SMARTPAY INVESTORS - Key Persons


Carlos Gil - Founder

Job Titles:
  • Founder
  • Non - Executive Director
Carlos joined the board of Smartpay in 2018. Carlos is the founder and current CEO of ASX listed Microequities Asset Management, Smartpay's largest shareholder. He has extensive experience in stockbroking, funds management, and investment research gained over a career spanning more than 20 years. He has held various senior management positions in Europe, including roles as Head of International Securities at BM Securities, and at Banesto Bank (Santander Group). Carlos serves on the board's Audit and Finance Committee. Carlos resides in Sydney, Australia.

Geoff Carrick

Job Titles:
  • Independent Director
Geoff joined the board of Smartpay on 1 June 2022. Geoff is a seasoned capital markets practitioner, having held the positions of Head of Corporate Finance at Shaw and Partners Limited from 2016 - 2019, Head of Equity Capital Markets at Commonwealth Bank from 2012-2015, and twelve years with Macquarie Capital. Geoff currently serves as Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee of Brainchip Holdings Limited (ASX:BRN), Executive Chairman of VCF Capital Partners Pty Limited and Non-Executive Director of Global Study Partners Holdings Pty Limited. Geoff is a graduate of the University of Sydney in Economics and Law. Geoff resides in Sydney, Australia.

Greg Barclay - Chairman

Job Titles:
  • Chairman
  • Company Director
  • Independent Director
Greg joined the board of Smartpay in 2010 and he was appointed chairman in 2016. Greg is a commercial lawyer with over 30 years of experience in advising a range of commercial and corporate clients. Greg was a founder of Claymore Partners, an Auckland based commercial law and business advisory firm. He continues to act as a consultant to that firm at present. Greg is an experienced company director and Chair having held various directorships and advisory roles across a number of New Zealand and off-shore entities. He is a director (and immediate past Chair) of the International Rugby League, a former Chairman of New Zealand Cricket and is currently the Chairman of the International Cricket Council. Greg serves on the board's Audit and Finance Committee, Chair's the Remuneration and Nomination Committee and is a Chartered Member of the New Zealand Institute of Directors. Greg resides in Auckland, New Zealand.

Martyn Pomeroy - CEO, Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Managing Director
Marty joined the board of Smartpay in 2014 and he was appointed managing director in 2020. Marty was the founder of Viaduct Limited, the third largest terminal business in New Zealand when purchased by Smartpay in 2013. Marty brings over 20 years of experience in the payments industry to the Board. Marty is the leader of the management team and responsible for driving the strategy and culture of Smartpay.

Matthew Turnbull

Job Titles:
  • Independent Director
Matt joined the board of Smartpay in 2013. Matt commenced his career with PWC and has over 20 years' experience providing accounting and corporate advisory services. Matt has a detailed understanding of Smartpay, having assisted the company in a corporate advisory capacity in 2012 recapitalisation and restructure, and the acquisition of Viaduct Limited. Matt serves on the board's Remuneration and Nominations Committee and is the Chair of the Audit and Finance Committee. Matt is a chartered accountant. Matt resides in Auckland, New Zealand