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Providing mobile access, building financial empowerment and fostering digital inclusion to reshape banking for underserved populations.
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Who we are

MSTRpay was founded with a bold vision and mission:


To connect 100 million users by 2035, transforming financial inclusion in Latin America, Africa, and Asia and empower underserved populations with innovative digital solutions, making financial services more accessible.


Meet the MSTRpay Team

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Martin Boulton

Chief Executive Officer
Team Europe

Martin Boulton leads global strategy, operations, and growth. With over 20 years of executive experience in fintech, digital banking, and regulatory innovation, he drives MSTRpay’s expansion into new markets and its development as a next-generation mobile banking platform.

He also serves as CEO of TCU Group, MSTRpay’s infrastructure and technology partner. In this dual role, he ensures alignment across both organizations, supporting delivery of payment orchestration, digital identity, and compliance solutions.

Martin has led fintech ventures across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, with a focus on infrastructure, financial inclusion, and cross-border innovation.

Dominika Pluska

Chief Brand Officer
Team Europe

Dominika holds a degree in Industrial Design Management from the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU Luzern), where she specialized in customer experience, service design, branding, and marketing. Her education was rooted in a multidisciplinary and international approach—equipping her with a strong foundation in human-centered design, strategic thinking, and business innovation.


At MSTRpay, Dominika leads brand strategy, positioning, and experience—shaping the company’s identity from the ground up and driving its global narrative. Her role bridges creative direction and business development, aligning brand vision with product launches, customer experience, and strategic growth.

A globally minded leader with a passion for purposeful innovation, Dominika is committed to building brands that connect deeply with users and redefine what’s possible across industries.

Steven Bryant

Global Head of Business Development
Team USA

Steven brings over 35 years of leadership in venture capital, entrepreneurship, and investment banking. At MSTRpay, he drives strategic growth and innovation on a global scale.


He has launched successful ventures across real estate, tech, and consumer products. As Co-Founder of American Realty Consulting, he leads capital raises and joint ventures. Previously, as CEO of Strategic Acquisitions International, he grew a THC beverage brand to $1.5M in sales across 600+ retail locations.


Steven has also guided startups at Project Growth International, advanced healthcare transparency at MediXall Group, and helped fund emerging businesses internationally. His investment banking career includes leadership roles at Eagle Venture Capital and Farrand Investment Bankers.

Idrissa Ndiaye

Chief Financial Officer
Team Africa

Idrissa holds a Master’s degree in Economics and Sustainable Development Project Management and a Bachelor's in Business Management. His professional background includes financial oversight of port operations, supervision of multi-sectoral SME initiatives, and a strong track record in donor-funded project implementation.

Known for his analytical rigor and deep community engagement, Idrissa brings strategic insight and financial discipline to support MSTRpay’s mission of delivering inclusive digital payment solutions.

Ismael Emmanuel Badji

Chief Marketing & Legal Affairs Officer
Team Africa

Ismael is a business law specialist with extensive experience in contract management, taxation, and litigation, combining his legal expertise with strong leadership in marketing and sales strategy. Holding a Master’s Degree in Business Law from Assane Seck University of Ziguinchor, he has developed a deep command of OHADA law and regulatory compliance—skills that allow him to navigate complex legal landscapes while driving commercial growth.


At MSTRpay, Ismael serves as Chief Marketing & Legal Affairs Officer, where he bridges legal governance and market expansion. He oversees brand positioning, campaign direction, and customer engagement strategies, ensuring all initiatives align with both regulatory frameworks and the company’s mission to expand financial inclusion across Africa. His dual expertise enables MSTRpay to move confidently in diverse markets, balancing innovation with risk management.


A strategic thinker and skilled communicator, Ismael is passionate about connecting legal precision with marketing creativity. His leadership fosters cross-functional collaboration, empowering teams to deliver results that are both impactful and compliant—strengthening MSTRpay’s reputation as a trusted, forward-looking financial services provider.

Muhammed Ceesay

Regional Liaison & Field Integration Manager
Team Africa

Muhammed is a multilingual communicator and regional entrepreneur with a proven track record in stakeholder coordination, cultural mediation, and grassroots development across West Africa. His background spans environmental education, sustainable forestry, community training, and cross-cultural translation—equipping him with a unique ability to bridge language, culture, and operational execution in complex, high-context environments.


At MSTRpay, Muhammed serves as Regional Liaison & Field Integration Manager, connecting the company’s strategic leadership with on-the-ground execution across Africa. He oversees stakeholder engagement, campaign rollout, and brand localization, ensuring that MSTRpay’s vision for financial inclusion is translated into meaningful action in diverse local contexts. Working closely with the marketing team, he aligns field operations with brand strategy, customer experience, and community trust-building.


A culturally astute leader with deep regional roots, Muhammed is committed to advancing MSTRpay’s mission of empowering communities through accessible, technology-driven financial solutions—reshaping the way underserved populations connect with modern economic opportunities.

Mariatou Ceesay

Chief Marketing Officer
Team Africa

Born in Gambia and educated in Serekunda, Mariatou began her career as a chef in the Senegambia tourism sector before launching her own fashion business and later a restaurant in Senegal. Her entrepreneurial journey has been shaped by a commitment to African innovation and sustainability.


With a unique talent for social media marketing and a diverse regional network, Mariatou drives MSTRpay’s marketing growth across African markets by blending cultural insight, community engagement, and strategic communication.


Erik Skjöldebrand

Chairman of the Board
Team Europe

Erik serves as Chairman at MSTRpay AB, where he leads the company's strategic vision, expansion planning, and stakeholder relations across markets. Based in Örebro, Erik brings a long-standing expertise in financial innovation, digital payments, and regulatory frameworks that shape the fintech landscape across Europe.


With a background in both private capital advisory and government policy, Erik is known for his ability to align market insight with forward-looking financial infrastructure. He plays a central role in shaping MSTRpay’s cross-border growth, institutional partnerships, and strategic communications.


Erik is particularly focused on building resilient, customer-centric financial ecosystems. His work is grounded in a belief that digital finance must serve both technological innovation and trust — enabling inclusion, transparency, and long-term sustainability.

Séraphine Barigenera

Chief of Operations Burundi
Team Africa

Séraphine Barigenera is a dedicated business leader and social innovator from Burundi, with a diverse background in community development, sustainable initiatives, and economic empowerment. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to improving livelihoods through innovative solutions, including her early work in nutrition, herbal medicine research, and reforestation projects.


Currently, as Chief of Operations at MSTRpay, Séraphine is at the forefront of driving financial inclusion and digital transformation in Burundi. She leads the integration of the MSTRpay ecosystem into the local economy, working to expand access to digital financial services in underserved communities. Her work aims to foster greater economic participation, improved financial literacy, and increased opportunities for small businesses and individuals, ultimately contributing to sustainable socioeconomic development in the region.

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales

Guy Hawkins

President of Sales