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LYLE WRAXALL
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
Lyle is the Chief Executive of Digital Isle of Man. He is a highly experienced management and technology consultant who has worked across the whole digital and fintech space. Most recently he was Head of the New York office for Pcubed – a significant international management consultancy practice with offices around the world.
Lyle has worked extensively with large private sector and public sector clients in London and America including RBS, Deutsche Bank, IMF, US Federal Reserve and UK Cabinet Office.
ABBY KIMBER
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Abby joined Digital Isle of Man in April 2019 and has over 14 years’ experience working with the eGaming, technology, and professional services sectors in the Isle of Man and Gibraltar.
As Director of Operations at Digital Isle of Man, Abby Kimber leads the agency’s strategic and operational delivery, ensuring initiatives are executed seamlessly to support the Island’s dynamic digital economy. With a career spanning both public and private sectors, she has an established track record in corporate governance, financial oversight, stakeholder engagement, and policy implementation.
Abby is recognised for driving operational excellence, optimising processes, and fostering innovation. She oversees governance frameworks, risk management, budget planning, and procurement, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while maximising efficiency.
RICHARD OLIPHANT
DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE & TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Richard joined Department for Enterpise in the December of 2018 with responsibility for the development and implementation of a National Telecommunications Strategy.
Richard has over 20 years’ experience in telecommunications and networks as both an engineer and programme manager. This included responsibility for infrastructure support and customer service in the Governments Technology Services Division and a number of years as Head of Technology and Licensing for the Island's telecoms regulator the Communications Commission.
NATHAN LUNT
HEAD OF STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
Nathan relocated to the Island in 2014. Whilst visiting relatives, he developed a fondness for the Isle of Man and later seized the opportunity to call the Island 'home'.
He joined Digital Isle of Man in 2021 as part of the Strategic Partnerships team. Prior to this he spent several years working within the Telecommunications industry where he gained experience delivering outstanding service, developing robust relationships, influencing change and leading a team.
Nathan is focussed on partnering with digital businesses to facilitate their growth on the Isle of Man, as well as attracting new business to the Island.
BETHAN DAVIES
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER
Bethan joined the Digital Isle of Man team in April 2023 bringing a wealth of relationship management experience from the e-gaming sector. Having worked for some of the islands most prestigious gaming companies within the past 10 years, she has gained experience in commercial development, building strong relationships and delivering high tier service to operators worldwide.
Bethan’s focus is working with local businesses within the digital sector in order to help them maximise their potential here on the island; both facilitating the growth of existing business, and supporting the relocation of new business to the Isle of Man. Bethan enjoys meeting the people behind the businesses, exploring hidden opportunities, and being part of the continuous development of the island’s digital ecosystem.
NICK PRESKEY
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER
Nick is a qualified financial services professional with over 30 years’ experience in international financial matters. Prior to joining Government, Nick served as Chief Executive Officer of a regulated trust service provider.
Since joining Government, Nick has worked with high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and C-suite professionals across a range of business sectors, helping them understand how the Island’s proposition can benefit both themselves and their businesses.
He joined the Digital team in June 2024, bringing together his extensive experience to support the FinTech sector and the wider digital economy.
Nick is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers.
ADAM HUDGEON
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER
Adam joined Digital Isle of Man in June 2025, bringing a diverse background in community engagement, business development and client relationship management.
He previously founded Reach IOM, a charity focused on supporting young people’s physical and mental wellbeing, which gained significant recognition across the Island. Following its merger with Isle Listen, Adam continued his work in the third sector before transitioning into the business world.
He went on to develop his commercial experience at Yellowstone Accounts, working with a broad range of clients as a Business Development and Relationship Manager. Adam enjoys working with local and international businesses and is passionate about supporting the continued growth of the Island’s digital sector.
