PayTech Group, a provider of payment consulting, B2B analytics and spend management platforms, has named Andy Nicholas as managing director of its consulting business and business development head for the group.

Nicholas brings over 30 years of experience in the payments industry to his new role. Prior to joining PayTech Group, Andy served as vice president and general manager, global business development Europe/Middle East/Africa (EMEA) and Asia/Pacific at American Express. His focus was on multinational new business development, prioritizing travel and entertainment and B2B sectors.

Before his tenure at American Express, Nicholas spent 25 years at Citi, where he held several leadership positions in commercial card technology, sales and relationship management. He served as Citi’s head of commercial and prepaid card sales and account management EMEA, driving significant advancements in the commercial card space, according to an announcement.

Nicki Bull Bisgaard, CEO of PayTech Group, said Nicholas’s “extensive experience and proven track record in the payments industry make him the ideal leader to drive our consulting business forward. Andy’s expertise will be invaluable as we continue to expand our services and deliver innovative payment solutions to our clients worldwide.”