People

At BluZco, we believe transformation is driven by people as much as technology. Our small, collaborative team brings together deep expertise in AI, strategy and creativity to help clients reimagine work, unlock growth, and shape the future of financial services.

Meet The Team

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Mike Hobday

Founder, Principal

Mike is a seasoned leader in AI and financial services with a track record of building and scaling innovative technology businesses.

As former CEO and board member of AntWorks Group, he pioneered the use of GenAI, NLP, and ML to transform document processing for global enterprises, with a strong presence in North American financial services and insurance. In 2023, he launched Insurants AI, a subsidiary dedicated to modernising commercial insurance through pre-configured AI solutions.

Alongside his executive career, Mike is an entrepreneurial investor, non-executive director, and trusted board adviser. He holds an MBA in Financial Services, is a Fellow of both the Royal Society of Arts and the Chartered Institute of Management, and an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers. He is also a Freeman of the City of London and a member of the Worshipful Company of Management Consultants.

Kwafo Ofori-Boateng

Principal, Asia-Pacific

Kwafo Ofori-Boateng is a globally recognized leader in enterprise-wide digital transformation and business model innovation.

With a proven track record spanning five continents including North America, Europe, the Middle East, South America, Africa, and Australia. Kwafo has successfully led organizations through complex transformations that drive cost efficiency, accelerate revenue growth, and expand market share.

Currently based in both Melbourne and New York, Kwafo brings a distinctive global perspective to modern business challenges. His multidisciplinary expertise and client-first approach have made him a trusted advisor to some of the world’s most prominent financial institutions and a respected voice in the field of corporate transformation.