Vasilije Lekovic is a payments and fintech specialist with deep expertise in account-to-account (direct bank payments), open banking, and carrier billing payments, as well as user verification (KYC). His career spans online gambling, video gaming, and eCommerce, and he has spent the last five years leading Trustly's gaming commercial department. During this time he has driven the launch of innovative products such as Pay N Play, AgeVerify, and NameVerify, which have reshaped how operators onboard and transact with players.
Before joining Trustly, Lekovic held commercial and business development roles at DrWeb in information security and at Infobip/Centili in telecommunications. These earlier positions gave him a broad foundation in cross-industry payments and security solutions, which he later applied to the iGaming sector. His combined experience in cybersecurity, mobile payments, and direct banking has made him a recognized voice in regulated gambling markets.
Currently, as Vice President of Gaming at Trustly, Lekovic focuses on commercial and product strategy for the iGaming vertical. He frequently speaks at industry conferences and has been named among the Top 100 Most Influential People in Gaming by iGaming Express. His work continues to emphasize frictionless transactions, compliance, and responsible gaming.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Trustly | Speaker | – present |