
Rieko Kester
Founder and CEO of Bluem
Rieko Kester is an entrepreneur and the co-founder of Bluem, a payment and identity services company serving regulated industries including iGaming. He studied business administration at Erasmus University Rotterdam.
His professional experience includes business development, transaction services, and interbank initiatives. Prior to founding Bluem, he worked as a Trainee Consultant at KLM Management Consultancy.
Kester frequently speaks at industry events on KYC, compliance, and payment solutions for iGaming and other regulated sectors.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Bluem Payment & Identity | Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | – present |