NLB Bank has strengthened its leadership with the appointment of two new board members, Marko Čelebić and Zarija Milić, following regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Montenegro. Their four-year term, commencing on February 1, 2025, expands the board to five members, reflecting the bank’s strategic vision for growth and digital transformation.
Čelebić, a long-standing member of NLB Group, brings a wealth of experience in corporate banking, digital channels, and product innovation. Having built his career within NLB since 2010, he has held senior leadership roles across the region, including positions in Ljubljana and Podgorica. His expertise in financial services, investment banking, and client relations is expected to drive the bank’s commercial strategy, reinforcing its position as a leading player in Montenegro’s financial sector.
Milić, a seasoned banking and IT professional, joins as Chief Operating Officer, overseeing technology, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and operational resilience. With more than two decades of experience, he has played key roles in regulatory compliance, fintech innovation, and strategic planning, previously leading digitalization initiatives at Addiko Bank Group. His expertise in aligning financial operations with EU regulations and his leadership in industry committees position him as a key architect of NLB Bank’s future-facing infrastructure.
With this latest expansion, NLB Bank is reinforcing its commitment to digital excellence, operational efficiency, and customer-focused innovation. The appointments of Čelebić and Milić signal a decisive move toward a more agile, technology-driven banking model, ensuring the institution remains at the forefront of Montenegro’s evolving financial landscape.
