SBC News German DSWV strengthens policy arm with Dr Bastian Scholz appointment

German DSWV strengthens policy arm with Dr Bastian Scholz appointment

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Dr Bastian Scholz

German trade association for the sports betting industry Deutsche Sportwettenverband (DSWV) has strengthened its governance by appointing Dr Bastian Scholz to the new position of Policy Advisor.

Scholz an expert in German national public policy has undertaken numerous research projects for political party Christian Democratic Union (CDU).  Scholz further holds a doctorate from specialist engineering university ’ Technische Chemnitz’ and has lectured on effective policy planning at FAU Erlangen Nurnberg.

The DSWV seeks to strengthen its policy advisory as Wiesbaden Courts move to lift the Hesse cap on German sports betting licenses, with a view of aligning its industry framework with European Union business policy and fair competition practices.

Joining DSWV as Policy Advisor, Scholz will aid the organisations senior management with regards to industry policy concerns, stakeholder representation, effective licensing and any potential legal roadblocks.

In his new role, Scholz will report directly to DSWV Chief Executive Luca Andric. DSWV members include betting operators; Betfair, SkyBet, Tipico, bet-at-home and Interwetten

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