Konsentus today announced that Michael Meyer, co-founder of MiddleGame Ventures, an early-stage FinTech VC fund, has joined Mastercard and Conviction Investment Partners on the Konsentus Board following MiddleGame’s recent investment.

A visionary investor with over thirty years’ experience, Michael previously co-founded top-ranked Route 66 Ventures and has also led Imperial Capital Asset Management and managed high-growth equity portfolios for Wellington Management.

As a Konsentus Board member, Michael will be supporting Konsentus’ global expansion plans and the rollout of Konsentus’ award-winning technology products to international markets.

“The Konsentus Group has unparalleled expertise and understanding of the Open Banking and Open Finance ecosystems and the implementation of regulatory frameworks and standards,” said Michael Meyer, Managing Partner, MiddleGame Ventures. “Combined with their first-class technology platform, Konsentus is well-placed to be a global market leader and I am delighted to be supporting them on this journey.”

Mike Woods, CEO, Konsentus, commented: “Michael is internationally recognised in both the FinTech and RegTech industries having invested in over 50 start-ups. He founded RegTechLab and was the vice-chair of the International RegTech Association. His guidance, support and strategic input will be invaluable to us as we embark on the next stage of our international expansion plans.”