Hailing from Edinburgh, Theo Miller is a user interface specialist who currently works as a digital nomad based in Spain, bringing his technical expertise to Profee's content strategy. His experience as a volunteer in Nepal demonstrates his commitment to global connectivity and understanding of international financial needs. With extensive travel experience across multiple continents, Theo understands the practical challenges of managing money whilst living and working remotely. His technical background in interface design, combined with his nomadic lifestyle, provides unique insights into user experience and the digital tools that make international finance accessible.

Originally from Brazil, Bianca Ferreira now lives as a digital nomad in Portugal, bringing her expertise in public relations and marketing to Profee's content team. She holds a degree from Rio de Janeiro and has enhanced her qualifications through additional online certifications in digital marketing. As a specialist in email marketing and promotional campaigns, Bianca combines her multicultural perspective with deep technical knowledge to help readers navigate the world of international money transfers. Her experience living across different countries gives her unique insights into the challenges faced by expats and digital nomads managing finances across borders.

Based in London, Maeve McFarland brings a literary background to financial writing at Profee, holding a degree in Literature from a prestigious UK university. When she's not crafting clear, accessible content about money transfers and financial services, she writes fiction under a pseudonym, showcasing her versatility as a writer. Her ability to translate complex financial concepts into engaging, understandable prose makes her an invaluable asset to readers seeking clarity in international finance. Maeve's dual expertise in creative and technical writing ensures that Profee's content is both informative and compelling.

Originally from India and now residing in Britain, Kamal Patel brings extensive customer service experience from his previous role in banking support to his position at Profee. He holds a degree in International Relations and Economics, providing him with a solid foundation for understanding global financial markets and cross-border transactions. His firsthand experience helping customers resolve banking issues, combined with his academic background, makes him particularly skilled at addressing the practical concerns of international money transfer users. Kamal's multicultural background and professional experience enable him to connect with Profee's diverse global audience.

A true global citizen from Cyprus, Nicos Georgiou relocates to a different country each year, making him an expert on the practical realities of international money management. He actively studies languages online, building friendships across the globe that give him deep insights into various financial systems and cultural approaches to money. With a mathematics-focussed degree and specialisation in financial calculations, Nicos brings analytical precision to Profee's content whilst maintaining a personal understanding of cross-border financial challenges. His nomadic lifestyle and multilingual abilities make him uniquely qualified to address the diverse needs of Profee's international user base.

Born in the United States to Korean parents, Leslie Kim studied communications and PR in both the US and Seoul before settling in France as part of her international career. Her multicultural educational experience across three countries gives her unique insights into different financial systems and cultural approaches to money management. With formal training in communications and public relations, Leslie excels at creating content that resonates with Profee's global audience whilst maintaining professional standards. Her trilingual background and cross-continental experience make her particularly effective at addressing the needs of expatriates, students, and professionals managing finances across international borders.

After relocating from Moldova to Germany, Bogdan Cilianu has built a diverse career as both an educator and freelancer, bringing his teaching expertise to Profee's educational content initiatives. His experience as a teacher has honed his ability to explain complex financial concepts in clear, accessible terms that readers can easily understand and apply. Having navigated the European migration and financial system personally, Bogdan understands the practical challenges of establishing financial services in a new country. His educational background and freelancing experience provide him with both the pedagogical skills and real-world knowledge necessary to create valuable content for Profee's diverse audience.

Originally from Uzbekistan and now based in Milan, Madina Karimova combines her journalism education with specialised experience in economic news reporting for Profee. Her background covering financial markets and economic trends provides her with the analytical skills necessary to break down complex international money transfer regulations and market conditions. Having personally navigated the process of relocating internationally, she understands the financial challenges faced by expatriates and immigrants. Madina's journalistic training ensures that Profee's content maintains the highest standards of accuracy and clarity whilst remaining accessible to readers from all backgrounds.

A Ukrainian mathematics graduate now living in Poland, Hanna Shevchenko specialises in SEO and digital marketing strategy for Profee's content initiatives. Her mathematical background provides her with the analytical skills to understand complex fee structures and exchange rate calculations that are crucial in international money transfers. Having experienced international relocation firsthand, she brings personal insight into the financial challenges faced by those establishing themselves in new countries. Hanna's combination of technical mathematical knowledge and digital marketing expertise ensures that Profee's content reaches and serves those who need it most.

Based in Cyprus, Andri Spastri serves as Chief Financial Officer at Profee, bringing over 20 years of comprehensive finance experience to the leadership team. With more than a decade specialising in the fintech industry and Electronic Money Institutions (EMI), she possesses deep expertise in the regulatory and operational complexities of digital financial services. As a qualified accountant, Andri excels in budget preparation, management accounts, and payroll operations, ensuring Profee maintains the highest standards of financial governance. Her extensive background in fintech and payment systems enables her to provide strategic financial insights that support Profee's mission of making international money transfers accessible and transparent.

Originally from Moldova and now based in Cyprus, Alla Kushnir leads Partner Management at Profee with deep expertise in fintech, digital payments, and global business development. Fluent in English, Russian, Polish, and Romanian, she builds genuine relationships across diverse markets and cultures. At Profee, Alla drives international expansion by growing payout coverage, streamlining cross-border operations, and forging strategic partnerships across the EU, MENA, LATAM, and Asia. Her multilingual abilities and multicultural perspective make her uniquely positioned to understand local market nuances whilst scaling Profee's global reach.

As Chief Marketing Officer at Profee, Ilya Bunin brings his MBA and startup experience from the United States and Israel — but more importantly, he brings the real-world perspective of someone who's actually lived the expat life. Moving between countries taught him what it's really like to navigate different financial systems and send money home, which is why Profee's marketing focuses on solving actual problems rather than just looking slick. His background launching products in competitive markets helps the team try bold new ideas and adapt quickly when the fintech landscape shifts. Ilya's approach is simple: understand what people genuinely need, test creative solutions, and don't be afraid to change course.

Who is behind the Profee blog: authors & contributors

The Profee Team

Theo Miller

Bianca Ferreira

Maeve McFarland

Kamal Patel

Nicos Georgiou

Leslie Kim

Bogdan Cilianu

Madina Karimova

Hanna Shevchenko

Andri Spastri

Alla Kushnir

Ilya Bunin