Management Team

Simon is passionate about using data to create value for his customers. Since joining illion in 2016 Simon has doubled revenue, trebled EBITDA, completed 7 acquisitions and led Credit Simple, illion’s digital marketplace, to over 1.6m customers. Simon has worked in Australia and Europe in finance and commercial roles for over 20 years specialising in data, infrastructure and telecommunications.

Paul originally joined Dun and Bradstreet in 2016 to head up the Consumer and Commercial bureau in Australia and New Zealand. Paul has more than 30 years of experience in the telecommunications, media and data industry holding a variety of executive roles.

Prior to this role, Paul worked for another Australian data business where he headed their New Markets and Commercial Bureau businesses. In this role, Paul was responsible for the provision of data and analytics to collections businesses.

Kevin has been a part of the illion team since 2015 in both Bureau Services and sales management. He brings more than 20 years’ experience in commercial and retail banking, as well as associated financial services, across Australia, South Africa and New Zealand. His expertise encompasses credit, risk, product, marketing, sales and distribution functions.

Stuart thrives in fast paced, dynamic environments where the importance of the customer journey is paramount. Passionate about delivering outcomes for clients across the collections lifecycle, Stuart understands the value of clear analytical insights, propensity modelling and frictionless digital and payment experiences. Stuart’s background in Finance and Receivables Management, rounded out with executive roles in Technology and General Management, enables him to facilitate the successful application of data insights and technology.

Karishma is a versatile and solutions-oriented senior HR professional with a hands-on approach to partnering and collaboration across the illion group. Having held a number of different HR roles within the business since 2012, Karishma’s experience is based strongly around people analytics, partnering with senior management and leading organisational change initiatives.

Nick has held a number of data intensive roles at illion during his 10 years with the organization. In his current capacity he heads a passionate and savvy team of data scientists and analysts which form the Data, Analytics & Insights function at illion.

Kellie is a corporate and commercial lawyer with over 15 years’ experience advising across the technology, financial services, telecoms and entertainment sectors. Kellie provides strategic legal and compliance advice to the illion group, having practiced in New York and London she brings an international perspective. She is admitted to practice in Australia, New York and England & Wales.