tal raps
@talraps
iGaming sales leader driving revenue growth, team development, and cross-functional commercial strategy.
What I'm looking for
I'm an iGaming sales and business development leader with over a decade of experience on both affiliate and operator sides, now based in Belgrade. I have a track record of bootstrapping and leading initiatives that delivered 45% sales growth in under two years, managed 100+ clients, and scaled commercial teams while collaborating with C-level stakeholders.
I excel at building and training sales teams, implementing streamlined cross-department processes, and executing targeted marketing to maximize profitability. I bring hands-on affiliate and PPC expertise across casino, sports, bingo and other verticals, plus leadership experience as CCO and senior business development manager.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development Consultant
Blexr LTD
Jul 2025 - Present (4 months)
Consulting on commercial strategy and sales enablement for iGaming clients, driving client acquisition and process improvements to support revenue growth.
Chief Commercial Officer
Speed Media Group
Oct 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 7 months)
Led sales team and training programs, implemented cross-department processes, and executed marketing initiatives to improve profitability and expand business reach.
Senior Business Development Manager
Optival
Jan 2020 - Aug 2023 (3 years 7 months)
Managed business activities for the company's casino and bingo comparison websites (PPC), optimizing partnerships and traffic monetization to grow revenue.
Senior Business Development Manager
TrafficPoint Ltd
May 2017 - Dec 2019 (2 years 7 months)
Oversaw business operations for casino, sports and bingo comparison sites (PPC), driving commercial partnerships and market expansion.
Business Development Manager
TrafficPoint Ltd
Jun 2015 - Apr 2017 (1 year 10 months)
Launched new verticals and expanded revenue in US, UK, Germany and France while managing partnerships across multiple product verticals.
Affiliate Manager
TrafficPoint Ltd
Jun 2014 - Jun 2015 (1 year)
Served as exclusive online marketing agency for major brands, managing affiliate acquisition and campaign performance for casino partners.
Affiliate Manager
RevenueJet
Apr 2013 - Apr 2014 (1 year)
Managed affiliate traffic acquisition for four casino brands, optimizing channels and partnerships to improve acquisition efficiency.
Account Manager
TEENK Marketing Solutions
Jan 2012 - Jan 2013 (1 year)
Developed strategies and creative concepts, managed media buying and digital campaigns, and produced events for brand launches and commercials.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
College of Management
Bachelor of Arts, Communication and Management
2008 - 2011
Grade: Good
Completed a BA in Communication and Management, focusing on communication strategies and business management principles.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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