Meet our Leaders
Our Top Management
Artem Gonchakov
With 15 years of experience across insurance, banking, financial services, telecom, and media, Artem Gonchakov brings a unique blend of tech, operational, and business expertise to Simplifai. Holding an M.S. in Computer Science, he has successfully driven innovation at Deutsche Bank, Twitter/X, WorkFusion, and his own startup, Arty Finch.
Nils Slottet
With over 20 years of experience delivering Software-as-a-Service solutions, Nils Slottet is recognized for fostering a winning culture and building high-performing teams. His focus is on driving customer value and innovating solutions that meet their needs. Before joining Simplifai, Nils held key roles at organizations such as Atea and Puzzel, where he contributed to significant growth and success.
Niels Zijderveld
Niels Zijderveld brings 20+ years of experience in software and insurance, combining innovation, client focus, and strategic insight. In the past, he has worked with leading companies such as Sollers Consulting, FRISS, Guidewire, and TIA Technology, supporting insurers across system integration, core systems, and SaaS solutions.
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Dr. Bikash Agrawal
Dr. Bikash Agrawal is a proficient leader in the realm of AI, Machine Learning, and Big Data, currently leading the technology team at Simplifai. His dedication to the world of pioneering technologies has been evident with over ten years of varied industry involvement. Bikash has made significant contributions to cloud computing, introducing a scalable Big Data processing framework. Prior to his role at Simplifai, he showcased his expertise as Data Scientist at DNV GL.
Our Board of Directors
Ronald Kasteel
Ronald Kasteel, co-founder of Keylane, is a leading figure in European insurance technology. He led Keylane’s rapid growth and seven acquisitions, making it the region’s top core insurance platform provider. Previously, as CEO of Ordina, he grew the Benelux IT consultancy from €100 million to €650 million in revenue. Kasteel now guides Simplifai’s global expansion and strategic partnerships toward its 2026 goals.
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Krisztina Horvath
Krisztina is Junior Partner at Idékapital, a venture and growth investor funding and supporting high-growth B2B software scale-ups with global potential. She has 15 years of experience from investments, active ownership, and operational leadership. Prior to Idékapital, she worked at Ferd Capital, the direct investment arm of one of Norway's largest family offices, held C-level roles across multiple industries, and advised on strategy and M&A at Arkwright Consulting.
Alex Rahaman
Alex Rahaman is a Partner at Idékapital based in London, with extensive experience in founding, scaling, and investing in high-growth businesses. He has founded and successfully exited multiple ventures, including StrikeAd, the first SaaS programmatic buying platform for mobile advertising, acquired by Sizmek (now part of Amazon) and Unanimis acquired by France Telecom.
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Noel Hamill
Noel Hamill is a global marketing leader with experience across technology, SaaS, gaming, and e-commerce. He has led brand transformations, digital strategies, and go-to-market initiatives that drive growth and customer engagement. With expertise in brand management, demand generation, and digital transformation, he has managed multi-billion-dollar P&Ls and built partnerships with top global brands. Noel thrives on mentoring high-performing teams and turning strategy into measurable business impact.
Nils Thomas Lien
Nils Thomas Lien brings extensive board and leadership experience across companies undergoing change. Skilled in crisis management, scaling businesses, and commercial strategy, he has expertise in both capital- and knowledge-intensive industries. He excels in innovation, product development, and capital raising, with a strategic focus on connecting insights, anticipating future trends, and driving sustainable growth.
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Sander Kernkamp
Sander Kernkamp is a seasoned executive with 25+ years in financial and insurance services, holding senior roles at ING, Nationale Nederlanden, and ABN AMRO. He has led major initiatives in data, customer strategy, and digital innovation. As GM and owner of Zego Nederland, he led a management buy-out to build an independent motor insurance and digital claims firm. With a background in economics and information science, Sander blends strategic vision with hands-on leadership, and is a strong advocate for AI in regulated industries.