When we put our team together, we made it a point to choose people who came from diverse disciplines and who possessed different skills. This makes our team truly complementary and enables us to challenge conventionality and to find disruptive solutions.
Our people reflect our unwavering willingness to diversify and evolve. They bring broad expertise from academia, marketing, strategy consulting, telecoms, fintech, product development, security, logistics and many other sectors. Together we are able to analyse the bigger picture and present solid perspectives.
We are excited to be able to bring together a team that delivers so much professional experience. To our mind, experience is not counted in years, but its counted in ideas generated, projects delivered and challenges overcome. With that metre in mind – we know this is a group that can contribute and really deliver value.
Keith joined 1923 Investments, Hili Ventures’ investments’ arm, in 2020 and is responsible for the company’s success in achieving its commercial and investment objectives. He also manages shareholder relations and supports senior executives of the subsidiaries across the 1923 Investments group. Keith joined the company from Oceanwood Capital Management of London where he was Portfolio Manager – European Event Driven Fund since 2014. He was a Partner at Dalton Strategic Partnership, Vice-President, European Debt Restructuring at Blackstone Advisory Partners, part of the Blackstone Group, and a senior analyst within the Investment Banking Division at Credit Suisse in London. He holds a Master’s in Corporate Finance from SDA Bocconi Business School and is ACCA-qualified. Keith is also a member of the board of various Hili Ventures’ subsidiaries.
Melo has led Hili Ventures since its inception in 2013, having joined the family business in 1988. He started out at Motherwell Bridge, then a joint venture with Motherwell Bridge Group of Scotland, where he served as a managing director for twenty years. Melo was named Developmental Licencee for McDonald’s in Malta in 2005 and went on to expand the business across Europe, obtaining licenses for Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania in 2007, Greece in 2011 and Romania in 2016. Under his stewardship, the Group has diversified into new sectors through investments in real estate, technology, and hospitality businesses. Hili Ventures is the parent company of 1923 Investments Limited, its investment arm, which in turn is the majority shareholder of Harvest Technology plc.
Peter serves as a board member of Harvest Technology plc, a subsidiary of 1923 Investments Limited – the investment arm of Hili Ventures. He is also Chief Commercial Officer at Hili Ventures’ Food Service (McDonald’s) subsidiary. Peter joined the group in 2016 after graduating with an Honours degree in International Relations from the University of Malta.
His early career included a role as Policy Officer at the Embassy of Malta in Washington DC, followed by a management trainee position at Hili Ventures. After a placement with McDonald’s in Ottawa in 2017, he returned to Malta and was appointed Restaurant Manager at McDonald’s Bay Street in St Julian’s, the following year. He became a Business Consultant for Premier Restaurants Malta in 2019 and was named Managing Director in 2020. He was later appointed Chief Operating Officer at Premier Capital in 2022, and then Chief Commercial Officer in 2023.
Stephen sits on the board of Harvest Technology plc. He spent 30 years at Deloitte Malta, becoming Partner in 2000 and holding several senior leadership roles, including Head of Audit, Financial Services Industry Leader, and Head of Risk and Regulatory Advisory. He led a wide range of audit and non-audit assignments for clients across multiple industries.
In addition to his client work, he served as a council member of the Malta Institute of Accountants and lectured in Auditing for several years.
Jacqueline has served on the boards of Harvest Technology plc. She brings extensive experience in healthcare, finance, and strategic leadership across public and private sectors. She has held executive roles at AX Holdings, the Ministry for Health, and Hilltop Gardens, among others. She has also served on several boards, including Malta International Airport and the Foundation for Medical Services.
A Certified Public Accountant, Jacqueline holds a Bachelors (Hons) in Accountancy from the University of Malta and an MBA from Heriot-Watt University’s Edinburgh Business School. She is also a fellow member of the Malta Institute of Accountants.
Yasmine was appointed Director of People and Privacy at Hili Ventures in 2025, overseeing the group’s HR and privacy functions. She is responsible for shaping people strategies, driving initiatives to upskill teams, and ensuring privacy governance aligns with business objectives. Yasmine first joined the group in 2019 as Data Protection Officer for the Malta operations and was promoted to Head of Privacy in 2023. Hili Ventures is the parent company of 1923 Investments Limited, its investment arm, which in turn is the majority shareholder of Harvest Technology plc.
