Our core team has over 50 years combined experience in business and technology. With vast experience in both web3 and web2 realms and distributed across the world, the team blends varied cultural and perspectives and global worldview to work in sync to advance our mission. We are also guided by distinguished leaders and experts across various industries, each bringing unique expertise and insights.
Founder
Serial entrepreneur and technologist with multiple patents in blockchain and AI. Advisor and investor supporting Zebec and the broader ecosystem.
CEO
As Zebec’s co-founder, Simon brings 10+ years of leadership experience from senior roles in private equity and advisory at Breyer Capital, Parthenon, and Oliver Wyman
CTO
German-Iranian entrepreneur and investor. Built Germany’s first altcoin exchange. Leads Zebec’s product innovation at the Web2 - Web3 frontier.
CMO
Communications and marketing strategist with leadership roles across Fortune 100s, startups, and global policy groups. C-suite advisor, published author, and award-winning brand builder.
Director, M&A
Duke University graduate with a decade in investment banking at Apollo, BlackArch, and Northlane. Neal leads Zebec’s acquisition strategy and deals pipeline.
Director, Corporate Development
University of Central Florida graduate with 4 years in fintech, HCM, blockchain payments, and M&A.
Senior Product Lead
Product and systems leader with over 20 years of building systems and teams across different sectors, including travel, banking, payments, blockchain) Formerly with the London Stock Exchange Group, RBS, and Expedia
Web3 Product Lead
Founding team member. Experienced full-stack engineer with deep expertise in building decentralized applications across the Solana and Ethereum ecosystems.
Head of Ecosystem
Crypto native with 5+ years in sales, marketing, and business development across top blockchain startups and protocols.
Head of UI/UX
Design leader with cross-industry experience, including with leading global brands like BMW, Volkswagen Group, Lucid Software, and Kraft Heinz.
BD Lead
Specialist in crypto and Web3 business development with more than 5 years of experience in building strategic partnerships, expanding markets, and scaling ecosystems.
Asymmetric
Founder, CEO & CIO of Asymmetric, a crypto fund backed by top investors including Marc Andreessen and the founders of Solana. Brings over 20 years across Wall Street, Silicon Valley, and venture-backed startups.
fr. CFO, ADP
A 37-year ADP veteran who held leadership roles including CFO for major segments such as Mid‑Market Payroll, Global Money Movement, and Compliance at the world’s largest payroll business.
fr. Brink's
Seasoned executive with leadership experience in secure transport, data services, HR outsourcing, and technology; served as Interim CEO of The Brink’s Company, President at Dun & Bradstreet and ADP, and held advisory and board roles with firms including Theragenics, Onvia, and Juvo360.
CEO, PayBridge
Payroll technology expert and payroll business owner with deep experience in HCM systems, client service, and scalable payroll operations. Founder of PayBridge (acquired by Zebec in 2023).
fr. ADP
Veteran payroll industry leader with executive tenure at ADP and founder of Summit Payroll Services, bringing deep operational and strategic expertise in workforce payments and HRIS systems.
Gatenox
Fintech veteran, former VP at Amundi and Global Head of Engineering & Ops across 36 countries. Architect of BLIK and co-founder of Gatenox. Deep expertise in payments, compliance, and regulatory infrastructure.
Science Card
Founder and former CEO of Science Card (acquired by Zebec in 2025). PhD in Biomedical Engineering from UCL. Co-founder of Magic Carpet AI (acquired by Blockchain.com). Brings experience at the intersection of AI, science, and Web3.
Science Card
Biomedical researcher with a DPhil from Oxford. Held senior roles at INSERM, UCL, and Leeds. Led product at Science Card. Expertise in DeSci, EdTech, and mission-driven finance.
fr. Stata Global
Former CEO of Strata Global and former Wells Fargo director with decades of experience across banking, fintech, infrastructure, and crypto compliance.
