Melissa Proxenos, Vekt

Melissa Proxenos

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As a multi-award-winning and people-centered technology leader with over 19 years of experience, I bring a proven ability to scale product delivery, modernize infrastructure, and lead high-performing teams across both public and private sector software environments.

Currently serving as CTO, I drive the alignment of technology with business strategy; delivering measurable impact through innovation, compliance, and operational excellence.

With deep expertise in software development, cloud (AWS & Azure), cybersecurity, and regulatory systems, I bring a hands-on yet visionary approach to modern tech leadership. I’ve successfully led global teams and steered platforms into ten regulated markets within the iGaming industry. My technical foundation in full-stack .NET (C#, ASP.NET, Web API, SQL Server), combined with experience architecting scalable microservices and event-driven systems, underpins my ability to deliver robust, secure, and high-availability solutions used by millions.

I’ve led major transformations including ISO 27001 certification, NIST-aligned cybersecurity maturity, DevOps modernization in Azure, and the rollout of GitHub Copilot. I’m equally passionate about driving people-first leadership, OKR-aligned execution, and mentoring future leaders; particularly women in STEM.

I’m a lifelong learner and advocate for ethical technology and conservation, I bring a purpose-driven mindset to every challenge.

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