Meet our Leaders

Our Top Management

Artem Gonchakov

Chief Executive Officer

With 14 years of experience across insurance, banking, financial services, telecom, and media, Artem Gonchakov brings a unique blend of tech, operational, and business expertise to Simplifai. Holding an M.S. in Computer Science, he has successfully driven innovation at Deutsche Bank, Twitter/X, WorkFusion, and his own startup, Arty Finch.

Erik Leung

Co-Founder and Product Visionary

Erik Leung carries a vast experience of more than two decades in the IT industry and has developed a deep understanding of how to make complex systems work more effectively and efficiently for people. Prior to Simplifai, worked in renowned organizations such as EVRY group, Den norske dataforening, Avanade, and Geodata AS.

Niels Zijderveld

Chief Revenue Officer

Niels Zijderveld brings 20+ years of experience in software and insurance, combining innovation, client focus, and strategic insight. In the past, he has worked with leading companies such as Sollers Consulting, FRISS, Guidewire, and TIA Technology, supporting insurers across system integration, core systems, and SaaS solutions.

Imran Tamboli

Chief Technology Officer

Imran is an experienced technology expert currently serving as the CTO of Simplifai. He has a passion for utilizing cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems and drive positive business outcomes. He has a proven track record in presales, architecture, delivery, and maintenance in different domains in various countries across three continents. Prior to Simplifai, Imran worked in renowned organizations such as EVRY group and Questback.

Andreas Prøven Bogsrud

Chief Financial Officer

Andreas Prøven Bogsrud is Chief Financial Officer at Simplifai, bringing extensive experience in finance and business management. He has previously held leadership roles, including CFO and Group Controller at C-Medical, and worked in financial services consulting at EY, contributing to strategic growth and operational excellence.

Bård Myrstad

Chief Operating Officer (Interim)

With over 30 years of experience in the IT industry, Bård Myrstad is recognized for his sharp business acumen and a proven track record of driving growth & innovation in businesses. Before Simplifai, Bård worked in organizations such as Embriq AS, Accenture, and Capgemini, mainly managing the supply of various software and solutions.

Our other Leaders

Vasim Shaikh

CEO India Operations

Vasim Shaikh, a results driven leader in the field of information technology with over 20 years’ experience, currently oversees India operations at Simplifai as the CEO. Her expertise lies in system design, intricate project execution and team building. She helps client to achieve Digital Transformation and business goals with her ability to connect technology and business together.

Dr. Bikash Agrawal

Head of R&R

Dr. Bikash Agrawal is a proficient leader in the realm of AI, Machine Learning, and Big Data, currently leading the R&D team at Simplifai. His dedication to the world of pioneering technologies has been evident with over ten years of varied industry involvement. Bikash has made significant contributions to cloud computing, introducing a scalable Big Data processing framework. Prior to his role at Simplifai, he showcased his expertise as Data Scientist at DNV GL.

Our Board of Directors

Patrik Egeland

Patrik Egeland is an experienced private equity professional and investor, and has previously been a partner with Herkules Capital and Capillar Equity. He also has extensive experience as an advisor on M&A transactions in the Nordics.

Krisztina Horvath

Krisztina is Junior Partner at Idékapital, a venture and growth investor funding and supporting high-growth B2B software scale-ups with global potential. She has 15 years of experience from investments, active ownership, and operational leadership. Prior to Idékapital, she worked at Ferd Capital, the direct investment arm of one of Norway's largest family offices, held C-level roles across multiple industries, and advised on strategy and M&A at Arkwright Consulting.

Alex Rahaman

Alex Rahaman is a Partner at Idékapital based in London, with extensive experience in founding, scaling, and investing in high-growth businesses. He has founded and successfully exited multiple ventures, including StrikeAd, the first SaaS programmatic buying platform for mobile advertising, acquired by Sizmek (now part of Amazon) and Unanimis acquired by France Telecom.

Simen Heggset Woxmyhr

Simen Heggset Woxmyhr is a Partner at Mont Investor Partners in Oslo, where he leads the Private Capital investment team. With extensive experience in private capital and investment operations, he manages a diverse portfolio of venture and growth companies, ranging from Easee in the EV sector to Legentic in the BFSI industry. Simen holds several board positions across companies in various industries, contributing his expertise in strategy and value creation.

Artem Gonchakov

In addition to his role as CEO, Artem Gonchakov is also part of Simplifai's Board of Directors. With 14 years of experience across insurance, banking, financial services, telecom, and media, Artem brings a unique blend of tech, operational, and business expertise to Simplifai. Holding an M.S. in Computer Science, he has successfully driven innovation at Deutsche Bank, Twitter/X, WorkFusion, and his own startup, Arty Finch.