AGNIESZKA ABLAZEJ-STRANDSKOV
BUSINESS ANALYST
Agnieszka is a seasoned Business Analyst with a background in law who brings over a decade of experience translating complex business and regulatory questions into data-driven, legally sound decisions. Leveraging a unique blend of analytical, operational, and legal expertise, she uncovers root causes, defines actionable requirements, and partners with cross-functional stakeholders to drive change that sticks. Agnieszka combines quantitative rigor with legal insight to streamline processes, mitigate risk, and support informed decisions.
BEN WILSON-WHITE
OPERATIONS & DELIVERY MANAGER
Ben joined Digital Isle of Man in April 2023, and brings over 10 years’ experience in supporting businesses as they grow from small to medium-sized enterprises across a variety of sectors including retail and technology. He excels in designing and implementing new management and team structures, as well as evolving workflows and processes to enhance efficiency.
Ben brings a proven record of cultivating and maintaining productive relationships, working in collaboration with stakeholders and clients to achieve our shared ambitions. He is focused on supporting local businesses to grow and thrive on-Island and continuously improving the operational capabilities of the Digital Team to ensure we deliver the best possible support and strategic input to the development of the Digital sector.
ANDREW HONOUR
DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE & TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Andrew joined Digital Isle of Man in January 2020 after a career spanning almost 30 years with Manx Telecom where he held various management positions, most recently Head of B2B Sales. Andrew is working in the Digital Infrastructure & Telecommunications team, assisting with the development of the Telecoms strategy and the implementation of the National Broadband Plan.
SARAH ENNETT
DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE & TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Sarah joined Digital Isle of Man in September 2020 to manage the Isle of Man Government Accelerator Programme for IoT (Internet of Things), the initial aims of which are to promote the use of IoT for the social and economic development of the Island.
She has worked in telecommunications for over 23 years in several key business areas; Product Management, Business Development, Head of Retail Operations, ISP Operations and HR. Specialising in Manx Telecom for the last 9 years on developing global M2M (Machine to Machine) and IoT solutions, she was initially business development manager then gained her product management certification with responsibility for IoT product development strategy.
GRACE HOODLESS
MARKETING MANAGER*
Grace joined the Digital Isle of Man team as Marketing Manager in March 2024, bringing a wealth of marketing experience from her time working for media houses, marketing agencies and communications. Having dedicated much of her career to collaborating with and supporting B2B SMEs and multi-million-pound companies, she recognises the importance of effective communication, media management and engagement with diverse stakeholders, leveraging this to unite strategic objectives.
Despite not being originally from the Isle of Man, Grace's ultimate passion lies in championing it as the premier destination for residence, employment and business endeavours.
*Grace is on maternity leave until September 2026.
ARIANE MONDS
MARKETING EXECUTIVE (DESIGN)
Ariane joined the Digital Isle of Man team in June 2023 with experience in creative marketing across a range of sectors. Having freelanced since the end of 2020, Ariane gained valuable skills and knowledge in social media management, photography and promotional videography, working on various high-profile assignments.
Within Digital Isle of Man, Ariane is responsible for contributing to and executing a marketing strategy to support the growth of businesses on-Island, attract new digital businesses to the Island, and establishing the Isle of Man as a centre of excellence for the digital economy.
TAMIKA DU PLESSIS
MARKETING EXECUTIVE
Tamika joined the Digital Isle of Man team in April 2025 after relocating from South Africa. With a career rooted in marketing, she brings a strong background in content creation and strategic storytelling, having worked with a variety of international B2B companies across different sectors.
At Digital Isle of Man, Tamika leads on content strategy and development, working closely with digital stakeholders to ensure the Island’s digital achievements are represented, celebrated and shared. She is passionate about showcasing the innovative work happening within the local digital economy and fostering meaningful connections that support its continued growth.
ALEX TRUMAN
SECRETARIAT
Alex holds a BA in Information Technology and has over 25 years of experience as a personal assistant. She has worked for large local and international companies in Greece and Russia before moving to the Isle of Man. In her role, Alex provides administrative support to the CEO and the team, ensuring efficient office operations.
Alex enjoys her job within Digital Isle of Man and takes great pride in being part of the driving force that makes the Island a centre of technology, innovation, and excellence.
