At ConnectPay, we are strengthening our governance structure in line with best practice by introducing a Supervisory Board and updating our Management Board structure.
At its core, this move is about clarity. Under this model, the Management Board focuses on running the business and executing strategy, while the newly established Supervisory Board provides independent oversight, guidance, and a broader long-term perspective. This two-tier model is widely used across regulated financial institutions, helping ensure stronger accountability, clearer responsibilities, and more balanced decision-making.
As ConnectPay continues to scale, this shift reflects how we are evolving as a company. It strengthens our ability to make well-informed decisions, manage risk effectively, and build for long-term sustainability.
“Strong governance is a necessary foundation for any regulated fintech. By introducing a Supervisory Board and strengthening our Board, we are ensuring the right balance between execution and oversight, which supports better decision-making and long-term stability,” says Marius Galdikas, CEO & owner of ConnectPay.
Introducing the Supervisory Board
The newly formed Supervisory Board brings together experienced, independent professionals who will support ConnectPay across strategy, risk management, and governance.
Lijana Štarienė – Chair of the Supervisory Board
With over 15 years of experience in banking and fintech, Lijana is a PhD-qualified attorney-at-law and regulatory compliance and risk expert, specializing in financial regulation, AML/CFT, and corporate governance. As Chair of ConnectPay’s Supervisory Board, she brings extensive leadership and oversight experience, supporting strategic decision-making, strengthening governance, and ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations.
Renata Šumskaitė – Supervisory Board member
Renata is a senior executive leader with over 25 years of leadership experience, including CEO and board-level roles in fintech and technology. As a member of ConnectPay’s Supervisory Board, she contributes to strategic direction, governance, and organizational development. She has completed BMI Corporate Governance and Board Member training, strengthening her effectiveness in board-level decision-making and oversight.
Alexandre Pinot – Supervisory Board member
Alexandre is a fintech and anti-financial crime expert with 15+ years of experience in risk management and AML/CFT across the financial services industry, and a co-founder of AMLYZE. As a member of ConnectPay’s Supervisory Board, he brings deep expertise in compliance, risk, and governance, navigating complex regulatory environments and turning compliance into a competitive advantage.
Strengthening the Management Board
At the same time, ConnectPay’s Board continues to evolve, with leaders from outside and within the organisation contributing deep knowledge of the business and ensuring continuity in execution.
Lina Burdenkova – Chair of the Management Board | Chief People & Governance Officer
Lina is Chief People and Governance Officer at ConnectPay with 15+ years of experience in organizational development, leadership, and people management. She focuses on building strong company culture, aligning teams with business strategy, and establishing effective governance structures as the company scales. Lina brings a structured, people-first approach shaped by both corporate and academic experience.
Ina Lukošienė – Management Board member | Chief Financial Officer
Ina is an experienced Chief Financial Officer with extensive experience in auditing and consulting across diverse industries. With a strong foundation in financial governance and organizational performance, Ina can view the company from a high-level, enterprise-wide perspective while staying sharply focused on the details that ensure accuracy, compliance, and long-term value.
Rokas Masiulis – Management Board member
Rokas is a senior executive with over 20 years of leadership experience in regulated industries, banking. He has held top-level roles, including Minister of Energy and Minister of Transport and Communications, overseeing large-scale reforms, state-owned enterprises, and strategic infrastructure projects. As a member of the Management Board at ConnectPay, Rokas brings deep expertise in governance, operational efficiency, and long-term strategic development, supporting the company’s growth in a regulated financial environment.
This is more than a structural update. It reflects how we approach growth and responsibility. We’re glad to have such strong experience joining and supporting the team, and we look forward to building ConnectPay together!
