Collective Experience

The SAMpatee team boasts over 100 years of combined experience in technology, property, and hospitality.

LEADERSHIP

Nimesh Patel Board - Chair/CEO

Nimesh Patel is an experienced technology entrepreneur with a background in property and technology. With 30 years of experience, he has successfully raised £50 million and led two IPOs. Nimesh sold billions in homes and created a leading estate agency group in the UK before transitioning into technology. He has also served as a board member for various public and private companies in the UK, Canada, and Australia. Nimesh is the founder and CEO of Kabuni on a mission to unlock the design potential in every human being and elevate life.

Adrien Tharin - Chief Legal Officer

Adrien Tharin is an accomplished professional in the financial industry with extensive expertise in compliance, anti-money laundering, and risk management, particularly focusing on digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. He contributed to various articles and conferences on the topic of digital assets. Previously, Adrien was a partner at PwC, leading the Regulation and Digital Asset division. He has recently joined SAMpatee as the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) to build out its legal and regulatory structure.

Patrick Badenoch - Chief Investment Officer

Patrick brings over 20 years of experience in financial markets to the table. He began his career at Schroders Investment Management, where he managed credit portfolios for Pension funds. In 2007, he transitioned to Bluemountain Capital, a US credit hedge fund, where he successfully built and led an investment team managing over a billion dollars in assets. This team successfully navigated both the Great Financial Crisis of 2008 and the Eurozone crisis of 2011, constructing portfolios of different assets and financial instruments that mitigated the downside risks while delivering strong returns. Patrick has since held similar roles at Bluecrest and Millennium Capital.

Ron Davis Director Of Asset Acquisitions

Ron Davis draws on over 30 years of experience, knowledge, and commercial awareness gained within the property services sector. Prior to joining SAMpatee, Ron worked at corporate agencies such as Halifax, Haarts, and Woolwich Property Services, as well as independent property services firms. He has an extensive background in managing end-to-end property development projects and transactions, as well as consulting for clients on property improvements before going to market. Ron’s passion for property has led to several appearances on the BBC’s "Homes Under the Hammer" and public talks with the Progressive Property Network on understanding the mechanics of property development and investment.

John Stokoe Director Of Asset Management

John Stokoe is a seasoned leader with over 15 years of experience in global investment banking and Fintech’s, specialising in Service Management and the creation of innovative Fintech solutions. Throughout his career, John has consistently driven technological advancements ensuring that products are both cutting-edge and compliant with the highest standards of ethics and security in highly regulated environments. In addition to his corporate achievements, John followed a personal passion for property investment, which led to the founding of a successful property business in South Wales, where he transformed over 150 unloved houses into homes. Recognised for his commitment, John received an award for ethical property investment, highlighting a deep dedication to community-focused, socially responsible business practices.

Mark Williams Director Of Customer Risk

Mark Williams brings over 20 years of experience in law enforcement and financial crime risk management. Prior to joining SAMpatee, Mark had a distinguished career as a police officer, where he led complex investigations into fraud, money laundering, and other financially motivated crimes. After transitioning to the banking sector, he applied his expertise to develop and lead financial crime functions, ensuring the highest standards of customer protection. Mark's deep knowledge of blockchain and cryptocurrency, combined with his commitment to safeguarding the financial ecosystem, has positioned him as a trusted leader in risk management and security. His dedication to staying ahead of emerging risks makes him an essential figure in the evolving landscape of digital finance.

BOARD & ADVISORS

Paul Gardener Board Member

Paul Gardener is the CEO of the Mantis Group, a leading hotel group, Founder & Managing Director of Worldwide Experiences, and Partner & Global Master Licensee for all Bear Grylls location-based entertainment ventures. His extensive experience in business and entertainment brings valuable insights to SAMpatee. CJ Cardenas Advisor - Hospitality

CJ Cardenas is an accomplished executive with a diverse background in corporate finance, real estate, entrepreneurship, and entertainment. CJ brings extensive hospitality and finance knowledge and expertise to SAMPatee. Previously, he served as VP of Metaverse rights at Kabuni Ventures. With 18 years of business experience, CJ has focused on driving innovation to achieve outstanding results and profitable revenue growth. He holds a B.S. in Finance from Pepperdine University and a Digital Marketing Analytics qualification from the MIT Sloan School of Management.