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Our dedicated group of professionals are committed to promoting digital inclusivity and financial empowerment across the continent.
Brian Maw, the CEO of Finnovant, brings over two decades of leadership experience in innovation to the table. With a penchant for mobile technologies, Brian’s expertise lies in international payments and the financial services industry. His background spans from working with large payment networks to fast-paced startups, where he provided strategic advice and consulting on global innovative products, mobile applications and digital wallets, blockchains, biometrics, fraud management, and contactless payment solutions.
Brian’s leadership is instrumental to the Finnovant team, and his vast experience makes him an invaluable asset. When he’s not driving innovation in the tech and finance sectors, Brian enjoys outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, and traveling, all while cherishing precious moments with his family.
Chris Benedict is the North America Sales Lead with an MBA in Finance and Marketing and a self-proclaimed “golden retriever dad.” His passion is in launching innovative technologies, making him an imperative asset to the Finnovant team. He has a background working the global payment markets and emerging technologies in both the large company scale and startup environments. In his spare time, he enjoys working on his vehicles as he is a car fanatic especially interested in German and Italian cars.
Nezaam Harris
Director Africa
Nezaam is a seasoned senior executive with strategic and functional experience in the Telecommunications, BPO, ICT, Retail, Cellular, Financial Services, Transport, Logistics, Consulting and NPO Industries in South Africa and Africa, in the formal and informal markets. His experience cuts across the private and public sectors, in both corporate and start-up environments. He is an executive coach; he served as a board member for 15 years and started his own businesses.
Paul Prinsloo
Director Marketing
I am passionate about the adoption of blockchain technology and advocate for thinking globally while acting locally. With over 6 years in the blockchain space and 5 years in marketing, I am uniquely positioned to drive innovation and growth. Let’s connect and explore how we can shape the future of blockchain together.
Yaliwe Soko
Business Development Advisor