James Andrew-Smith

Founder | CTO | Advisor | Passionate about security, startups and strategy.

James Andrew-Smith is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in building industry-leading teams, technology, and customer experiences.

Having co-founded Payble, a Fintech company in Australia focused on leveraging Open Banking to revolutionize bill payments and consumer financial management, James brings over 20 years of expertise to the table.

During his tenure as Chief Information Officer at Identitii, an ASX-listed company specializing in regulatory technology to combat money laundering and terrorism financing risks, he led the deployment of compliance software in top-tier financial institutions.

With a strong educational foundation from Cranbrook School, James Andrew-Smith has held key roles in various organizations such as AssuranceLab, ARCHFASHION, Press F12, and AAPT, demonstrating his proficiency as a technology leader and innovator.

Passionate about fostering collaborative environments to drive the design, development, and expansion of innovative businesses, James is dedicated to building successful ventures through teamwork and forward-thinking strategies.