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LYLE WRAXALL

CHIEF EXECUTIVE

Lyle is the Chief Executive of Digital Isle of Man. He is a highly experienced management and technology consultant who has worked across the whole digital and fintech space. Most recently he was Head of the New York office for Pcubed – a significant international management consultancy practice with offices around the world.

Lyle has worked extensively with large private sector and public sector clients in London and America including RBS, Deutsche Bank, IMF, US Federal Reserve and UK Cabinet Office.

ABBY KIMBER

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Abby joined Digital Isle of Man in April 2019 and has over 14 years’ experience working with the eGaming, technology, and professional services sectors in the Isle of Man and Gibraltar.

Abby is responsible for the operational strategy and execution for the Agency, as well as leading our Strategic Partnership team to enable regular dialogue right across the spectrum of our digital economy, giving us the chance to discuss policies and strategies which best help Isle of Man businesses not only to thrive and expand, but also to create a fertile ground for new sectors and opportunities.

KURT ROOSEN

HEAD OF INNOVATION

Kurt is the Head of Innovation for Digital Isle of Man, with a wide remit to champion Digital Innovation and push forward positive change. Kurt is highly experienced as an IT professional with 35 years of experience across many sectors including Banking, Retail, Manufacturing, Telecommunications and Education. Before joining Digital Isle of Man, Kurt worked at Cayman National Bank as Head of IT and before that was CEO of the Manx ICT Association (MICTA) which was the precursor to the Digital Agency. Kurt serviced on the inaugural Digital Isle of Man Board.

Kurt is a Fellow of the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, and served as the Chairman of their Governing Council in the UK and as a Trustee for two years. He has also been an entrepreneur on the Island, founding and running an innovative IoM based telecoms company with clients and staff all over the world in between working for two other banks in the Isle of Man in senior technical roles.

RICHARD OLIPHANT

DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE & TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Richard joined Department for Enterpise in the December of 2018 with responsibility for the development and implementation of a National Telecommunications Strategy. 

Richard has over 20 years’ experience in telecommunications and networks as both an engineer and programme manager. This included responsibility for infrastructure support and customer service in the Governments Technology Services Division and a number of years as Head of Technology and Licensing for the Island's telecoms regulator the Communications Commission. 

NATHAN LUNT

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER

Nathan relocated to the Island in 2014. Whilst visiting relatives, he developed a fondness for the Isle of Man and later seized the opportunity to call the Island 'home'.

He joined Digital Isle of Man in 2021 as part of the Strategic Partnerships team. Prior to this he spent several years working within the Telecommunications industry where he gained experience delivering outstanding service, developing robust relationships, influencing change and leading a team.

Nathan is focussed on partnering with digital businesses to facilitate their growth on the Isle of Man, as well as attracting new business to the Island.

BEN WILSON-WHITE

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER

Ben joined Digital Isle of Man in April 2023, and brings over 10 years’ experience in supporting businesses as they grow from small to medium-sized enterprises across a variety of sectors including retail and technology. He excels in designing and implementing new management and team structures, as well as evolving workflows and processes to enhance efficiency.

Ben brings a proven record of cultivating and maintaining productive relationships, working in collaboration with stakeholders and clients to achieve our shared ambitions. He is focused on supporting local businesses to grow and thrive on-Island and continuously improving the operational capabilities of the Digital Team to ensure we deliver the best possible support and strategic input to the development of the Digital sector.

CYNDI RHODES

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER

Cyndi relocated from South Africa to the Isle of Man in February 2024 and joined the Digital Isle of Man team shortly after. Her role focuses on collaborating with local businesses in the digital economy to foster growth and attract new ventures to the Isle of Man.

Before moving to the Isle of Man, Cyndi worked with a South African Government agency, where she specialised in economic development and job creation, with a particular focus on the manufacturing and automotive sectors. She brings a wealth of experience in client relationship management and business development to the Digital team.

