Brazilian Esports organization, Gaming Brasil, unveils their newly appointed Executive Director
Hugo Baungartner, a seasoned industry professional with a wealth of experience, has been appointed as the Executive Director of Institutional Relations and Strategic Partnerships at Esportes Gaming Brasil. The company, a group consisting of Esportes da Sorte and Onabet, aims to continue expanding in Brazil under Baungartner's leadership.
In his new role, Baungartner will be responsible for managing and expanding the company's relationships with key institutions and partners in Brazil. His focus is on strengthening Esportes Gaming Brasil's presence and influence in the Brazilian market through strategic collaboration and engagement with stakeholders.
Baungartner's objectives for the company in Brazil include leveraging the diverse opportunities within the Brazilian gaming and esports sectors, fostering cooperation with operators, regulators, and industry participants to drive growth, and positioning Esportes Gaming Brasil as a leading player in the region’s gaming ecosystem. He aims to capitalize on market expansions and regulatory developments to enhance the company’s competitive edge and facilitate sustainable development in Brazil’s gaming industry.
Baungartner will also be part of the company's leadership team and will be responsible for liaising with various institutions, including the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA/MF), the Federal Revenue Service, the Central Bank, COAF, certification bodies, and accredited laboratories. His responsibilities extend to developing partnerships with global providers, evaluating merger and acquisition opportunities (M&A), and structuring new projects with full legal and regulatory compliance.
Baungartner's mission also includes preparing the company for potential changes in the regulatory environment. Darwin Filho, CEO of Esportes Gaming Brasil, states that Baungartner's arrival strengthens the group's ability to act strategically in a constantly evolving sector. Filho expresses his confidence that Baungartner's extensive experience and technical perspective, aligned with the principles of governance and innovation that guide Esportes Gaming Brasil's companies, will contribute significantly to the company's growth in Brazil.
Baungartner, who previously held leadership roles at companies such as Grupo Aposta Ganha, RCT Gaming, and Prohards, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Esportes Gaming Brasil. He expresses his motivation to be at the forefront of Brazil's regulatory movement for the gaming sector and looks forward to driving the continued expansion of the group in Brazil.
With Baungartner on board, Esportes Gaming Brasil is poised to make significant strides in the Brazilian gaming market, leveraging his expertise and strategic vision to foster growth, engage with key institutions, and position the company as a leading player in the region’s gaming ecosystem.
Baungartner's strategic role will involve managing and expanding the company's relationships in the Brazilian business sector, including key institutions and partners in the finance, sports, and gaming industries. This collaboration will help strengthen Esportes Gaming Brasil's presence and influence, capitalizing on opportunities within the diverse Brazilian gaming and esports markets for sustainable growth and positioning the company as a leading player in the regional gaming ecosystem.
