Affiliate Industry
QiH Group bolsters UK headquarters with three new hires
Fast-growing company attracts new recruits from Entain, Meta and Flutter
Affiliate and white label operator QiH Group has announced the appointment of three new members in its UK team as it seeks to drive further expansion of the business.
The first of the trio of new hires is Stergios Titos, who took up the role of paid social lead in mid-August. He joined the company after four years at Entain, where he was digital acquisition manager working across brands such as Bwin. Prior to that, he was at STech Technology.
The second is Jane Sumbilla, who joined in August as talent acquisition lead. Jane’s most recent post was at Meta, where she worked as a recruiter for just over a year after joining from language learning platform Busuu.
Finally, Max Ciliberto began at QiH this week as head of PPC. Ciliberto has close to 15 years’ experience in the gaming industry, having most recently worked at Flutter. He joined Flutter when it acquired The Stars Group, where he had been working since 2013. His first role at that company was as PPC and paid social manager, and during his decade at the firm he worked his way up to senior paid search team lead.
Jamie Walters, CEO at QiH Group, said: “We’re really delighted to have such high-calibre candidates joining our team. It’s a strong reflection of the company’s growth that we are able to attract so many strong hires.
“We have achieved sufficient scale to attract the likes of Stergios, Jane and Max, and the growth potential we have ahead of us is getting great people excited about joining our team.”
Walters said Sumbilla’s remit would include ensuring the company brings on board more similar recruits.
“Jane has been brought in to facilitate our headcount expansion, which we are expecting to continue for the next two years as we drive our business forward,” he said.
Commenting on her appointment, Jane Sumbilla said: “I was impressed by QiH’s strong emphasis on values and culture and I’m keen to make sure these are effectively communicated to other potential new hires.”
On the other new recruits, Walters said: “Paid media is growing very fast for us and both Stergios and Max will help drive the expansion even further, enabling scalable and sustainable sources of traffic that will allow us to grow both internationally and in terms of verticals. We want to expand the sport side of our business and we are also keen to explore the possibility of entering new jurisdictions in future.”
Stergios Titos said: “I’m really excited to be heading up QiH Group’s paid social team. The company already has a strong focus on this area but I believe with a new structure and strategy in place, we can leverage this channel much further.”
Max Ciliberto added. “QiH has experienced strong growth in recent years and I’m extremely pleased to be joining such a fast-growing company. I’m looking forward to using my experience to improve its growth trajectory even further.”
Affiliate Industry
Sitebee partners with QMRA
To help operators and affiliates navigate this complex environment, Sitebee has partnered with Quality Mark Responsible Affiliates, seamlessly integrating legal expertise into Sitebee’s platform.
This collaboration enables Sitebee to offer its clients precise, real-time compliance solutions, supported by QMRA’s thorough understanding of the regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions. With this partnership, Sitebee ensures operators stay informed and equipped to handle the challenges of a rapidly evolving market.
Compliance knowledge rooted in legal expertise
Through the partnership with QMRA, Sitebee offers clients access to an enhanced compliance tool that goes beyond monitoring. Backed by QMRA’s deep expertise in iGaming regulations, the platform now provides tailored legal insights that help operators anticipate and adapt to changing requirements in various regions.
Rasmus Bank Nielsen, Head of Sitebee, remarked: “By integrating QMRA’s extensive legal knowledge, Sitebee empowers our clients with the latest regulatory insights, allowing them to operate with confidence in a highly dynamic market. This partnership gives operators the clarity and foresight they need to manage risk and maintain compliance across all regions where they operate.”
Focused on security, efficiency, and insight
As regulatory demands increase, Sitebee positions itself as an indispensable partner for operators seeking clear, actionable compliance insights. With the addition of QMRA’s expertise, Sitebee clients continues to benefit from:
- Legal clarity on regulatory shifts across jurisdictions, ensuring operators are always informed of important changes.
- Real-time data that allows for quick, informed decision-making, reducing the risk of non-compliance.
- Operational efficiency, streamlining the compliance process through automation, so operators can focus on growing their business while minimizing compliance risks.
