Paul Mazzola

Dr. Paul Mazzola is a Lecturer in Banking and Finance at the School of Business, University of Wollongong, with 25 years of senior executive experience in banking across Australia, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. He has held roles including Associate Head of School (Finance) and advises governments on financial regulation and crises. His research focuses on banking regulation, monetary policy, risk management, and financial crises.

Professional affiliations include Fellow of CPA Australia, Fellow of FINSIA, and Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He has won national teaching awards and an Australian Educational Publishing Award for textbook authorship. His work spans academic publishing, media commentary, and strategic consulting for organizations globally.

Research interests include foreign exchange markets, funds management, and regulatory frameworks. His recent publications analyze Treating Customers Fairly regimes, cryptocurrency market dynamics, and global financial crisis causes. He has secured research funding through the University of Wollongong's Targeted Researcher Support grant (2021).

• Media Engagement: Regular contributor to national/international media as banking finance expert
• Awards: Australian Educational Publishing Award, Wiley Academic Advisory Board appointment