Dean Steenkamp

Dean Steenkamp is an accomplished payments professional with extensive experience in payment strategy and operations across diverse markets, particularly within Africa and globally. Currently serving as Head of Payins - EMEA at dLocal since January 2024, Dean specializes in local payment facilitation. Prior experience includes leading payment operations at Carry1st, where strategic services were implemented in multiple African nations. Dean has also held management roles at Prodigy Finance and Global Logistics Internet SA, focusing on optimizing payment collections and compliance, as well as enhancing operational efficiency. With a strong background in payment systems, technical integration, risk management, and analytics, Dean has contributed to growing payment offerings and compliance standards throughout the career. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Commerce from Regent School of Business.