MP & Silva CEO, Marco Auletta

London – The Board of MP & Silva announced a new executive management structure that will enable the company to continue developing its leadership as the fastest growing media rights group in the sports industry.

Roberto Dalmiglio, currently Group Commercial Director, will be appointed Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) with overall responsibility for the execution of the company’s strategic priorities and commercial plans globally.

Dalmiglio will be supported by Roland Nikolaou, as Vice President of Global Sales, and by Jeroen Oerlemans, as Vice President of Global Acquisitions.

Konstantinos Filippas joins the group as Managing Director, Europe, supervising European operations and managing MP & Silva’s Europe sales team.

Jeroen Oerlemans was previously at ESPN UK and Konstantinos Filippas was former VP Content at OTE Greece, whilst Roland Nikolaou was already a member of the MP & Silva sales team.

Marco Auletta will be Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company.

This structure reflects the interconnected nature and strategic importance of day-to-day operations, the company’s relationships with its clients and partners, and the international vision of MP & Silva.

Peter Hutton, joint Chief Executive Officer, will return to the broadcasting industry in the New Year. During his tenure Hutton gave the board strategic advice and worked in various successful projects across the globe.

“It’s been a thoroughly enjoyable two years with a remarkable company. I’m sorry to leave some great people in a thriving business, but have decided that after a small break that the time will be right to return to the broadcast industry, said Peter Hutton, previous joint CEO of MP & Silva “In particular I’d like to thank the MP & Silva board and owners for their backing and vision in my time with the firm and look forward to watching their continued success”

Marco Auletta, MP & Silva CEO, commented on Peter Hutton’s departure, “It’s been a pleasure working with Peter and I wish to thank him for his contributions over the past two years.”

Commenting on the new structure, Auletta said, “This marks another step in MP & Silva’s evolution. After a very successful year, in which we continued to extend the reach of our sports partners globally, we look to continue growing our team of international experts with local knowledge, which is the key of our strategy and success.”