The foundry is the place where you create and fix things. Payments Foundry brings together a unique team of internationally experienced professionals who have worked in strategic and line roles in financial service, banks and payment technology businesses.
We understand the nature of payments and when it needs to be improved or changed – this is how we assist our clients. Businesses that face payment challenges or, are considering working on new opportunities can really benefit from working with a partner who understands the issues, and can clearly communicate. This can greatly assist in getting things done better and more efficiently.
The Payments Foundry team work our clients on an assignment or project basis to be align with the business priorities, and timelines.
Our Team
Payments Foundry CEO and Co-Founder – Accountant with over 25 years of wide ranging fintech experience in capital markets and investor communications. John held many roles with Broadridge, including regional strategy head. John is across a wide array of financial services technologies including: proxy voting, payments, investor communication and developments in blockchain technology. John is also the co-founder for the Emerging Payments Association Asia and Founder of PayEd – Education in Payments.
Jan McGrath’s extensive experience in financial services, particularly in global payment systems and leading EMV implementations for Mastercard, positions her as an asset in shaping the future of the payments industry. Her strategic vision, coupled with practical execution experience, enables her to contribute significantly to building a resilient and customer-centric financial ecosystem. With her background in major financial (ANZ & HSBC Hong Kong) and fintech organisations (Novatti, Black Book), she is well-equipped to lead, mentor and advise in the ever-evolving landscape of digital payments. Jan’s journey reflects a blend of practical expertise, academic knowledge, and a relentless pursuit of innovation. Her impact spans continents, and her ability to adapt to change positions her as a true industry leader.
Craig’s extensive experience in the financial sector is marked by his significant contributions to technology and business delivery. His expertise in launching Visa’s payWave (Aus, Singapore) and developing Bpay, along with his pivotal role in EMV chip card rollouts across Asia, showcases his ability to lead strategic technology initiatives. Craig’s commitment to growth, problem-solving, and team building, underpinned by his strong business and financial acumen, makes him a key figure in driving innovation and excellence in the payments industry.
Mahesh is a seasoned Transaction Banking and Payments professional with over 25 years of experience across Singapore and India. He has held leadership roles at leading financial institutions including Standard Chartered Bank, HSBC, HDFC Bank, and Citi, across Product Management, Product Development, Digital Channels, Sales, Client Implementation, and Operations. At Standard Chartered, he served as Global Product Lead for E-Commerce and Mobile Money, helping shape and drive the bank’s global strategy. As a founding member of the team, he led the design, development, and commercialisation of innovative payment solutions for Corporate, Commercial, and Institutional Banking (CCIB) clients. Mahesh has worked closely with a wide range of partners—including fintechs, mobile wallet providers, PSPs, acquirers, and value transfer networks—to deliver scalable, client-centric offerings. His role also involved strong governance and oversight across risk and regulatory matters.
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