Build for The People
Every feature we build starts with your needs, from individuals to global merchants.
At VaultsPay, our story is one of innovation, dedication, and client-centric solutions. Founded with a vision to revolutionise the way we handle Payments.

VaultsPay is the brainchild of experts that have looked to improve your customer experience through an omnichannel approach to payments. Our team includes specialists from the IT, Customer Support, Compliance and Relationship Management sectors.
To be the globally preferred payment solution provider
Our Mission is continuous innovation of the payment ecosystem aiming for world class functionality, with the safest and most flawless customer experience
With the latest security features and highest international standards.
Develop payment products suitable for customers and businesses.
Become a stakeholder and enabler in the success of our partners.
Ensure a seamless journey for every customer.
Every feature we build starts with your needs, from individuals to global merchants.
We believe trust is earned. We are transparent about fees and global compliance.
Innovation is our core engine, from QR payments to plug-and-play APIs.
Small, meaningful progress adds up to transformational results.
Our diverse team is driven by a shared passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence.

Chairman
Ali Almheiri has 22+ years of government sector experience, specializing in leadership and strategic planning. He has a strong background in the stock and real estate markets, focusing on investment and analysis. As an entrepreneur, he leverages his expertise to drive growth across sectors.

Board Member
Saleh Hassan Abdullah Al-Afaleq is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in business. He holds an M.A. in Human Resource Development and a B.A in Management Information Systems. He was a member of the Consultative Assembly of Saudi Arabia and Chairman of the Al-Ahsa Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

Founder & Board Member
Founder and Board Member of Vaults Pay, chairing its Executive Committee, and a Board Member of IO Health. With 35+ years in banking and investment, he has led growth and innovation, including as CEO of Noor Capital and senior roles at Commercial Bank of Dubai. He holds an MBA in Finance (UK) and a Bachelor’s in Banking and Finance (Jordan)

CEO
Sailesh Malhotra is a senior payments executive with over 2 decades of experience across APAC and MENA, delivering digital growth, decisive market share gains, and tier-1 bank partnerships. He is a proven GCC C-suite leader scaling disciplined, high-performance teams with strong governance.
Built on diversity and collaboration, our team is fueled by innovation and focused on delivering exceptional results.

CTO
Experienced Product & Project Specialist with 25+ years in banking, payments, and regulated fintech. Skilled in translating business goals into product roadmaps and delivery programmes, with expertise in digital banking, regulatory change, and cross-functional collaboration across business, technology, operations teams

CFO
7+ years of experience across fintech, merchant acquiring, and payment processing. Currently serving as Financial Controller at VaultsPay, overseeing financial reporting, settlement oversight, liquidity management, and regulatory compliance within the acquiring ecosystem. Experienced in working with banks, payment schemes, and merchant platforms.

Head of Strategy & Analytics
20+ years experience across Digital Payments, Cards, Merchant Acquiring, Issuing, delivering scalable platforms, profitable growth, and strategic partnerships across global markets. Extensive experience in Product Management, Business Development, and Strategic Alliance Management.

Head of Compliance
25+ years of experience at the intersection of Banking, Electronic Payments, E-commerce, Digital Transformation, and Compliance Governance. Strong record of managing multidisciplinary teams, engaging regulators, and embedding robust compliance and risk frameworks within complex, fast-moving fintech and payments environments across Africa and the Middle East.
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