February 11, 2021
Igor Zaks presented at Supply Chain Finance Summit – full recording
Igor Zaks, CFA, President of Tenzor Ltd., presented at Supply Chain Finance Summit 2021, a key industry event by BCR Publishing, 26 January 2021.
Digital transformation – what are the latest influences on SCF?
Digital transformation in entering a new phase where increased connectivity will enable more refined, streamlined
structures and provide prospects for more product offerings
• Are we entering a new phase of digital transformation for SCF?
• What are the new trends in connectivity in the use of APIs and extractors?
• Is a single multi-funder platform the answer to increased control and efficiency for corporates?
• Reg tech for easier supplier onboarding – what are the latest innovations?
• Extending the SCF product range to provide a solutions-based approach for corporates
Matt Wreford, CEO, Demica
Igor Zaks, President, Tenzor Ltd.
The panel was moderated by Bertrand de Comminges, Managing Director, Global Head Trade Finance Investments, Santander Asset Management
Full recording of the session is available HERE
January 1, 2021
Igor Zaks presents at Supply Chain Finance Summit 2021

Igor Zaks, CFA, President of Tenzor Ltd., will speak at Supply Chain Finance Summit 2021, a key industry event by BCR Publishing, 26 January 2020.
Igor will present at the panel:
Digital transformation – what are the latest influences on SCF?
Digital transformation in entering a new phase where increased connectivity will enable more refined, streamlined
structures and provide prospects for more product offerings
• Are we entering a new phase of digital transformation for SCF?
• What are the new trends in connectivity in the use of APIs and extractors?
• Is a single multi-funder platform the answer to increased control and efficiency for corporates?
• Reg tech for easier supplier onboarding – what are the latest innovations?
• Extending the SCF product range to provide a solutions-based approach for corporates
Maurice Benisty, Chief Commercial Officer, Demica
Igor Zaks, President, Tenzor Ltd.
As I’m a speaker, BCR can offer you a 20% discount on delegate tickets. To register please follow this link https://bcrpub.com/events/supply-chain-finance-summit-2021 The discount code is SCFSSPK20.
Full conference program is available below:
December 7, 2020
Igor Zaks judged 19th Annual M&A Advisor Awards

Igor Zaks, CFA, President of Tenzor Ltd., has been part of an independent judging committee comprised of top M&A industry experts that determined the ultimate recipients of the 19th Annual M&A Advisor Awards, flagship awards for the M&A industry.
Awards in the categories of M&A Deal of the Year, Restructuring Deal of the Year, Cross-Border Deal of the Year, Corporate/Strategic Acquisition of the Year, Private Equity Deal of the Year, Deal Financing of the Year, Sector Deals of the Year, Firms of the Year, M&A Products/Services of the Year, and M&A Professionals of the Year.
“These award winners are the standouts of the year, representing the finest deals and professionals within the M&A industry,” said Roger Aguinaldo, Founder of The M&A Advisor. “This period was ripe with challenges, but also abundant with M&A activity, and these professionals were able to rise above the noise executing transactions representing several hundred billions of dollars of enterprise value.”
The awards will be presented at a Virtual Awards Gala celebration on Thursday, February 4th, 2021.
On behalf of Tenzor Ltd., Igor Zaks extends warmest congratulations to all the winners of the 19th Annual M&A Advisor Awards, and appreciation to the organizers and fellow judges.
Full program is available below:
December 4, 2020
Igor Zaks judged 12th Annual International M&A Awards

Igor Zaks, CFA, President of Tenzor Ltd., is honored to be part of the judging panel for the 12th Annual International M&A Awards, recognizing outstanding transactions, firms, and dealmakers of the global M&A industry.
“The M&A Advisor prides itself on recognizing outstanding transactions, firms, and dealmakers of the global M&A industry. The Covid-19 pandemic introduced new challenges for international dealmaking. These professionals and firms were able to rise above it all and make notable contributions to the M&A industry and to their communities. Truly, these awardees we are honoring represent the standouts in the global M&A, finance, and turnaround industry,” said Roger Aguinaldo, Founder of The M&A Advisor. The 2020 award winners were chosen from [hundreds]of prominent nominees. Evaluation of the nominees and selection of the winners was completed by an independent judging panel made up of renowned members and experts in the M&A, finance, and turnaround community.
On Thursday, January 21, 2021, The M&A Advisor will host a virtual Awards Gala to introduce the 2020 International M&A Awards Winners to the business community and to celebrate their achievements.
On behalf of Tenzor Ltd., Igor Zaks congratulates all the winners on their outstanding achievement.
Full list of the winners and the judges are available via link below:
November 29, 2020
Igor Zaks, President of Tenzor Ltd. featured in Business Money