NICK PRESKEY

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER

BETHAN DAVIES

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER

Bethan joined the Digital Isle of Man team in April 2023 bringing a wealth of relationship management experience from the e-gaming sector. Having worked for some of the islands most prestigious gaming companies within the past 10 years, she has gained experience in commercial development, building strong relationships and delivering high tier service to operators worldwide.

Bethan’s focus is working with local businesses within the digital sector in order to help them maximise their potential here on the island; both facilitating the growth of existing business, and supporting the relocation of new business to the Isle of Man. Bethan enjoys meeting the people behind the businesses, exploring hidden opportunities, and being part of the continuous development of the island’s digital ecosystem.

ANDREW HONOUR

DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE & TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Andrew joined Digital Isle of Man in January 2020 after a career spanning almost 30 years with Manx Telecom where he held various management positions, most recently Head of B2B Sales. Andrew is working in the Digital Infrastructure & Telecommunications team, assisting with the development of the Telecoms strategy and the implementation of the National Broadband Plan.

SARAH ENNETT

SMART ISLAND MANAGER

Sarah joined Digital Isle of Man in September 2020 to manage the Isle of Man Government Accelerator​ Programme for IoT (Internet of Things), the initial aims of which are to promote the use of IoT for the social and economic development of the Island. 

She has worked in telecommunications for over 23 years in several key business areas; Product Management, Business Development, Head of Retail Operations, ISP Operations and HR.  Specialising in Manx Telecom for the last 9 years on developing global M2M (Machine to Machine) and IoT solutions, she was initially business development manager then gained her product management certification with responsibility for IoT product development strategy.

GRACE HOODLESS

MARKETING MANAGER

Grace joined the Digital Isle of Man team as Marketing Manager in March 2024, bringing a wealth of marketing experience from her time working for media houses, marketing agencies and communications. Having dedicated much of her career to collaborating with and supporting B2B SMEs and multi-million-pound companies, she recognises the importance of effective communication, media management and engagement with diverse stakeholders, leveraging this to unite strategic objectives.

Despite not being originally from the Isle of Man, Grace's ultimate passion lies in championing it as the premier destination for residence, employment and business endeavours.

ARIANE MONDS

MARKETING EXECUTIVE (DESIGN)

Ariane joined the Digital Isle of Man team in June 2023 with experience in creative marketing across a range of sectors. Having freelanced since the end of 2020, Ariane gained valuable skills and knowledge in social media management, photography and promotional videography, working on various high-profile assignments.

Within Digital Isle of Man, Ariane is responsible for contributing to and executing a marketing strategy to support the growth of businesses on-Island, attract new digital businesses to the Island, and establishing the Isle of Man as a centre of excellence for the digital economy.

ANNIE MACLEOD

COMMUNITIES & EVENTS MANAGER

Annie supports the Digital Isle of Man team with the organisation of both internal and externally attended events, as well as managing the Communities of Practice initiative.

With a rich background, Annie devoted fifteen years to a local marketing agency, where she excelled in event management, advising clients on strategic initiatives, managing ongoing accounts, and developing and overseeing projects to enhance reputation or help drive business growth.

Prior to that she worked in the finance sector in the UK and a five-year stint in the Far East.  This international focus included a spell organising conferences, an experience she has honed whilst developing significant annual events on the Isle of Man and Gibraltar.

Known for her meticulous attention to detail, Annie brings a methodical thoroughness to her work. Skills she is keen to leverage to foster the growth of the Digital economy on the Island.

ALEX TRUMAN

SECRETARIAT

Alex holds a BA in Information Technology and has over 25 years of experience as a personal assistant. She has worked for large local and international companies in Greece and Russia before moving to the Isle of Man. In her role, Alex provides administrative support to the CEO and the team, ensuring efficient office operations.

Alex enjoys her job within Digital Isle of Man and takes great pride in being part of the driving force that makes the Island a centre of technology, innovation, and excellence.