
FORMER REGULATORS. INDUSTRY VETERANS. EXPERTS.
Lee Hills
Chief Executive Officer
Lee is an Isle of Man GSC approved director with nearly 2 decades experience in the egaming sector. Lee is a Non-Executive Board Member of Digital Isle of Man. Highlights of Lee’s career include obtaining the world’s first blockchain gambling licence and guiding SolutionsHub to winning two EGR B2B Awards.
Steven Welsh
Director of Gaming Services
Steven has spent almost two decades in financial services, focusing on egaming and blockchain businesses. He has assisted some of the industry's biggest names with licensing, operations, public listings, and successful exits. A GSC-approved Director and Operations Manager, Steven leads the delivery of SolutionsHub’s award-winning service suite.
Robert Penfold
Head of Internal Audit
Former Director of Internal Audit & Risk at Playtech plc, Robert brings with him more than two decades of high-level experience in governance, risk, audit, and compliance across global gaming and financial services organisations. member of Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors and Certified ISO 27001 ISMS Internal Auditor.
Frank Douthwaite
Director of Governance
Frank is a governance expert and qualified Trust & Estate Practitioner. Frank previously managed a broad portfolio of licenced and unlicensed gaming companies, serving as GSC approved Director & Operations Manager. Frank holds FSA notified controlled functions and is a GSC approved director and operations manager.
Hayley Ashton
Compliance Manager
Hayley Ashton is a Compliance Manager specialising in AML/CFT, governance and risk management. With experience in eGaming, banking, and corporate services, and holding ICA Diplomas in both AML and GRC, she supports licence holders in building robust compliance frameworks.
Nick Wright
Chief Operating Officer
Nick is a former Gambling Inspector and qualified Data Protection Practitioner. Nick obtained the Isle of Man’s first decentralised sportsbook licence and has assisted businesses in every betting vertical. Nick has secured licences in many jurisdictions including the Isle of Man, UK, Tobique, Anjouan, Curaçao, and Kahnawake.
Nick Bowden
Head of Regulatory Affairs
Nick is a former Gambling Inspector with deep expertise in regulatory interpretation and policy application. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of legislation and the regulator’s perspective, Nick plays a key role across the business, troubleshooting complex issues and guiding clients in striking the right balance between innovation and compliance.
James O'Kelly
Head of Corporate Development
James leads high-impact strategic initiatives that drive business growth, market expansion, and service innovation, working closely with the Board of Directors. He identifies and cultivates key partnerships while spearheading the development of innovative product lines aligned with the company’s long-term vision.
Matthew Jones
Corporate Governance Manager
Matt is the former compliance support for an African focused B2C and brings 10 years experience in corporate administration and governance. Matthew collaborates closely with boards and compliance teams to maintain high standards of corporate governance and transparency.
Emma Shilling
Head of Compliance
Emma is a gambling compliance expert and qualified Data Protection Practitioner. Emma joined SolutionsHub from esports-betting operator Unikrn, where she was Senior Compliance Officer and DMLRO until its successful sale to Entain. Emma provides compliance training and support to the c-suite and operational teams.
Zita O'Kelly-Hills
Head of Operations
A former legal professional, Zita oversees and enhances daily business operations while collaborating closely with the Board to drive key strategic initiatives. She plays a pivotal role in implementing operational best practices, adopting innovative new technologies, and ensuring alignment with the group’s long-term vision and objectives.
Chantelle Turton
Regulatory Compliance Manager
Chantelle is an experienced regulatory compliance professional with a background in gambling supervision and risk management. Chantelle previously served as an Inspector at the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission, where she played a key role in overseeing and enforcing gambling regulations.












