Alexander Skoblik

iGaming Chief Operations & Product Officer
Varna, BG.

About

Highly accomplished iGaming executive with extensive experience in leading cross-functional teams, driving significant revenue growth, and optimizing complex operations across Casino and Sportsbook verticals for Tier-1 and Tier-2 brands. Proven ability to build and scale business development, product, and operational functions from the ground up, consistently delivering substantial GGR increases, cost savings, and market expansion. Seeking a Chief Operations Officer role to leverage deep expertise in strategic planning, P&L management, and team leadership to drive operational excellence and sustained growth.

Work

CLARYFI
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Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO)

Varna, Bulgaria

Summary

Led comprehensive growth strategy and execution across Casino & Sportsbook verticals, managing a cross-functional team of 20+ FTEs and driving key operational and financial improvements.

Highlights

Achieved +15% Sportsbook Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) growth within 6 months by optimizing provider strategy and implementing operational enhancements.

Delivered €90K–€100K in annual savings through strategic game provider royalty optimization, reducing rates by 0.5% to 2%.

Built and scaled the Business Development team from inception to full operational capacity within 3–4 months, establishing robust recruitment funnels and ramping up new personnel.

Designed, scaled, and integrated a new Sportsbook provider, facilitating full go-to-market execution and enhancing Game Operations vertical efficiency.

Implemented a scalable SaaS-like SEO system, accelerating Private Blog Network (PBN) deployment across multiple GEOs.

Transformed the Affiliate program through full rebranding, redesigning the affiliate dashboard and back-office, and initiating a Progressive Web App (PWA) builder rollout.

Betinvest
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Chief Product Officer (CPO)

Zagreb, Croatia

Summary

Orchestrated product development strategy, launched new products, and optimized team workflows to significantly increase margins in close collaboration with the sportsbook team.

Highlights

Formulated and executed a robust product development strategy, leading to the successful launch of new offerings and enhanced market positioning.

Increased product margins by closely collaborating with the sportsbook team, identifying and implementing key optimization opportunities.

Improved overall team workflow and cross-functional collaboration, fostering a more efficient and productive product development environment.

Betinvest
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Head of Business Development

Kyiv, Ukraine

Summary

Spearheaded business development initiatives, driving substantial GGR growth, managing complex negotiations, and overseeing product relocation and new market launches.

Highlights

Achieved a remarkable 200% growth in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) through strategic business development and partnership management.

Successfully negotiated and prepared critical contracts with partners, collaborating closely with legal teams to secure favorable terms and expand market reach.

Orchestrated the relocation and relaunch of multiple products, ensuring seamless operational continuity and market re-entry.

Managed the launch of new sports disciplines, including comprehensive budgeting, training of new personnel, and preparation of operational locations.

Betinvest
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Product Owner

Kyiv, Ukraine

Summary

Enhanced gambling product quality and operational efficiency by collaborating with sportsbook, risk, and anti-fraud teams to improve event and odds quality.

Highlights

Improved product quality for gambling operations by collaborating closely with sportsbook and risk/anti-fraud teams.

Enhanced the quality of events and odds, directly contributing to a superior user experience and operational integrity.

Betinvest
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Project Manager

Kyiv, Ukraine

Summary

Managed the launch of new sports operations, oversaw project budgeting, and coordinated technical setups while collaborating with the DevOps team.

Highlights

Successfully launched operations for diverse sports including Table Tennis, Beach Volleyball, and Basketball 3x3, expanding the platform's offerings.

Managed project budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring efficient deployment of technical and personnel assets.

Coordinated the training of video scouts and prepared technical infrastructure and locations for new operational setups.

Collaborated closely with the DevOps team to streamline technical implementations and ensure smooth operational launches.

Betinvest
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Country Research Manager

Kyiv, Ukraine

Summary

Conducted global market research to identify and evaluate payment methods across various geographical regions for operator platforms.

Highlights

Identified and evaluated optimal payment methods across diverse global markets, enhancing operational reach and customer convenience.

Conducted comprehensive research on payment gateway integrations and local financial regulations to inform strategic market entry decisions.

