Robert Anghel is the new CEO of Salt Bank, part of Banca Transilvania Financial Group. Before that, he was the Chief Business Officer with the same bank.  

Gabriela Nistor, who has led Salt Bank since 2022, ends her executive tenure, continuing to contribute to the bank's strategic direction and future growth as a member of the Board of Directors.

Launched in 2024, Salt Bank - the first 100% digital bank in Romania - is today in the top 10 banks in terms of number of customers, exceeding 700,000. At the end of 2025, the bank’s assets amounted to approx. RON 2 billion and counted more than 400 employees.

Banca Transilvania Financial Group’s Message:

We wish Robert Anghel every success in his new position with Salt Bank. Passing the torch comes at a time when the bank has a solid customer base and an accelerated adoption pace, with the next stage focusing on business scaling, market position strengthening and innovation. His experience qualifies him to continue the strategic direction and to take Salt Bank to the next level of maturity, operating efficiency, and performance. We thank Gabriella Nistor for her key contribution to the launch of the first 100% digital bank in Romania and for her 30-year career with BT, continuing to write the story as a member of the Board of Directors of two of Banca Transilvania Group's companies, Salt Bank and BT Direct.  

Continuity in leadership  

I am truly grateful for the trust the Board and Gabriela have in me. This trust feels like a big responsibility, a clear commitment to carry on what we have built together and to do banking your way. We will not change anything that has gotten us here. We continue the same way: showing speed, direction and attention to detail. We continue to grow but stay close to people and their everyday experience. This is who we are.

Robert Anghel
CEO
Salt Bank

Less than two years ago, we launched Salt Bank, the first 100% digital bank in Romania. It has grown spectacularly, and more importantly, it has grown with meaning. Today, Salt is more than just the story of a courageous launch; it is clear proof that our success wasn’t just luck. It has become a market benchmark, including for expertise, and a name that comes naturally to mind when you say digital banking. For me, Salt is undoubtedly the most beautiful project. A real gift for my entire career.

Gabriela Nistor
Member of the Board of Directors
Salt Bank

Who is the new CEO of Salt Bank?

Robert Anghel has over 25 years of experience in digital transformation and banking. Prior to joining Salt Bank, he led digital transformation programs worth over €100 million, launched platforms used today by millions of customers in Europe and Asia, and was involved in mergers and acquisitions. He graduated from the Polytechnic University of Timisoara and holds an MBA from the University of Illinois, specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions.