OUR VALUES

James and Gabriel built SmartHold with 5 fundamental principles

Every transaction fee and process is visible to all parties; there are no hidden costs when paying with SmartHold.
We always stay independent. And funds are only released when agreed milestones are met, protecting both parties in a transaction.
The security of escrow-based transactions shouldn't be reserved for big corporations and governments. Our platform makes it easy and affordable for everyone to transact with confidence.
Every payment is protected in our dedicated client account, with the best standards upheld to ensure that both parties never lose to fraud.
Legally-binding contracts and third-party verification ensure that every step of the process is recorded, traceable, and enforceable.

Meet Our Founders

James and Gabriel founded SmartHold Technologies with a clear mission: to build trust in direct transactions and create a payment system that puts people first. Guided by the principle of stopping fraud before it happens, they are dedicated to shaping a future where every transaction is conducted with integrity. Together, they lead SmartHold with the belief that financial technology should deliver safety, fairness, and peace of mind.

Meet Our Founders

James Lucas and Gabriel Malalgodapitiyagamage (pictured) founded SmartHold Technologies with a clear mission: to build trust in direct transactions and create a payment system that puts people first. Guided by the principle of stopping fraud before it happens, they are dedicated to shaping a future where every transaction conducted with integrity. Together, they lead SmartHold with the conviction that financial technology should deliver safety, fairness, and peace of mind.

Our Dream Team.

At SmartHold Technologies, our board of directors provides independent oversight and strategic guidance drawn from distinguished careers in finance, banking, law, and politics. Their collective expertise underpins the integrity of SmartHold’s innovative payment model, ensuring that governance, transparency, and accountability are embedded into all aspects of our operations. With decades of senior leadership experience, the board reinforces James and Gabriel's commitment to building trusted, transparent and future-ready financial infrastructure, with a clear focus on providing peace of mind, wellbeing, and protection for everyone who relies on our platform.

Position / Role

Director

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Position / Role

Director

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Non-Executive Director

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Position / Role

Director

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Position / Role

Director

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Position / Role

Advisor

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