Board of Directors
Oleg Zajac
Chief Executive Officer / Chief Compliance Officer
Oleg Zajc is a seasoned compliance and regulatory expert with over 16 years of international experience in the financial sector, specializing in crypto AML and compliance. He has held senior roles in leading financial institutions and Big Four consulting firms, with a strong focus on the cryptocurrency and fintech industries across Europe.
As Managing Partner at ZJC Consult, Oleg was providing strategic advisory services to financial institutions, crypto-asset service providers, and regulatory bodies. He was leading complex regulatory projects, supporting CASP licensing processes, and helping clients align with evolving EU frameworks such as MiCA and DORA. His deep practical expertise, combined with an in-depth understanding of European AML legislation, enables him to bridge regulatory requirements with business realities—ensuring both compliance and operational efficiency.
Dmytro Nikandrov
Chief Technology Officer
With two decades of experience in the software development industry, Dmytro has progressed from a junior engineer to a Chief Technology Officer.
He is a natural leader and dedicated computer enthusiast with a proven track record of managing cross-functional teams across different companies, cultures, and time zones. At BlockWave, Dmytro's current goals include the strategic development and technical leadership of payment system and blockchain projects, evolving the tokenization platform, and strengthening relationships with potential tech partners in Europe.
Before joining BlockWave, Dmytro worked at leading electronics and software companies, including Samsung, DataArt, VEON, VeryGoodSecurity, and GlobalLogic. He also founded his own software outsourcing business, Letiko. Letiko successfully delivered various software platforms to leading international customers.
Gennadiy Doroshenko
Chief Financial Officer
With over 16 years of experience in banking, asset management, and investment operations, Gennadiy Doroshenko is a highly skilled finance professional with a strong track record in the EU. His expertise spans corporate finance, securities trading, financial planning, and regulatory compliance.
Gennadiy has successfully led cross-functional teams and delivered strategic financial solutions, focusing on budgeting, asset optimization, funding structures, and risk management. Known for his analytical mindset and leadership, Gennadiy aligns financial strategies with business goals while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
Gennadiy holds multiple certifications, including a Securities Trading License (NSSMC), Depository Activity License, Chief Accountant Certificate, and an Asset Management License for pension and investment funds.
Supervisory Board
Nicholas Tymoshchuk
Chairman of Supervisory Board
Nicholas Tymoshchuk is an accomplished international business leader with over 20 years of experience across a wide range of industries and regions, including Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, and Asia. With deep expertise in business development, public affairs, and M&As, he has also been actively involved in sectors such as real estate, energy, and online entertainment.
As Chairman of the Supervisory Board at BlockWave, Nicholas brings strategic oversight and global perspective to the company’s governance. He leads the Supervisory Board and plays a critical role in monitoring and guiding the performance of the Board of Directors, ensuring responsible leadership and strong growth.
Vazil Hudak
Member of Supervisory Board
Vazil has held a number of high-profile positions across government, international finance, and diplomacy. Most recently, he served as an advisor to the Government of the Czech Republic on the establishment of the National Development Fund. His distinguished career includes roles such as Vice-President of the European Investment Bank and Chief Negotiator for the EU Budget during Slovakia’s EU Presidency in 2016.
Vazil has also served as Minister of Economy and Deputy Minister of Finance of the Slovak Republic, as well as Vice-President of ECOFIN. In the non-government sector, he was Industry Head for the Public Sector in Central and Eastern Europe at J.P. Morgan Chase (2010–2012), and held Vice-President roles at both Citigroup and the EastWest Institute.
Kostiantyn Kostenko
Member of Supervisory Board
Kostiantyn is a highly experienced manager of the legal department with 20 years of experience in corporate governance, M&A deals in real estate, construction, oil & gas and in energy sectors, venture investments management.
He has personal experience as a UBO of a regulated entity involved in securities market and holds professional certificates of securities broker and custodian.
As a member of the Supervisory Board contributes to policy, rules and methodology development and their implementation as well as ensures continuous compliance of the Company with complex regulatory requirements
AML
Alexander Kult
Money Laundering Reporting Officer
Alexander Kult is a highly experienced legal and compliance professional with more than 15 years of expertise in the financial services sector, covering insurance, banking, fintech, and crypto. His career spans leadership roles in multinational corporations, financial institutions, and academia, with a strong focus on EU regulatory frameworks including MiCA, DORA, GDPR, Solvency II, and AML directives.
As Corporate Compliance Manager at Allwyn, Alexander led compliance activities across several European jurisdictions, contributing to the company’s NYSE listing preparations and implementing responsible gaming standards. Prior to that, he served as Head of Compliance for MetLife in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, where he managed regulatory compliance, data protection, and anti-corruption programs. His earlier experience includes building legal and compliance frameworks at the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), as well as working with consumer protection and AML at ESSOX (Societe Generale Group).
Alexander is also actively engaged in academia as an Assistant Professor at the Czech Technical University in Prague, where he lectures on financial law and innovation. His legal background is further supported by a Ph.D. in Financial Law from Charles University and a PhDr. in Compliance Management from Comenius University. He combines deep legal insight with hands-on implementation of complex regulatory frameworks, offering a rare blend of strategic thinking and operational execution.
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