
About us
Our Team
Board of Directors

Paul J. Lappin
Non‑executive Chairman
Paul Lappin is an experienced company director and chairman, leading companies across a diverse range of sectors including tourism, events and hospitality, bio-technology and commercial sectors. Paul is a Director of Australian Grand Prix Corporation and the PGA Australia (Professional Golfers Association). He previously served as Chairman of ASX listed Polynovo Ltd (PNV) (formerly Metabolic Pharmaceuticals Ltd), and the privately held UCI Pty Ltd, and was a director of the Melbourne Fashion Festival.
As an experienced chartered accountant, Paul ran a boutique advisory company, providing advice to a range of large businesses, state governments and national research organisations following a number of years working for PriceWaterhouse Coopers in Australia and North America.

Nico Klay, MD, MBA
Non-executive Director
After graduating as a Medical Doctor and finishing his MBA, the first six years of his career Nico worked for Sandoz, a multinational pharmaceutical company. Upon leaving Sandoz, Nico began his entrepreneurial career by becoming one of the founding partners of Plexus Medical Group (largest healthcare consulting company in the Netherlands) and founder, board member and shareholder of Zorgdomein BV, Performation BV and Plexus Interim BV, respectively. In 2012, he joined the board of Bergman Clinics as COO, later as CMO and finally as CFO. In 2016 till 2018 Nico worked as CEO at the Rotterdam Eye Hospital. In the last ten years, Nico has successfully capitalized on his endeavors and reinvested in multiple healthcare startups. In 2018, Nico founded a new company X-Infex B.V. that develops biocidal polymers.

Dr. Bronwyn King AO, MD
Non-executive Director
Dr Bronwyn King AO is a former radiation oncologist and global public health advocate, championing international efforts to advance healthy indoor air as a critical pillar of health and resilience. As co‑founder of the new global NGO Air Club, she is building a global movement working with governments, UN agencies and partners—including in collaboration with the French G7 Presidency—to drive awareness and action. In 2025, she co‑convened the first high‑level UN General Assembly event on indoor air quality, helping to catalyse global momentum on this issue. She founded and is the CEO of Tobacco Free Portfolios, mobilising over US$19 trillion in tobacco‑free finance, and a recipient of the WHO Director‑General’s Special Award for outstanding contribution to global tobacco contro and 2019 Melburnian of the year. Her TEDxSydney talk has inspired widely, with over three million views. She also serves as Chair of Medical Indemnity Protection Society and was a Team Doctor with the Australian swimming team for 10 years.

Paul J. Lappin
Non‑executive Chairman
Paul Lappin is an experienced company director and chairman, leading companies across a diverse range of sectors including tourism, events and hospitality, bio-technology and commercial sectors. Paul is a Director of Australian Grand Prix Corporation and the PGA Australia (Professional Golfers Association). He previously served as Chairman of ASX listed Polynovo Ltd (PNV) (formerly Metabolic Pharmaceuticals Ltd), and the privately held UCI Pty Ltd, and was a director of the Melbourne Fashion Festival.
As an experienced chartered accountant, Paul ran a boutique advisory company, providing advice to a range of large businesses, state governments and national research organisations following a number of years working for PriceWaterhouse Coopers in Australia and North America.

Nico Klay, MD, MBA
Non-executive Director
After graduating as a Medical Doctor and finishing his MBA, the first six years of his career Nico worked for Sandoz, a multinational pharmaceutical company. Upon leaving Sandoz, Nico began his entrepreneurial career by becoming one of the founding partners of Plexus Medical Group (largest healthcare consulting company in the Netherlands) and founder, board member and shareholder of Zorgdomein BV, Performation BV and Plexus Interim BV, respectively. In 2012, he joined the board of Bergman Clinics as COO, later as CMO and finally as CFO. In 2016 till 2018 Nico worked as CEO at the Rotterdam Eye Hospital. In the last ten years, Nico has successfully capitalized on his endeavors and reinvested in multiple healthcare startups. In 2018, Nico founded a new company X-Infex B.V. that develops biocidal polymers.

Dr. Bronwyn King AO, MD
Non-executive Director
Dr Bronwyn King AO is a former radiation oncologist and global public health advocate, championing international efforts to advance healthy indoor air as a critical pillar of health and resilience. As co‑founder of the new global NGO Air Club, she is building a global movement working with governments, UN agencies and partners—including in collaboration with the French G7 Presidency—to drive awareness and action. In 2025, she co‑convened the first high‑level UN General Assembly event on indoor air quality, helping to catalyse global momentum on this issue. She founded and is the CEO of Tobacco Free Portfolios, mobilising over US$19 trillion in tobacco‑free finance, and a recipient of the WHO Director‑General’s Special Award for outstanding contribution to global tobacco contro and 2019 Melburnian of the year. Her TEDxSydney talk has inspired widely, with over three million views. She also serves as Chair of Medical Indemnity Protection Society and was a Team Doctor with the Australian swimming team for 10 years.

