Altenar recruits senior product duo to drive sportsbook expansion
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- Nikos Zygouris joins as Head of Sportsbook Product from Campeon Gaming, bringing over 12 years of industry experience
- Alfred Bashllari appointed as Sportsbook Product Consultant with nearly two decades of leadership across major betting suppliers
- Both appointments add more than 30 years of combined expertise to Altenar’s expanding global product team
Altenar has appointed two industry veterans to key sportsbook product roles as the Malta-based betting technology provider expands its global reach. Nikos Zygouris has been named Head of Sportsbook Product, whilst Alfred Bashllari joins as Sportsbook Product Consultant, bringing a combined 30 years of experience to the growing company.
Experienced duo joins product leadership
Nikos Zygouris arrives from Campeon Gaming, where he served as Head of Product, and brings over 12 years of experience across leading iGaming companies including Novibet, Intralot, and OpenBet. His collaborative approach and focus on innovation will help shape Altenar’s future product roadmap and performance goals.
Alfred Bashllari contributes nearly two decades of leadership experience in product development, operations, and mergers and acquisitions. His portfolio includes senior roles at top-tier suppliers such as Sportradar, Genius Sports, Scientific Games, and OPAP, giving him broad understanding across sports betting, gaming, and lottery sectors.
Strategic investment in product excellence
The appointments represent a key step in Altenar’s evolution as a partner-led sportsbook technology provider. The company continues to strengthen its position in the competitive iGaming market through strategic investments in talent and technology capabilities.
“As we expand into new markets and push the boundaries of what our sportsbook can deliver, it’s vital that we continue to invest in product leaders,” said Antonis Karakousis, Director of Product at Altenar. “Nikos and Alfred bring a wealth of experience and strategic thinking that will directly support our long-term goals. We’re excited to welcome them aboard”.
Zygouris expressed enthusiasm about joining the company following what has been a successful year for the provider.
“I’m delighted to join the product team at Altenar following what has already been a hugely successful year for the provider,” said Nikos Zygouris, Head of Sportsbook Product at Altenar. “They continue to prove that they are on the pulse of the industry and attuned to what the customer needs. I look forward to contributing to Altenar’s ambitious plans going forward”.
“Altenar’s commitment to product excellence and its approach to exceeding expectations really stood out to me and is one of the reasons I’m thrilled to join the team,” said Alfred Bashllari, Sportsbook Product Consultant at Altenar. “I’m excited to see how we can drive forward innovative solutions that help our clients grow”.
Building competitive advantage
The new hires will support Altenar’s mission to deliver scalable, flexible, and market-ready sportsbook solutions to operators worldwide. Bashllari highlighted the company’s commitment to product excellence as a key factor in his decision to join the team.
The appointments come as Altenar continues expanding its global footprint through strategic partnerships and market entries. The company recently strengthened its North American operations with the appointment of Matthew Ferrara as Sales Manager and has secured partnerships across Latin America, Asia, and Africa.
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