Altenar has appointed Giannis Papakonstantinou as its new Director of Sportsbook Product, enhancing the leadership of its sportsbook division. Papakonstantinou, who has contributed to Altenar for over eight years, has developed a comprehensive understanding of the sportsbook product and the requirements essential for its success among operators.
Starting as an Account Manager and eventually becoming the Account Management Director, he has collaborated with clients across various markets. This experience has allowed him to glean valuable insights into customer needs while also deepening his knowledge of the product and its potential for evolution.
In his new capacity, Papakonstantinou will spearhead Altenar’s sportsbook product strategy and development. He will closely engage with both internal teams and operators to enhance the platform’s stability, flexibility, and relevance in the marketplace.
Antonis Karakousis, Director of Operations at Altenar, commented on the appointment: "Giannis’ promotion is a great example of the opportunities available to people who grow with Altenar. Over these years, he has gained an exceptional understanding of our business, our operators and, most importantly, our sportsbook product. Having worked closely with customers throughout his career, he knows not only what our product can do today, but also what it needs to do next. That combination of product knowledge, commercial understanding and first-hand customer insight makes him ideally placed to lead the next stage of our sportsbook development."
In response to his new role, Papakonstantinou expressed enthusiasm for taking on the challenge at a time when sportsbook technology is rapidly changing. He noted the industry's demand for greater flexibility, innovative solutions, and stronger differentiation strategies. "We have a strong foundation to build on, and I’m looking forward to helping shape the next stage of our product journey,” he said.
This appointment reinforces Altenar’s commitment to a partner-led approach in product development, ensuring that its sportsbook strategy evolves to meet the dynamic needs of operators and players in various markets. The promotion also highlights Altenar’s dedication to merging long-term industry expertise with ongoing product innovation.
