Iliad Solutions has added two experienced specialists to its team as the business continues to expand its market-leading offering in payment testing and certification. They join Iliad Solutions at a time of significant growth, following major customer wins in 2025, driving demand for additional talent within the company.

Sam Mensah has joined as Product Consultant Manager. Sam has spent more than 25 years in the payments sector, working in senior technical roles with ACI Worldwide and Diebold Nixdorf.

In his new role, he will support sales teams, advise customers on the use of Iliad’s payment testing products, and provide guidance to maintain the highest levels of service and support. His focus will be on ensuring that Iliad’s t3 testing platform continuously reflects the needs of its users.

Steve Edwards joins as Client Solutions Consultant. Steve has more than 30 years of experience across the cards and payments market. He has led projects, product development, and operations for international banks and technology providers.

Steve will work directly with Iliad’s clients to design and implement testing and certification programmes. He will also collaborate with industry partners and payment schemes to ensure customers meet compliance and performance requirements.

Jill Pyper, Chief Operating Officer, Iliad Solutions, comments: “Sam and Steve bring an exceptional level of practical knowledge from their years in the payments industry. Their input will help us to strengthen the services we deliver and ensure we remain closely aligned to the needs of our customers.”

The appointments add further expertise to the Iliad Solutions team as it continues to support organisations worldwide with the challenges of payment testing and certification.