coop
Lead Communication: Luce Jacqmin
Luce.jacqmin@eacb.coop
About the EACB:
The European Association of Co-operative Banks (EACB) is the voice of the cooperative banks in Europe. It represents, promotes and defends the common interests of its 29 member institutions and of cooperative banks in general. Cooperative banks form decentralised networks which are subject to banking as well as cooperative legislation. Democracy, transparency and proximity are the three key characteristics of the cooperative banks’ business model. With 2,400 locally operating banks and 36,500 outlets cooperative banks are widely represented throughout the enlarged European Union, playing a major role in the financial and economic system. They have a long tradition in serving 228 million customers, mainly consumers, retailers and communities. The cooperative banks in Europe represent 91 million members and 737,000 employees and have a total average market share of about 20%.
Website: www.eacb.coop
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