Kara McGowan
Non-executive Director
Ms McGowan is currently the Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary of Sigma Healthcare Ltd having been in this role since October 2021. Ms McGowan is an experienced Director and Company Secretary with over 15 years experience for a broad range of corporate structures and businesses. Kara began her legal career at Clayton Utz and over the years she has held a variety of legal and commercial roles including General Counsel & Company Secretary Transdev, Company Solicitor – Kmart and Head of Joint Ventures for Australian Unity Investments. Ms McGowan is admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria, holds a Graduate Diploma of Applied Corporate Governance and is a Graduate and Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Daniel Sims
Non-executive Director
Danny Sims served as CEO of Ramsay Health Care’s Australian operations from 2015 to 2020, leading a network of 72 private hospitals and day surgery facilities generating over AU$5 billion in annual revenue. He previously held senior roles at Ramsay spanning nearly two decades, including COO of its Australian and Asian operations. Earlier in his career, he was a healthcare finance executive in the US and an auditor with Ernst & Young. Danny has extensive board experience, including as President of the Australian Private Hospital Association and a director of HESTA superannuation fund. He currently serves on the boards of Health Co, REDIMED, Day Hospital Partners and CrowdCoder. He is a Certified Public Accountant and a graduate of the London Business School Senior Executive Program.

Charlie Bell
CEO & Managing Director
Charlie Bell is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Nicolab. Since joining Nicolab in 2021, Charlie has played a central role in shaping the company’s strategic direction, working closely alongside the Board, shareholders, and the external capital markets to build the business into what it is today. He has been instrumental in expanding Nicolab’s commercial footprint into new markets, including the establishment of operations in China, and in leading the company’s recent pre-IPO capital raise. He is now leading Nicolab through its next phase, including the path to an ASX listing.
Charlie previously served as Nicolab’s Chief Financial Officer, where he built the financial and governance foundations that today give investors, shareholders, and regulators confidence in the business. As CEO, he brings that same rigour to a broader mandate, spanning strategy, commercialisation, finance, investor relations, legal and compliance, and people, positioning Nicolab for sustained growth through listing and beyond.
Charlie is a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accountancy and Business Law.

Kara McGowan
Non-executive Director
Ms McGowan is currently the Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary of Sigma Healthcare Ltd having been in this role since October 2021. Ms McGowan is an experienced Director and Company Secretary with over 15 years experience for a broad range of corporate structures and businesses. Kara began her legal career at Clayton Utz and over the years she has held a variety of legal and commercial roles including General Counsel & Company Secretary Transdev, Company Solicitor – Kmart and Head of Joint Ventures for Australian Unity Investments. Ms McGowan is admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria, holds a Graduate Diploma of Applied Corporate Governance and is a Graduate and Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Daniel Sims
Non-executive Director
Danny Sims served as CEO of Ramsay Health Care’s Australian operations from 2015 to 2020, leading a network of 72 private hospitals and day surgery facilities generating over AU$5 billion in annual revenue. He previously held senior roles at Ramsay spanning nearly two decades, including COO of its Australian and Asian operations. Earlier in his career, he was a healthcare finance executive in the US and an auditor with Ernst & Young. Danny has extensive board experience, including as President of the Australian Private Hospital Association and a director of HESTA superannuation fund. He currently serves on the boards of Health Co, REDIMED, Day Hospital Partners and CrowdCoder. He is a Certified Public Accountant and a graduate of the London Business School Senior Executive Program.

Charlie Bell
CEO & Managing Director
Charlie Bell is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Nicolab. Since joining Nicolab in 2021, Charlie has played a central role in shaping the company’s strategic direction, working closely alongside the Board, shareholders, and the external capital markets to build the business into what it is today. He has been instrumental in expanding Nicolab’s commercial footprint into new markets, including the establishment of operations in China, and in leading the company’s recent pre-IPO capital raise. He is now leading Nicolab through its next phase, including the path to an ASX listing.
Charlie previously served as Nicolab’s Chief Financial Officer, where he built the financial and governance foundations that today give investors, shareholders, and regulators confidence in the business. As CEO, he brings that same rigour to a broader mandate, spanning strategy, commercialisation, finance, investor relations, legal and compliance, and people, positioning Nicolab for sustained growth through listing and beyond.
Charlie is a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accountancy and Business Law.
Executive Team

Charlie Bell
CEO & Managing Director
Charlie Bell is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Nicolab. Since joining Nicolab in 2021, Charlie has played a central role in shaping the company’s strategic direction, working closely alongside the Board, shareholders, and the external capital markets to build the business into what it is today. He has been instrumental in expanding Nicolab’s commercial footprint into new markets, including the establishment of operations in China, and in leading the company’s recent pre-IPO capital raise. He is now leading Nicolab through its next phase, including the path to an ASX listing.
Charlie previously served as Nicolab’s Chief Financial Officer, where he built the financial and governance foundations that today give investors, shareholders, and regulators confidence in the business. As CEO, he brings that same rigour to a broader mandate, spanning strategy, commercialisation, finance, investor relations, legal and compliance, and people, positioning Nicolab for sustained growth through listing and beyond.
Charlie is a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accountancy and Business Law.