Igor Zaks , CFA, President of Tenzor Ltd., was featured in the Business Money October/November Issue.
The article, “WOA holds groundbreaking online conference” by Erik Timmermans and John Brehcist, is available via the link below:
October 11, 2020
Igor Zaks presented at WOA Convention 6 October 2020
A full recording of the event. The WOA panel, “In with the New: New ways of working, new solutions, new markets – Challenging the status quo” starts at 2.18.
How is the World of Open Account going to develop?
- Alternative Finance solutions are expanding rapidly – how new opportunities can create market transformation
- Customer needs and expectations are evolving – where will they take us?
- Society expectations and employment patterns are shifting – how environment, diversity and sustainability will increasingly impact decision making and delivery
An expert discussion with:
- André Casterman (Casterman Advisory)
- Eva Degenhart (MH Corporate Finance)
- Deepesh Patel (TFG)
- Igor Zaks (Tenzor)
- Moderated by Maria Mogilnaya (EBRD)
October 9, 2020
Igor Zaks presented at ExCred Americas 2020
Igor Zaks , President of Tenzor Ltd. presented at ExCred Americas 2020 a virtual conference organized by Informa 5-6 October 2020.
Full recording of the session is available below:
Short-term Credit Insurance – Challenges and Opportunities
- Impact of COVID-19 crisis on the market
- Private vs. public on short term market- role of ECAs, government support, etc.
- Cancellable vs. non-cancellable limits – experience through the crisis
- Policy structure evolution
- Corporate vs. bank market
Participants:
- Amy Shinkman – Vice President, Export Credit Insurance, Export-Import Bank of the United States
- Todd Lynady – MD, Global Head of Insurance Sales and Business Development, LiquidX
- Igor Zaks – President, Tenzor Ltd
- Gary Mendell – President, Meridian Finance Group
- Moderator: Diana Smallridge – President, International Financial Consulting
August 25, 2020
Igor Zaks to present at WOA 2020 Community Convention
Igor Zaks , President of Tenzor Ltd. will present at World of Open Account (WOA) 2020 community convention , October 6 2020.
The panel:
Session Three – In with the New: New ways of working, new solutions, new markets – Challenging the status quo
By Igor Zaks, Andre Casterman, Eva Degenhart, Deepesh Patel
How is the World of Open Account going to develop?
- Alternative Finance solutions are expanding rapidly – how new opportunities can create market transformation
- Customer needs and expectations are evolving – where will they take us?
- Society expectations and employment patterns are shifting – how environment, diversity and sustainability will increasingly impact decision making and delivery
An expert discussion with:
- André Casterman (Casterman Advisory)
- Eva Degenhart (MH Corporate Finance)
- Deepesh Patel (TFG)
- Igor Zaks (Tenzor)
June 18, 2020
Igor Zaks to present at ExCred New York 2020

Igor Zaks (Zax), CFA, President of Tenzor Ltd, will present at ExCred New York 2020 https://informaconnect.com/excred-new-york-insuring-structured-trade-export-project-finance/agenda/2/, a virtual conference organized by Informa 5-6 October 2020.
Panel discussion
Short-term Credit Insurance – Challenges and Opportunities
- Impact of COVID-19 crisis on the market
- Private vs. public on short term market- role of ECAs, government support, etc.
- Cancellable vs. non-cancellable limits – experience through the crisis
- Policy structure evolution
- Corporate vs. bank market
Participants:
- Amy Shinkman – Vice President, Export Credit Insurance, Export-Import Bank of the United States
- Todd Lynady – MD, Global Head of Insurance Sales and Business Development, LiquidX
- Igor Zaks – President, Tenzor Ltd
- Gary Mendell – President, Meridian Finance Group
- Moderator: Diana Smallridge – President, International Financial Consulting

April 21, 2020
Igor Zaks to present at WOA round table
Igor Zaks (Zax), CFA, President of Tenzor Ltd. will be presenting at WOA – World of Open Account Challenges and Opportunities for International Business in disrupted times – and how to address them

On Tuesday, 19 May 2020 from 15:00 to 16:00 CET, António Salgueiro hosts the debate between John Brehcist, Peter Brinsley, John Bugeja, Gideon Jones and Igor Zaks, looking at the issues and considering some of the options that are available.
We will be addressing questions like:
- What are the trends in International RF business and how are these now expected to evolve?
- How can we best use receivables and SC finance for international business in these times?
- What are specific challenges are brought by the Coronavirus crisis?
- What is the evolving role of credit insurance?
- What are the opportunities following this time of crisis?