MANILA, PHILIPPINES - The Bodog brand is strengthening its presence in Asia with the hiring of gaming industry veteran Robert Gustavsson as its new Managing Director.
Bodogbrand.com, the owner and licensor of the popular online gaming brand, announced that it's Asia-focused Bodog88, licensed to Haydock Sports Limited, has appointed Gustavvson following an "exhaustive search and an advertising campaign in the Financial Times".
According to Gustavvson:
"The advert in the Financial Times was one that caught my eye immediately as it was typically Bodog. The post was irresistible and offers a challenge that I can't wait to get my teeth into. Manila is a fantastic city and the potential for the business in Asia is literally limitless."
The 45-year old Gustavvson comes to Bodog88 bringing with him an extensive experience from the industry. He was previously a director for PokerRoom.com and Betway.com and has been Global Marketing Director for the newspaper Metro.
Date Posted: November 11, 2010