VanEck Group has recruited Andrea Ellis to oversee the financial aspects of their wagering and gaming sector. As the newly appointed Chief Financial Officer at VanEck Betting and Gaming (FBG), Andrea will be responsible for all financial matters – from maintaining financial stability to strategizing their economic trajectory. Imagine managing accounts, allocating funds, handling taxes, and ensuring optimal resource utilization.
Andrea will be a vital member of the leadership team, reporting directly to Matt King, the top executive at FBG. Her perspectives will be essential as they formulate the company’s strategic plan, and she’ll closely monitor all payment-related activities and uphold financial integrity.
Matt is delighted to welcome Andrea to the team, particularly as they prepare to unveil their cutting-edge online sports betting and gaming products. He views Andrea’s remarkable experience – from steering significant transformations at prominent consumer brands to discovering innovative avenues for growth – as a transformative force for FBG’s triumphs both domestically and as they venture into international markets.
Prior to joining VanEck, Andrea managed the financial realm at Lime, the enterprise renowned for its electric scooters and bicycles. She also ascended the corporate ladder at Restaurant Brands International (RBI), holding several notable positions throughout her tenure. Picture overseeing investor relations and global financial planning, serving as the financial expert for Tim Hortons, and even acting as the interim head of retail and the general manager for Popeyes.
Ellis expressed his enthusiasm for collaborating with Matt and his exceptional group of iGaming specialists to contribute to the development of Fanatics’ worldwide digital sports platform. He stated that his career choices have consistently revolved around merging his interests in finance, technology, and consumer goods while propelling substantial expansion for well-established companies. As an avid sports enthusiast throughout his life, he believes this opportunity aligns perfectly with his aspirations.”