Steven Vrolijk, LL.M., Director of QMRA, added: “Our collaboration with Sitebee strengthens the ability to deliver reliable, up-to-date compliance insights. By combining Sitebee’s robust compliance infrastructure with our legal expertise, operators can confidently navigate complex regulations and focus on their core business.”
Ahead of the curve in a complex regulatory environment
With QMRA’s legal expertise now a core part of Sitebee, the platform is designed to help operators navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape. By providing clients with the most accurate and timely compliance information, Sitebee ensures that businesses are not just responding to changes – they are ready for them.
Affiliate Industry
QiH Group CEO Jamie Walters supports London move for iGB L!VE and iGB Affiliate Awards
As the international igaming industry prepares for the July 2025 relocation of iGB L!VE to London, show organisers have received another endorsement of the decision to pair the industry’s fastest growing Tier 1 online gaming expo with the iGB Affiliate Awards – the most respected celebration of excellence on the industry calendar.
Following on from the announcement by Richard Moffat, Chief Executive of OLBG, that the company would be supporting iGB L!VE and the iGB Affiliate Awards with its “biggest ever presence at a conference” Jamie Walters, CEO of QiH Group confirmed his support, stating: “Since QiH entered the iGaming affiliate marketplace a decade ago, industry awards and events have been a huge part of our success as a company – both in making meaningful and lasting connections and in discovering new and inventive industry game-changers.
“While Barcelona is a fine city with many merits, I think the continuity provided by the iGB Affiliate Awards remaining in London and running alongside iGB L!VE will maintain the consistent prestige attached to the event. We look forward to attending and seeing everyone there!”
Naomi Barton, iGB Events’ Global Portfolio Director, said: “The decision to run the Awards as part of the iGB L!VE experience was made in collaboration with key igaming and affiliate stakeholders, and I am delighted that it has been so warmly welcomed by the affiliate community.”
She added: “iGB L!VE’s relocation to London, a city that many regard as being the most influential market in the igaming industry,
will provide visitors and exhibitors with access to new markets, new growth opportunities and new partnerships.
“With an industry that’s growing at an exponential rate it’s imperative that we scale ahead of the market. By moving iGB L!VE and the iGB Affiliate Awards to ExCeL London we will be able to attract more of the people who are most critical to the future development of the igaming industry.”
Affiliate Industry
ReferOn Heading to SBC Lisbon to Share the Latest Insights and Platform Improvements
ReferOn will be represented by Alexia Gauci, B2B Sales Manager, and David Harris, B2B Affiliate Team Manager, at the upcoming SBC Summit in Lisbon from September 24 to 26 2024.
The team recently unveiled several technical and QoL updates to the platform, including improving postback updates, reworking tables and implementing AWS accounts.
At SBC Lisbon, Alexia and David will announce ReferOn’s Q4 updates and walk attendees through the platform’s offerings. By the end of the year, the team plans to implement additions to reporting and data management, improve admin functionality and role management, and add QoL changes such as bulk edits. Visit Stand F430 for more information on these updates.
These system improvements follow two successful ReferOn Insights webinars, during which the team met with operators and affiliates. Following the sessions, attendees had the opportunity to ask questions and share feedback. This approach illustrates one of ReferOn’s core values: two-way communication and its commitment to regularly collaborating with partners to enhance the platform.
When asked for a comment on ReferOn’s participation at SBC Lisbon, Alexia Gauci said, “ReferOn’s participation at SBC Lisbon is an excellent opportunity for further expansion in the industry. Events like these are pivotal for growth and innovation. We’re also very excited to attend the SBC Awards 2024, where we hope to take first place in our respective category.”
ReferOn has been shortlisted for an award at the prestigious SBC Awards 2024 for the “Acquisition and Retention Partner” category. This shortlisting highlights ReferOn’s continued commitment to improving its tools and creating a comprehensive platform for operators and affiliates.
To learn more about ReferOn’s cutting-edge affiliate management system, join Alexia Gauci and David Harris at SBC Lisbon, Stand F430, from September 24 – 26. Book a meeting via our website.
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