Building trust and delivering excellence, together

John founded Shireburn in 1983, leading the company through development of innovative B2B software solutions, both in Malta and internationally. With a deep understanding of evolving technologies, John has consistently helped businesses unlock growth opportunities through strategic technology adoption. His commitment to building strong client relationships and fostering a supportive company culture has resulted in a loyal customer base and impressive staff retention, contributing significantly to Shireburn’s sustained success.

With a tenure of 32 years at Shireburn, Franco has been a cornerstone of the company’s growth and success. As a Director, Franco continues to support the vision, driving Shireburn Software towards continued innovation. His commitment to Shireburn is characterised by a collaborative approach, nurturing a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Franco is also passionate about fishing and cooking, which further enriches his dynamic and well-rounded persona.

Yasmin, CEO of Shireburn and founder of Sanya Eco Spa, is a visionary leader dedicated to building organisations that prioritise human connection, personal growth, and meaningful values. With extensive experience as an entrepreneur, Yasmin understands that genuine alignment between employee well-being and customer satisfaction is at the heart of sustainable business success. Leading a team of nearly 100 people, she fosters a workplace culture rooted in continuous learning, ethical leadership, and a deep commitment to sustainability. Yasmin is driven by the belief that nurturing human potential and operating with integrity are foundational to impactful leadership and organisational excellence.

Chris, Chief Operations Officer at Shireburn, brings 25 years of experience leading engineering, product, and operations teams. Passionate about building strong teams and impactful tech products, Chris combines a strategic mindset with a collaborative, down-to-earth approach to align business goals and product vision. Beyond work, he enjoys listening to podcasts, reading, and playing chess, always seeking fresh perspectives to drive innovation and growth.

Kenneth has spent close to 20 years leading the Finance team at Shireburn. He has built a robust background in Accounting, Banking, and Finance, and has a keen interest in Investments and Economics. Kenneth is always looking for opportunities to explore new technologies that drive innovation and improve financial processes. Outside of work, Kenneth enjoys outdoor activities, embracing nature and adventure to maintain a balanced and fulfilling professional and personal life.

Rebecca leads the Shireburn sales team with a passion for driving growth and nurturing strong client relationships. Leveraging her extensive background in various technology sectors, both locally and internationally, she understands and addresses the unique challenges faced by clients. Under her leadership, the sales team fosters a collaborative culture, ensuring clients receive unparalleled service and support, and building long-term partnerships founded on trust and mutual success.

As Head of Engineering at Shireburn, Neil brings 20+ years of experience in software engineering. Holding an MSc in Information Systems, Neil channels his passion for innovation into building award-winning SaaS business applications. Rising from Junior Developer to a position in leadership, Neil inspires and drives our talented software engineers, QA engineers, and DevOps teams to deliver excellence. Beyond work, Neil loves exploring the world, Formula 1, and savouring culinary delights.

Over the past 15 years, Jake has established himself as a dedicated leader of our strong Support team. Jake is driven and passionate about providing exceptional customer service. His deep knowledge of the product and creative problem-solving skills, alongside his assertive and motivational approach, have made Jake an indispensable member of our leadership team. In his spare time, Jake enjoys wining and dining, as well as staying up-to-date with technology.

Charles is a dedicated leader focused on enhancing customer satisfaction and building strategic partnerships. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, his approach is centred on understanding clients’ unique needs and delivering solutions that maximise their success through our products. By leveraging data-driven insights and a customer-centric mindset, Charles ensures that our clients receive an exceptional customer experience at every stage of their relationship with Shireburn.

Noel is the Head of Product at Shireburn, bringing 25 years of experience in software development and QA. Noel combines creativity and problem-solving to deliver user-focused, award-winning solutions. Starting as a developer, he later founded and led the QA team and now heads the Product team. Passionate about music and technology, Noel excels in product management, team leadership, and driving innovation, and enjoys working closely with his team.

Melvin is a versatile leader, driving major projects at Shireburn. With over a decade of experience in people development and team optimisation, he excels in enhancing business operations while prioritising employee growth. A strong advocate of the knowledge sharing frameworks, Melvin has implemented strategies that boost efficiency and reduce operational costs. He also oversees HR, aligning team and organisational goals. Melvin is an avid Juventus fan, passionate about technology and retro games.

Warren is the IT Operations Manager at Shireburn and brings over a decade of experience to the team. Starting as a computer technician, he honed his skills at two local companies before advancing to Junior System Administrator, where he managed internal infrastructure. A graduate of MCAST (2008), Warren’s passion for technology drives his commitment to building efficient networks and providing the essential tools for users’ daily success at Shireburn.

Daniel is Shireburn’s Lead Software Architect, with 20+ years of experience in the art of software engineering. Daniel strives to creatively solve real-world challenges by developing low-maintenance, robust and impactful software for the long term. With multiple successful projects under his belt, Daniel established Shireburn’s Architecture team, which designs and builds platforms and internal libraries. When he’s not busy building stuff, Daniel enjoys video games, tabletop games, tennis, and watching films.