She holds a Doctor of Laws from the University of Malta and is a member of both the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) and the International Technology Law Association (ITECHLAW). Prior to joining Hili Ventures, she worked as an Associate at GVZH Advocates in Malta.
Dorian began his career with Hili family business in 1997 as an accounts clerk. He went on to serve as Management Accountant and later Financial Controller for the group’s IT division and MB Services. In 2009, he joined Premier Restaurants Malta as Finance Manager and was later appointed General Manager for Malta, overseeing the McDonald’s operation of nine restaurants.
In 2014, Dorian became Chief Financial Officer for the Premier Capital plc, before returning to Hili Ventures in 2021 to take on the same role. Hili Ventures is the parent company of 1923 Investments Limited, its investment arm, which in turn is the majority shareholder of Harvest Technology plc. Dorian holds a CPA warrant and is a fellow of both the Malta Institute of Accountants and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
George was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Harvest Technology plc in 2025. He also serves as Managing Director of Hili Properties plc, the real estate division of Hili Ventures, and also leads Apco Systems Limited a Harvest Technology company, as Managing Director.
His experience spans international management, having held senior leadership roles at Intralot Group and Maltco Lotteries, serving as Chief Operating Officer and board member. George holds a BSc and MEng in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and an MBA in Engineering Economic Systems from the National Technical University of Athens.
Neacail was appointed Chief Financial Officer at 1923 Investments in 2024. He oversees the group’s finance function, monitors the performance of its subsidiaries, and manages the consolidation of financial statements in line with statutory and corporate requirements. He also plays a key role in project analysis, cash flow management, and capital planning.
Neacail joined the group in 2016 as a Finance Executive at Hili Logistics and was promoted to Finance Manager in 2017. Since then, he has held various senior finance roles across the group, including Integration Management Officer for iSpot and Cortland in 2023, where he led the merger process and relocated to Poland to support its execution. Prior to joining the group, Neacail worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers within the Tax Department. He holds a Master’s in Accountancy from the University of Malta.
Mikaela holds the position of Director of Human Resources for Harvest Technology plc and its various subsidiaries. She returned to the company in 2022, having originally joined the group in 2019 as HR Coordinator. With a background in HR leadership, she brings a people-focused approach to talent development and organisational culture.
Mikaela has pursued professional training in various HR disciplines, including Human Resources Management, Effective Leadership, Performance Management, Employment Law, Occupational Psychology as well as Coaching and Mentoring.
Denise joined 1923 Investments as Data Protection Officer in 2023, advising companies across the group on privacy matters and driving GDPR compliance. She leads audits for new acquisitions and projects, identifies gaps, and oversees improvements to strengthen regulatory alignment.
In 2024, she was also appointed Data Protection Officer for Harvest Technology plc, ensuring privacy and security are embedded in operations and that teams stay current with data protection training. Denise brings over 10 years of experience in the field and previously held the Data Protection Officer role at BNF Bank, where she also established a regulatory compliance team.
Lorn was appointed Managing Director of PTL Ltd in 2024. Here, he leads the company’s operations, drives business growth, and oversees the expansion into new markets and segments. He also heads the development of PTL’s proprietary software and manages the leadership team to ensure strategic and operational alignment.
Lorn joined PTL’s parent company, 1923 Investments, in 2021 as Director of IT. He previously served as Site IT Manager at De La Rue Currency and Security Print Limited. He holds an MSc in Business Information Systems Management and brings deep expertise in project management, business intelligence, and IT strategy.
George was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Harvest Technology plc in 2025. He also serves as Managing Director of Hili Properties plc, the real estate division of Hili Ventures, and also leads Apco Systems Limited a Harvest Technology company, as Managing Director.
His experience spans international management, having held senior leadership roles at Intralot Group and Maltco Lotteries, serving as Chief Operating Officer and board member. George holds a BSc and MEng in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and an MBA in Engineering Economic Systems from the National Technical University of Athens.
Chris is Managing Director at Apco Limited, overseeing operations and leading the company’s growth strategy. He is focused on expanding into new markets, strengthening Apco’s technology offering, and ensuring operational effectiveness across the business.
Chris joined Harvest Technology subsidiary PTL Ltd in 2018 as Head of Sales and was later appointed Chief Commercial Officer. During his time at PTL, he played a key role in aligning commercial strategy with long-term business goals, enhancing customer engagement, and building strong partner networks. His background spans business development, product strategy, and commercial leadership.