NYCE TEAM
Executive & Directors
Farzad Peyman
Chief Executive Officer
Farzad is a chartered accountant and senior executive with 17 years’ experience in online gambling across B2B and B2C. He is a leader of significant business change including restructuring, governance, regulatory, financial control, M&As and exits. Farzad has led a series of mergers and acquisitions of sports betting, casino operators and sports trading groups and oversaw the embedding of culture and implementation of cost synergies post transaction.
Harmen Brenninkmeijer
Executive Chairman
Harmen has been at the forefront of the development of the gaming industry for 34 years being known for his international endeavors in especially emerging markets to establish sound gaming infrastructures. Has consistently been an early adopter of new technologies from internet, to mobile, and now blockchain. He has also been at the forefront of the strategic development of emerging markets.
John May
Independent Non-Executive Director
John May has been a practicing Chartered Accountant for over 40 years providing services across a broad range of clients from SMEs to PLCs of international repute. He was a Senior Partner in the leading Chartered Accountancy firm, now Crowe UK, for 17 of those years, including 8 years on the Managing Board, where he was involved with developing marketing strategy in the capacity as National Marketing Partner, and the Chairman of the Thames Valley Offices for 9 years. More recently Mr. May has been in the board of companies which require his experience and corporate governance skills, particularly in relation to Audit Committee and statutory responsibilities. These companies are predominantly in the fintech, clean power, health-tech and ethical mining industries. Past directorships include Tomco Energy Plc, Petrolatina Energy Plc, Hayward Tyler Group Plc and London & Boston Investments. Current directorships include Pires Investments Plc, City & Westminster Corporate Finance LLP and Red Leopard Holdings Plc.
Stuart Adam
Non-Executive Director
Stuart Adam has over 30 years of experience as a professionally qualified accountant across a wide range of financial accounting, reporting, control and management functions in both public and private sectors, and for a broad range of clients from SMEs to PLCs, including several AIM and LSE listed companies. He is currently senior partner in City & Westminster Corporate Finance LLP, an independent corporate finance and business advisory firm which is authorised and regulated by the FCA. He is also a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment
Stelios Michaelides
Chief Financial Officer
An analytical, influential and internationally-minded Chief Financial Officer with extensive experience in turning around companies through Transformational Business Development Programmes, Change Management and a keen eye for implementing cost effective methods, increasing production, profits and performance.
In a career overseeing Financial operations within multinational companies I have been able to adapt and successfully Project Manage Mergers, Acquisitions, resulting subsidiaries and new enterprises, creating unified internal systems that can be rolled out company-wide and encourage continued efficiency and financial consistency.
Skills include but are not limited to: Accounting and Finance Management, Financial Forecasting and Modelling, Mergers and Acquisitions, Contract Negotiations, Stakeholder Management and Leadership Skills.
Advisory Team
Richard Clarke
iGaming Product & Casino
Richard is an experienced leader in gaming, renowned for creating iGaming products, studios and B2C operations. His expertise spans game creation, gaming eco-systems, gaming operations, strategic negotiations, project management, team leadership, international corporate establishment and a profound understanding of regulatory frameworks. Richard has worked as an independent consultant with Ladbrokes, Gala Coral and Iforium for over twenty years and prior to that Richard was a board advisor, board member or product owner to companies in Gaming, Green Technology and Telco industries.
Simon French
Investor Relations & M&A Strategy
Simon has 20 years’ experience of the online gambling sector stretching back to the IPOs of 888 Holdings and 32Red in 2005. He was a top rated equity research analyst covering the Leisure & Gaming sector at a number of institutions including Numis, UBS, Panmure Gordon and Cenkos. In recent years he has moved into investment banking and advisory roles and gained additional experience of high growth African and Latin American markets to complement his extensive knowledge of the UK, Europe and the US.
Jorge Morales
Sales
Experienced Senior Manager Sales Business Development with a demonstrated history of working in the gambling & casinos industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Business Planning, Operations Management, Sales, and Hospitality Industry. Strong sales professional with a Bachelor focused in Science Electronics Engineering Technology from Universidad de Puerto Rico – Bayamon.
