Roy C. Vella

Roy C. Vella is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in technology, finance, and digital industries. Currently serving as CEO of Next CoLabs, Vella leads initiatives to amplify human potential through technology. As Managing Director and Founder of Vella Ventures Ltd. since 2010, Vella provides strategic consultancy to global digital leaders, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and fintech. Additional roles include Chairperson at Rita Personal Data and Strategic Advisor at Planet Positive Ventures. Vella's past positions include key leadership roles at Hive, Royal Bank of Scotland, and PayPal Europe. Vella holds an MBA from Stanford University and a JD from Stanford Law School, among other academic credentials.