BMM Australia Appoints Paul Petrella to Compliance Manager
BMM Australia Appoints Paul Petrella to Compliance Manager
BMM Testlabs is pleased to announce that Paul Petrella has been promoted to the position of Compliance Manager in Australia. Kirk White, EVP and General Manager APAC & AF, commented, “We are excited to have Paul Petrella taking on this extra responsibility for our organization, adding to his existing duties as Senior Group Manager of Wagering Systems. Paul has been a valued BMM employee for over 20 years and is well-equipped for this role with his technical experience covering gaming machines, online gaming, monitoring and jackpot systems, wagering, sports betting, and lottery systems.” Paul Petrella, SGM & Compliance Manager, added, “I’m delighted to be adding this role to my responsibilities for BMM Australia! We see this as a critical and high-value role internally and externally, supporting our regulators and customers alike. Working in several of BMM’s global offices has provided me with extensive technical and compliance knowledge, covering local and international markets. I look forward to sharing this knowledge to ensure BMM continues to be the best and most-knowledgeable independent testlab service in the market.” Petrella rejoined BMM in 2013 as Group Manager, before accepting a Senior Group Manager of Wagering Systems role and now the Compliance Manager role, where he will report to the Executive Vice President in...
Read MoreBMM Testlabs South Africa achieves 20% growth in 2021
BMM Testlabs is pleased to report business growth of over 20% in 2021 in South Africa. Kirk White, EVP and General Manager, APAC and Africa, stated, “2021 was an excellent year for BMM in South Africa, servicing both regional and European customers. As the premier test lab in the region, demand is continuing into 2022, as local and international customers require our specialized technical and regulatory compliance knowledge. Importantly, we are also providing ongoing support to the emerging Sports betting market in South Africa.” Zeena Rossouw, VP Sales & Operations, SAF, commented, “Strengthening our team to support the increased demand has been key to our significant growth over the past year. BMM’s iGaming, Casino Management Systems, and Sports betting testing services are currently dominating the South African Sports betting market. BMM is the only fully accredited laboratory in South Africa for penetration and vulnerability testing, and we have several qualified engineers able to service clients in these critical specialties.” Rossouw concluded, “As the world recovers from pandemic-mandated closures, our South African management team looks forward to meeting more of our clients face-to-face and attending events such as the recent Sports betting and iGaming conference in Tanzania. We are thankful for our clients and the support they have shown us throughout 2021. We look forward to continuing our journey with them in 2022 and...
Read MoreBMM Testlabs Promotes Melissa Shuba To VP Government Affairs & Licensing
BMM Testlabs is pleased to announce that Melissa Shuba has been promoted to the position of Vice President, Government Affairs & Licensing. Travis Foley, EVP North America, commented, “For over five years, Melissa has successfully managed BMM’s license portfolio across some 300 gaming jurisdictions in North America and worldwide. Melissa’s success at BMM, combined with 13 years of past regulatory and industry experience, make her a natural leader to take on BMM’s government relations in North America across both commercial and tribal jurisdictions. She has built a strong team of professionals at BMM.” Martin Storm, Group CEO, continued, “Melissa has also played a key role in BMM’s global regulatory compliance under the leadership of the Chairman of BMM’s Compliance Committee Frank Fahrenkopf, Jr. Together they have established a world-class compliance program encompassing 12 countries, meeting and reporting quarterly across key risk and compliance areas of the business.” Shuba added, “BMM’s growth has been exceptional with many additions to the company’s global operations. That growth provides a unique opportunity to expand our licensing portfolio and enhance our relationships with regulators. The company is stronger than ever and I look forward to developing my team through its next phase of growth.” Shuba joined BMM in 2016 as Senior Manager Regulatory Compliance, before accepting a Director Regulatory Compliance role and now the VP Government Affairs & Licensing role, where she will report to Travis Foley, EVP North America and for special projects to Chief Executive Officer, Martin...
Read MoreBMM Testlabs celebrates its 40th year of operations at G2E 2021
Celebrating its 40th year of operations, BMM Testlabs is pleased to announce its participation at Global Gaming Expo (G2E) at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas between October 4 – 7, 2021. Martin Storm, CEO at BMM Testlabs, commented, “BMM continues to grow at excellent rates in 2021, and we are ready to showcase our world-renown services in Las Vegas at G2E. We have emerged from this pandemic stronger than ever and continue to advance in both the sports betting and iGaming sectors, as well as land-based product certifications.” BMM Testlabs provides the world’s leading gaming testing and certification services across a range of key business segments, including: Sports Wagering iGamingGames TestingCasino Management SystemsLottery ServicesQuality AssuranceCybersecurity ServicesField ServicesProfessional Consulting Services & more Storm continued, “G2E is about making meaningful connections and identifying cutting-edge technology within the gaming industry. As BMM approaches its milestone 40th year in business, our customers and partners can rest assured they are in the very best hands with our exceptional team while navigating the regulatory landscape to test and certify any gaming product in every gaming market.” Visit BMM Testlabs at G2E 2021 at booth...
Read MoreBMM Testlabs recognized as an iGaming independent testing laboratory by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario
BMM Testlabs has expanded its market reach by being recognized as an iGaming independent testing laboratory (ITL) by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). BMM Testlabs has been recognized by the AGCO dating back to Apri 2021 and formally licensed in July 2021. Travis Foley, CTO/EVP, North America, stated, “BMM Testlabs provides almost four decades of experience and expertise for the ever-evolving gaming industry. As emerging iGaming and sports wagering markets continue to develop, we can be trusted to help our partners navigate the regulatory landscape.” The AGCO’s recognition officially authorizes BMM Testlabs to provide various testing and compliance services for iGaming products within the region. As the clear go-to-market independent test lab of choice for gaming manufacturers around the globe, BMM Testlabs is trusted to enhance suppliers’ jurisdictional reach and provide world-class services that are second to none. Foley continued, “We would like to thank the AGCO for their effort and diligence throughout the approval process. We are honored that the AGCO has approved BMM Testlabs to test, audit, and certify iGaming products for Ontario and look forward to providing our testing services and technical consultancy to this significant...
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