CIENCE
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Senior Researcher

Summary

Managed lead generation initiatives and oversaw the execution of two simultaneous projects, demonstrating strong organizational and project management skills.

Highlights

Generated qualified leads for business development, contributing to pipeline growth and sales opportunities.

Successfully managed and delivered two concurrent projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to objectives.

CIENCE
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Researcher

Summary

Conducted lead generation activities specifically targeting companies in North America via LinkedIn.

Highlights

Generated targeted leads for North American companies using advanced LinkedIn search strategies, supporting business expansion efforts.

G.V.Kurdyumov Institute for Metal Physics
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Researcher

Summary

Conducted scientific research on mine coal, methane generation, tool steel, and deep cryogenic treatment, contributing to advancements in materials science.

Highlights

Performed scientific research on the generation of methane in mine coal, contributing to understanding and mitigating safety risks.

Investigated the properties of tool steel and the effects of deep cryogenic treatment, enhancing material durability and performance.

G.V.Kurdyumov Institute for Metal Physics
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Junior Researcher

Summary

Conducted scientific research focused on mine coal and methane generation, foundational to ongoing studies in material physics.

Highlights

Contributed to scientific research projects on mine coal and methane generation, building a strong foundation in experimental methodologies.

Assisted senior researchers in data collection and analysis, supporting the development of key scientific findings.

Education

G.V.Kurdyumov Institute for Metal Physics

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Solid State Physics

National Aviation University

Master's degree

Applied Physics

Awards

The annual prizes of the President of Ukraine for young scientists

Awarded By

President of Ukraine

Awarded for significant contributions as a young scientist in Ukraine.

The scholarship of the President of Ukraine for young scientists

Awarded By

President of Ukraine

Received a prestigious scholarship recognizing potential and achievements as a young scientist.

Publications

A modeling for effect of iron compounds on methane formation in the coal

Summary

Explored the impact of iron compounds on methane formation in coal, providing insights into geological and industrial processes.

Effect of Iron compounds on hyperfine interactions and methane formation in the coal

Summary

Investigated the correlation between iron compounds' hyperfine interactions and methane generation in coal, advancing understanding of geochemical reactions.

Application of the Mossbauer Conversion Spectroscopy for Investigation of a Kinetics of Formation of the Nanosize Layers of Oxides on a Surface of Iron

Summary

Applied Mossbauer Conversion Spectroscopy to study the kinetics of nanosize oxide layer formation on iron surfaces, relevant for material science applications.

Low-temperature martensitic transformation and deep cryogenic treatment of a tool steel

Summary

Researched low-temperature martensitic transformation and deep cryogenic treatment effects on tool steel, enhancing knowledge in metallurgy and material engineering.

Languages

English
Русский
Український

Skills

Growth Strategy & Revenue Scaling

Strategic Planning, Revenue Growth, Business Expansion, Market Penetration.

Unit Economics Optimization

GGR Optimization, Margin Analysis, ROI Maximization, Cost Efficiency.

Affiliate & SEO Ecosystems

Affiliate Program Management, SEO Strategy, PBN Deployment, SaaS Scaling Model.

Sportsbook & Casino Operations

iGaming Operations, Platform Management, Game Operations, Sports Betting.

Provider Negotiation & Commercial Optimization

Vendor Management, Contract Negotiation, Commercial Strategy, Partnership Development.

Team Building & Organizational Scaling

Talent Acquisition, Team Leadership, Organizational Development, Scaling Operations.

Cross-functional Leadership

Product Management, CRM Strategy, Risk Management, Anti-Fraud, Creative Direction, DevOps Collaboration.

Product Development

Product Strategy, Product Launch, Roadmap Development, Market Research.

Budgeting & Financial Management

Financial Planning, Cost Control, Resource Allocation, P&L Management.

Business Development

Partnership Development, Client Acquisition, Market Entry Strategy, Sales Strategy.

Market Research & Analysis

Competitive Analysis, Market Trends, Feasibility Studies, Payment Methods Research.

Operational Excellence

Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Go-to-Market Strategy, Relocation Management.

Project Management

Project Planning, Execution Management, Stakeholder Communication, Risk Mitigation.