About Us

Mr Allagappen Veeramootoo (also called Moorghen) Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director Moorghen holds a Masters in Marketing and a BSc, Engineering, European Business & Technology from Coventry University in the UK. He is also a holder of a Diplome Universitaire en Technologie(DUT) from the Institut Universitaire de Technologie of Avignon in France. Moreover, Moorghen is an Insead Alumni and has attended a number of other Executive programs, including one at the National University of Singapore and one from the MIT Sloan School of Management. He has previously occupied the post of Marketing and Sales Manager and Business Unit Manager at Gamma from 2004 to 2009. He has also worked as Marketing Manager at Innodis Ltd from 1999 to 2004 and Strategic Planning Manager at CreadFCB in 1998. He joined Lottotech in 2009 and has occupied the post of Deputy General Manager/COO and presently holds the post of Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director.

Shaun Kim Tiam Fook Chong Deputy Chief Executive Officer Shaun Kim Tiam Fook Chong holds a BA in Accounting & Finance from Leeds University and is a Fellow (FCA) of the Institute of Chartered Accountant in England & Wales (ICAEW). He attended the executive management programme, transition to general management at INSEAD in 2018 and was subsequently awarded the Certificate in Global Management. From 2005 to 2012, he worked as an Audit Manager with Harold Everett Wreford LLP (London, UK). He joined Aspen Global Incorporated as Senior Financial Accountant in 2013. From 2014 to 2019, Shaun was the Chief Financial Officer of Kolos Cement Ltd. In Oct 19, he assumed the role of Group Deputy Chief Financial Officer- Financial Management & Analysis of Gamma Civic Ltd. Since 1 June 2020, he has been appointed as the Chief Financial Officer of Lottotech Ltd and presently co-directs the Company as Deputy CEO.

Harikrishna Ramsamy Chief Operating Officer Harikrishna Ramsamy – Chief Operating Officer Harikrishna holds an MBA from Heriot Watt University and an MSc Business Management with specialisation in Information Systems Strategy & Governance from Edinburgh Napier University. He has 28 years’ experience, and in his career he has led and/or managed strategic and enterprise wide technology projects in Outsourcing, Hospitality, Retail, IT Consulting, Banking, Healthcare and Lottery sectors in Mauritius and overseas. He joined Lottotech Ltd in 2010 and since 2011, he has been appointed as Chief Information Officer. He is currently responsible for the company’s IT strategy formulation and has also been appointed as Chief Operating Officer to drive transformation.

Queensnee Pergun Chief People and Culture Officer Queensnee Pergun, Chief People and Culture Officer, joins the HR & Admin team in 2013 where she is responsible for working with the management in defining and implementing training, recruiting, compensation, performance management, employee engagement, compliance, benefits. Passionate about culture and people, she has devised strategies and focused on building and maintaining Lottotech’s culture by overseeing all aspects of HR. Prior to joining Lottotech, Queensnee has hand-on human resource experience leading various HR Initiatives at Cim Global Business, a member of Cim Group. Queensnee Pergun holds a Bachelor of Art degree from the University of Delhi, India. She also has a Diploma in United Nations and International Understandings from the Institute of United Nations Studies.

Guito Lucchesi Sales Manager – Gaming Guito joined Lottotech in 2009 as a Field Sales Representative (FSR) and gradually climbed the ladder to become a Senior FSR in 2010, Sales Manager in 2013 and actually is the Sales and Marketing Manager since 2017. He has over 20 years of experience in the sales industry. With a diverse and encompassing work history, Guito is familiar with the entire sales process and analysing performance. He has a unique management style that fosters colleagues to reach greater goals and encouraging feedback. Guito is also responsible for the marketing programs and the brand management. He thrives on challenges, particularly those that expand the company’s reach. His most recent project is the launch of the Loto Second weekly draw.

Mriganka Chakraborty Marketing Manager Mriganka is a senior management professional with extensive experience in the service sector, specializing in Marketing Communications and Higher Education/Corporate Training. He has a proven track record of executing effective communication and brand-building strategies for Mauritian and international brands, across both Above-the-Line (ATL) and Below-the-Line (BTL) categories. Mriganka’s expertise extends to leading tertiary education and corporate training institutions in Mauritius, often in partnership with international institutions. His career demonstrates a unique blend of creativity and situational leadership, allowing him to excel in managing multi-functional teams. Mriganka’s interest in team psychology and coaching is a testament to his commitment to fostering positive team dynamics and enhancing overall performance. He is skilled in business development and operations protocol design, ensuring smooth and efficient processes across all areas. In 2023, he joined Lottotech as a Strategic Consultant, where he quickly demonstrated his strategic acumen and ability to drive impactful results. This success led to his promotion to Marketing Manager, a role in which he is responsible for designing and executing marketing campaigns that promote business growth and strengthen the company’s brand presence. His approach is characterized by a combination of strategic thinking and creativity, making him adept at navigating the complexities of marketing in a rapidly changing environment. He has a passion for coaching and mentoring his team, encouraging a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. His leadership and expertise have made him an invaluable asset to Lottotech and a respected figure in the broader marketing and training sectors.

Virginie Pasnin Communication and CSR Manager Virginie holds a Master Degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing from the University of Mauritius. Since 2009, Virginie joined the Company and now acts as the Communications and CSR Manager. Her main responsibilities are to devise and implement strategic communications for the company as well as to oversee the implementation and effectiveness of the CSR and responsible gaming programme.

Sivalingum Candassamy Head of Risk & Compliance Sivalingum holds a LLM from Université Panthéon-Assas, an MSc in Computer Security and Forensics, and a Master in Business Administration from the University Technology of Mauritius. He joined Lottotech in 2009, and is in charge of the risk and compliance aspects of Lottotech’s operations. He assists management in identifying key risks to the business, and ensures that appropriate controls are in place to mitigate these to an acceptable level.

Richard Papie Security Manager Richard joined Lottotech in 2009, and has over 24 years of experience within the security profession. He is a former police officer and held the position of security manager across a number of industries. Richard holds a legal background in criminal justice and tort. He oversees, investigates and liaises with the relevant legal and enforcement authorities to authenticate any winning tickets that may be in dispute.