Michael Macilquham
Chief Commercial Officer
Michael is an accomplished business leader with a strong background in sales, marketing, and operations. He has been instrumental in shaping the company’s growth and strategic direction. Michael has also brought a disciplined approach to aligning Nicolab’s commercial strategy with its overall business direction and processes, ensuring a cohesive and focused path to success.
Prior to joining Nicolab, Michael held various leadership roles at Siemens Healthineers, where he played a key role in driving revenue growth, developing strategic partnerships, and launching innovative healthcare solutions. His extensive industry experience has enabled him to build successful teams and execute impactful initiatives.
Michael holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Diagnostic Radiography and a Master of Health Science, majoring in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, from the University of Sydney.

Charlie Bell
CEO & Managing Director
Charlie Bell is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Nicolab. Since joining Nicolab in 2021, Charlie has played a central role in shaping the company’s strategic direction, working closely alongside the Board, shareholders, and the external capital markets to build the business into what it is today. He has been instrumental in expanding Nicolab’s commercial footprint into new markets, including the establishment of operations in China, and in leading the company’s recent pre-IPO capital raise. He is now leading Nicolab through its next phase, including the path to an ASX listing.
Charlie previously served as Nicolab’s Chief Financial Officer, where he built the financial and governance foundations that today give investors, shareholders, and regulators confidence in the business. As CEO, he brings that same rigour to a broader mandate, spanning strategy, commercialisation, finance, investor relations, legal and compliance, and people, positioning Nicolab for sustained growth through listing and beyond.
Charlie is a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accountancy and Business Law.

Michael Macilquham
Chief Commercial Officer
Michael is an accomplished business leader with a strong background in sales, marketing, and operations. He has been instrumental in shaping the company’s growth and strategic direction. Michael has also brought a disciplined approach to aligning Nicolab’s commercial strategy with its overall business direction and processes, ensuring a cohesive and focused path to success.
Prior to joining Nicolab, Michael held various leadership roles at Siemens Healthineers, where he played a key role in driving revenue growth, developing strategic partnerships, and launching innovative healthcare solutions. His extensive industry experience has enabled him to build successful teams and execute impactful initiatives.
Michael holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Diagnostic Radiography and a Master of Health Science, majoring in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, from the University of Sydney.

Merel Boers, PhD
Co-founder
Merel is a Dutch health tech entrepreneur with a medical technology background and a PhD in image analysis in stroke.
One out of nine women ever to obtain the highest honors for her PhD research at the Technical University of Twente, Merel was awarded the Prof Vooijs award for the most clinically relevant research.
Focused on creating value and making a difference, Merel has a clear vision for the company and the role of AI in the emergency workflow.
A regular speaker at events hosted by Google, HPE and universities, in 2021 Merel has been awarded the EU Prize for Women Innovators in that year.

Razmara Nizak
Chief Technology Officer
Razmara is a technical physician with over ten years of experience in the medical health tech sector, specializing in leveraging technology to enhance healthcare. With a strong background in medical engineering, he has a proven ability to translate innovation and R&D into practical solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency.
Razmara’s expertise includes developing and implementing scalable healthcare technologies, leading cross-functional teams, and navigating the complexities of healthcare IT systems with the goal to drive impactful innovations that address industry challenges

Merel Boers, PhD
Co-founder
Merel is a Dutch health tech entrepreneur with a medical technology background and a PhD in image analysis in stroke.
One out of nine women ever to obtain the highest honors for her PhD research at the Technical University of Twente, Merel was awarded the Prof Vooijs award for the most clinically relevant research.
Focused on creating value and making a difference, Merel has a clear vision for the company and the role of AI in the emergency workflow.
A regular speaker at events hosted by Google, HPE and universities, in 2021 Merel has been awarded the EU Prize for Women Innovators in that year.

Razmara Nizak
Chief Technology Officer
Razmara is a technical physician with over ten years of experience in the medical health tech sector, specializing in leveraging technology to enhance healthcare. With a strong background in medical engineering, he has a proven ability to translate innovation and R&D into practical solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency.
Razmara’s expertise includes developing and implementing scalable healthcare technologies, leading cross-functional teams, and navigating the complexities of healthcare IT systems with the goal to drive impactful innovations that address industry challenges
Our Team

Henry Nnakaenyi
DevOps Engineer

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