Richard Walsh
Strategic Projects & M&A
Richard Walsh is a seasoned leader in the iGaming industry, bringing over 30 years of experience across senior executive roles at William Hill and Coingaming. In 2024, he co-founded KW Capital, a boutique M&A and advisory firm focused on delivering strategic guidance to businesses operating in both fiat and crypto markets. Richard’s expertise spans both B2B and B2C verticals, with a proven track record in driving excellence across People, Product, Operations, and overall Strategy. Richard believes that high-performing teams are built on trust, accountability, and a clear sense of purpose. His leadership approach centers on empowering individuals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and aligning operational execution with long-term strategic vision.
Ignatius Rautenbach
AI Strategy
Ignatius is a visionary leader in AI and technology, renowned for creating global impact through innovative ventures. His expertise spans artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, blockchain, strategic negotiations, project management, team leadership, international corporate establishment, special purpose vehicles (SPVs), and a profound understanding of legal frameworks.
Management Team
Ffinlo Martin
Chief Operating Officer
Experienced in improving operations for innovative companies across iGaming, Blockchain, Sales, and more. Working in-depth with global teams to efficiently generate results, bring new products to market, and grow revenue. Focus on bringing about improvements to processes across operations, product development, game development, marketing, and sales.
Claudio Faccio
Chief Marketing Officer
Throughout his 25 years of experience, Claudio has co-founded and led successful game, entertainment, and marketing companies, winning almost 100 international awards. He has worked at an executive level, helping companies achieve significant success. Claudio has built a strong market presence in South America, continually seeking growth, providing industry expertise, and providing business development at the highest level.
Onelia Paludi
Latam Manager
With more than 15 years of experience in the gaming industry, Onelia Paludi is a professional who has excelled in government agencies and industry controllers, as well as in renowned multinational companies. Her career has led her to work in areas such as personnel management, consulting, organization, strategy, development, negotiation, closing of deals, and more. An expert in the Argentinean market, and with extensive contacts throughout the whole of LATAM, Onelia is ideally placed to support business growth throughout the region.
Mishja van der Linden
Business Development
A seasoned entrepreneur and a natural networker, Mishja has decades of experience in the financial services industry. Fulfilling multiple roles across the industry has given him a wealth of experience and the perspective to understand a business from start to finish. With a keen sense for business development and the ability to find creative solutions, he has been instrumental in bringing about sales growth for multiple companies.
Jeffrey Katz
Payment Specialist
Navigating the intricate world of payments and cross-border transactions is my specialty. With a background as Head of Operations in the payments industry, I bring expertise in simplifying these complexities for our clients. As a passionate crypto enthusiast, I host local meetups to share the latest trends and insights. Let me help you stay ahead in the ever-evolving payment landscape, ensuring smooth and efficient solutions for your business.
Hansi Asiredano
Marketing Coordinator
Experienced in social media management, lead generation, customer service, and operational and administrative tasks. Skilled at executing social media campaigns, nurturing leads, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Proficient in crafting compelling copy and articles to drive content marketing efforts and enhance brand visibility. Capable of photo and video editing, and adept at adapting to brand voice and tone to maintain consistent messaging across platforms.
Xanthi Chrysanthou
Operations, Sales and Payments
Xanthi Chrysanthou is a global sales and marketing expert focused on results, with more than 15 years of significant expertise in business consulting for the forex, iGaming, financial services, and technology industries. Xanthi has achieved high levels of success across digital marketing campaigns, business development, and increasing sales revenues using an integrated customer centric approach. Now focused on offering industry-leading payment solutions through an extensive network and various marketing channels to the global forex market and beyond.
Patrecia Jacaban
Operations Team Member
With a strong foundation in Customer service, I bring a proven outstanding record of achievement both retail and financial banking sectors. As a top associate for quality, I pride myself on delivering exceptional service and fostering positive client relationship. Most importantly I thrive in fast-paced environments.
Currently, I support technical sales and our partner as a Operations Team Member. My entrepreneurial background enables me to approach challenges creatively and strategically, ensuring efficient operations and seamless collaborations.