Ian Richardson, CEO and Founder of Nevetal, has led digital transformation in the cruise industry for over 20 years. Originally founding the company as 'theICEway', he built it into a trusted tech partner before evolving it into Nevetal, now focused on AI and advanced data solutions.

As Seatrade Global Technology Ambassador, he champions digitalisation and innovation, helping cruise businesses stay ahead in a fast-changing market.

Shelley joined Nevetal as CFO this year, bringing extensive experience across various sectors, including Just Eat, Premier Foods, Camelot, and B Corp-accredited Beryl Bikes. She has worked with companies of all sizes, helping to drive financial strategy and operational growth.

With expertise in strategic planning, efficiency, and high-growth environments, she is focused on strengthening Nevetal’s commercial performance and ensuring long-term sustainable success and growth.

With over 20 years of experience in both private and public sectors, as well as board director appointments, Dylan is a commercially astute professional with extensive expertise in developing global business strategies that drive growth in both challenging and prosperous times.

His consultative approach and ability to build high-performing teams across digital and wider stakeholder communities enable him to drive impactful and meaningful business change.

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Nick Pietrocarlo is a high-energy, high-impact leader in the cruise industry, known for driving results and inspiring teams.

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He is a dynamic and strategic executive with deep expertise in building and developing high-performing teams aligned with company goals.

Nick has a sharp eye for innovation and excels at identifying opportunities to leverage technology to enhance operational delivery, elevate customer service, and enrich the guest

experience.

Owen has been a key part of Nevetal for over 10 years, shaping strategy and enhancing customer experience.

Passionate about cruise, technology, and innovation, he drives efficiency and delivers smart solutions. He works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure sustainable growth. Originally from New Zealand and now in the UK, he enjoys traveling, exploring new technologies, staying ahead of industry trends, and spending quality time with family.

Joost van Ree, VP Commercial at Nevetal, draws on extensive cruise-industry experience from seagoing roles to senior management, co-founding Simwave, and serving at CLIA and Ocean Technologies Group.

A frequent industry speaker, he champions human-centric management and inspires stakeholders with his insight, optimism, and focus on safety, sustainability, and crew-driven success.

Bertie Trevis has 15 years’ experience in cruise and travel technology. He joined Nevetal in 2011 and has worked extensively as a consultant on strategic projects with numerous cruise lines.

Appointed General Manager of eTestware in 2017, he has led its testing arm successfully. Since 2019, as Head of Professional Services, he has overseen team growth and profitability while bringing industry expertise to sales and account management.

Building upon decades of leadership in program and product management, sales, and consulting, Jason turned his passion for cruise and travel into his professional focus in 2014. Prioritizing the end-user experience and the guest journey, he brings thoughtful insight and personal experience to every project, remaining dedicated to his clients' success.
 
Jason enjoys traveling the world and enjoys all things tech, experimental cooking, music, literature, and the arts.