Leadership

Kelvin King
Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director

Paolo Rizzardini
Chief Commercial Officer & Executive Director

Khaleel Kilani
Chief Operating Officer & Executive Director

Waleed Arafa
Chief Technology Officer 

Thomas Langer
Chief Information Security & Data Officer 

Oli Greatbatch
Chief Financial Officer

Nalini Govender
People Director

Chadi Antoine Akiki
General Legal Counsel

Natalia Barros
VP Marketing

Kelvin King

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Executive Director

Kelvin King is the CEO & Executive Director at Mondia, where he leverages over 20 years of experience in managing financial and operational functions across diverse markets. Before joining Mondia, Kelvin served as Chief Financial Officer at several Prosus portfolio companies, where he played a key role in driving growth and operational efficiency. He also held significant financial leadership roles at Olive Group and BT Group, consistently delivering value through strategic financial management and M&A activities. Kelvin’s extensive background makes him a crucial part of Mondia’s leadership team, focused on operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Beyond his professional achievements, Kelvin is known for his approachable leadership style, always valuing teamwork and encouraging those around him to achieve their best. His dedication to both people and performance makes him an integral part of Mondia’s mission to lead in the digital space.

Paolo Rizzardini

Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) & Executive Director

Paolo Rizzardini is the CCO and Executive Director and at Mondia, bringing over two decades of international experience in telecommunications, mobile payments, messaging, digital entertainment, and e-commerce. With a background as a computer science engineer, Paolo combines a business-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset with deep technical expertise. At Mondia, Paolo plays a pivotal role in shaping and managing digital solutions across their lifecycle, leading teams that design, build, and commercialize these innovative offerings. His leadership is key to driving the company’s strategic growth and market expansion.

“In the digital age, it’s not just about creating solutions; it’s about ensuring they deliver real value and impact across all stages of their lifecycle.”

Khaleel Kilani

Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Executive Director

Khaleel Kilani is the COO and Executive Director at Mondia, passionate about fixing broken systems and driving continuous improvement. With over 20 years of experience, he’s committed to enhancing communication and team alignment to achieve impactful results. Khaleel has previously held leadership roles at United Technologies and Honeywell, where he developed expertise in regulatory and commercial management across the MENA region.

At Mondia, he focuses on creating efficient, resilient operations that turn challenges into opportunities through strong teamwork. Known for his strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, Khaleel is dedicated to ensuring that Mondia’s operations are not just efficient but also resilient and adaptable to change.

“I believe that once communication and alignment are addressed, team collaboration can achieve greatness!”

Waleed Arafa

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Waleed is an accomplished technology leader with 18 years of experience in engineering and software development, specializing in building high-performing teams and delivering scalable solutions. His expertise spans fintech, telecom, and digital services, where he has consistently driven innovation and operational excellence. As CTO at Mondia, Waleed leads the company’s largest team which lays the foundations for success, comprising developers, IT professionals, and supporting roles. This team forms the backbone of Mondia’s operations, powering the development and delivery of cutting-edge digital payment solutions and seamless integrations for global clients. Waleed’s leadership has been pivotal in fostering collaboration, ensuring technical excellence, and aligning the team’s efforts with Mondia’s strategic vision.

Thomas Langer

Chief Information Security & Data Officer

Thomas leads Mondia’s security and data strategy, with a mission to protect the company’s customers, systems, and services while enabling data to become a strategic asset at every level of the business. At Mondia, he plays a key role in driving the company’s evolution toward becoming a truly data-driven organization — one where trust, agility, and insight go hand in hand.

A seasoned technology executive with a deep engineering background, Thomas has extensive experience in highly regulated industries, including telecommunications and financial services. Prior to joining Mondia, he held senior leadership and enterprise architecture roles in the banking sector, where he was responsible for designing secure, scalable platforms and driving strategic technology transformation.

He has a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams, driving innovation, and delivering robust security and data solutions — always grounded in modern, cloud-native technologies.

“Security builds trust. Data drives progress. My goal is to make both work together — so that everyone at Mondia can move fast, with confidence.”

Oli Greatbatch

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Oli Greatbatch is the CFO at Mondia, where he oversees our financial strategy and operations. With over 15 years of experience in finance, Oli has a strong background in financial management, strategic planning, and transformation. He recently served as Group VP of Finance and CFO at Mondia Digital, focusing on finance transformation and team leadership. Before joining Mondia, he held senior finance roles at Merit Incentives in Dubai, Williams Lea Tag and Nelsons in London where he was key in restructuring financial frameworks and leading successful financial transformations. Oli holds a degree in Accounting and Finance and is skilled in financial reporting, cash management, and process improvement.

Nalini Govender

People Director

Nalini Govender, People Director at Mondia, is an accomplished HR leader with expertise across industries like digital content, fintech, edtech, e-commerce, and advertising. Passionate about creating positive workplace cultures, she specializes in organizational design, learning, and aligning HR strategies with business goals. With experience in 15+ countries across Africa, Europe, UK and the Middle East, Nalini thrives in boosting performance in complex multinational settings while at the same time streamlining processes and driving compliance

“Empowering people is at the heart of our success. When we invest in our teams, we unlock their full potential and drive our collective growth.”

Chadi Antoine Akiki

General Legal Counsel

Chadi is the General Legal Counsel at Mondia, bringing over a decade of legal expertise across diverse sectors including Fintech and payment solutions. He is a qualified Lawyer and possesses a strong academic foundation with an LL.M. in International Arbitration from Queen Mary University of London, a Masters in Political Science and a B.A. in International Affairs with a minor in Economics. With a focus on technology , payment solutions, international arbitration, M&A, and commercial law, Chadi provides strategic legal counsel and guidance across all aspects of Mondia’s operations.

Natalia Barros

VP Marketing

Natalia, Vice President of Marketing at Mondia, is a seasoned customer and growth strategist with a diverse background spanning telecommunications, media & technology, FMCG, and consulting. With over 15 years of experience across South Africa, Brazil, and the UAE, she brings a unique global perspective to customer engagement and lifecycle marketing.

Before joining Mondia, Natalia led Customer Management at Showmax, where she spearheaded digital engagement strategies and helped scale the business across 50+ markets through personalized, localized experiences. She also held senior roles at MultiChoice Group and Accenture, where she focused on customer optimization, value management, and driving strategic growth for top-tier telecom operators.

Natalia is passionate about the transformative power of digital innovation and its role in reshaping business models and customer interactions. At Mondia, she leads a dynamic team focused on growth marketing and customer engagement.

“Digital isn’t just about technology, it’s about creating meaningful, human experiences at scale. That’s what drives growth and lasting customer relationships.”