BMM Testlabs Receives First Brazilian License in Paraná

BMM Testlabs is pleased to announce that BMM has been approved as a testing and certification laboratory for the games and lottery industry by Paraná State Lotteries. Marzia Turrini, Executive Vice President, EURSAM, commented, “Paraná State Lotteries (LOTTOPAR) initiated a public call for accreditation earlier this year, inviting interested laboratories to apply for the license to serve in this jurisdiction for betting and lottery games. This is the first jurisdiction regulating laboratories in Brazil, which demonstrates understanding of the importance of the testing and certification of gaming devices in the region. BMM is excited for the opportunity to serve in this Brazilian jurisdiction and would like to thank LOTTOPAR for their support during the application process.” Paraná State Lotteries signed an accreditation agreement authorizing BMM Testlabs to collaborate with lottery and fixed-odds betting operators, including sports betting, for the purpose of testing and certifying gaming products and systems. This accreditation extends to electronic games, lottery systems, gaming machines, online platforms, and other related components. The accreditation signing ceremony on Friday, September 15, 2023, was attended by Daniel Magariños (Sales Manager for South America, BMM Testlabs), Analice Castor de Mattos (lawyer representing BMM Testlabs Spain), Daniel Romanowski (Chief Executive Officer, LOTTOPAR), Rogério Nogueira (Chief Financial Officer, LOTTOPAR), Fabio Veiga (Chief Operating Officer, LOTTOPAR), Rafael Halila (Chief Technology Officer, LOTTOPAR), Stefanny Fernandes (Chief of Staff, LOTTOPAR), and Simone Marin Israel (Operations Directorate,...

BMM Testlabs is pleased to announce the promotion of Zeena Rossouw to Senior Vice President, Africa. Rossouw will report to the Executive Vice President and General Manager for the Asian Pacific and African regions. Kirk White, Executive Vice President and General Manager, APAC & AF, commented, “With a passion for excellence and a career spanning over 30 years in the gambling industry, Zeena has developed to become a leading figure in the African gambling market. She plays a significant role in managing BMM’s operations in the region, providing extensive support and advice to regulators and gambling businesses. This is especially true when new products are being introduced to African gambling jurisdictions. Zeena has been a valued BMM employee for over five years, and her professionalism has been a great asset to BMM’s internal team and regulators alike.” Zeena Rossouw continued, “I am grateful to be recognized in my role and increase my responsibilities for BMM across Africa as more regulated gambling markets emerge. My experience working in several key areas of the industry has provided me with extensive compliance and technical knowledge covering local and regional markets. I am committed to applying my expertise to support BMM’s wide range of customers throughout Africa. My team works hard to ensure that BMM remains the most customer focused and most knowledgeable independent testing laboratory servicing in the African gambling market today.” Rossouw joined BMM in 2018 as Vice President of Operations and Sales before accepting the Senior Vice President, Africa...

BMM Testlabs Strengthens Industry Relationships at SiGMA Asia

BMM Testlabs was pleased to exhibit at the SiGMA Asia tradeshow at the SMX Convention Centre in Manila. BMM Testlabs is proud to maintain its position as the global market leader in gaming product testing and certification, offering unparalleled value to Asian and global customers. Jeffrey Fong, VP Business Development, Asia, commented, “BMM is happy to report a surge in demand for our specialized expertise across Asia’s iGaming and land-based markets following the SiGMA Asia tradeshow. Our services in demand include certification testing, RNG and RTP evaluation, compliance consulting, cybersecurity services, VA/PT, and ISS/ISMS audits. Our team of experts at BMM remains focused on delivering top-notch services and guidance to help Asian content providers and operators expand into global regulated markets, including the United States, Europe, South Africa, and beyond.” Yi Miin Heng, Client Services Manager, Asia, continued, “BMM has been committed to servicing Filipino gambling markets for over a decade. Our local presence and regional team support regulators and customers alike, ensuring compliance throughout regulated markets. We are proud to provide the best customer experience for on-time and in-budget certification, with solutions specific to the market. This is an exciting time, as the gambling industry in the Philippines is quickly emerging as a leading gaming hub in Asia for both online and land-based gaming. We are excited to see PAGCOR’s remote betting initiative, Philippine Inland Gaming Operator (PIGO), become a game changing innovation for local licensing in the online market.” BMM Testlabs is the trusted testing laboratory for iGaming compliance services throughout Asia. BMM’s unparalleled understanding of the region’s technical compliance requirements, high-quality product testing, and dedicated customer support services ensure customer confidence in their choice of testing...

BMM Testlabs Welcomes Mike Van Ermen as Vice President of Business Development

BMM Testlabs is pleased to welcome Mike Van Ermen as the Vice President of Business Development at the company’s Las Vegas headquarters. Van Ermen will report to the Executive Vice President of the North American region. Travis Foley, Executive Vice President, commented, “BMM is experiencing very exciting growth, which has allowed us to further expand our leadership team. Mike joins BMM with a focused approach derived from his vast business development experience in the sportsbook, iGaming, hospitality, and technology fields. The North American sportsbook ecosystem has launched impressive growth in recent years, and Mike has had significant positions at the forefront of this evolution. His extensive leadership experience in sportsbook operations will generate great success for our North American business development team.” Mike Van Ermen continued, “I am fortunate to join BMM’s talented and experienced business development team during a time of record growth for the company. Working in the Las Vegas headquarters of the most experienced gaming certification laboratory in the world is a very exciting opportunity for me. In my previous position, I opened both online and retail sportsbooks, which has contributed to my passion for the success of the industry. I am committed to contributing my sportsbook operator and vendor knowledge toward new ventures and providing elevated service levels to our partners at BMM.” Van Ermen brings extensive experience in sportsbook operations to BMM. In his previous role he served as Vice President of Business Development, North America, for an award-winning sportsbook and iGaming supplier, overseeing the North American business...

BMM Testlabs Announces Promotion of Nick Demus to Vice President of Strategic Accounts

BMM Testlabs is pleased to announce the promotion of Nick Demus to Vice President of Strategic Accounts at the company’s Las Vegas headquarters. Demus will report to the Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts for the North American region. Robert Reyes, Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts, commented, “I am very pleased to have the opportunity to promote our qualified talent in BMM’s North American business development team. Nick has an impressive background in key areas of the gaming industry, and he has proven his commitment to the success of BMM’s partners. His individual strengths with strategic planning, product knowledge, and executive development training position him to provide the quality support that BMM’s partners expect.” Demus continued, “I am very grateful for this promotion, and look forward to enhancing BMM’s innovative partnership style with our highly respected clientele. BMM has serviced the global gaming industry for over 40 years, and we work diligently to exceed client expectations. I will use my expanded responsibilities to encourage our team to continue working attentively, ensuring that BMM’s partners always achieve their product certification goals.” Demus joined BMM in 2022 as Senior Director of Strategic Client Development before accepting the Vice President of Strategic Accounts...

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BMM Testlabs Receives First Brazilian License in Paraná