North American organisation DarkZero Esports has named Tommy Padula as new Head of Partnerships. 

Padula is joining DarkZero from MGM Resorts, where he was Manager of Corporate Partnerships at its Sports and Entertainment Division. However, after suffering a car accident, and MGM announcing mass layoffs due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he made the decision to move to esports. 

In his new role, Padula will looking to build partnerships, as well as overseeing existing ones like the recently announced deal with UK-based esports apparel company Raven. 

Commenting on joining DarkZero, Padula said:

“As soon as I recovered I was looking for a new opportunity but with Covid, suddenly a lot of my network was also looking for work. DarkZero’s search for a Head of Partnerships was a perfect opportunity for me because it combined my passions for entertainment, gaming and sports.

“I believe that there is an opportunity to partner with properties on The Strip and build a lasting relationship with some of the global brands housed in Las Vegas. Vegas is the world capital of sports and entertainment and a home for incredible and unique brands. Esports is a global entertainment platform making it a natural fit for this city.”

While CEO of DarkZero Esports, Zach Matula, added:

“Tommy brings with him years of experience working with the world’s largest and most prestigious brands. He will now lead the effort at DarkZero to build meaningful relationships with our growing list of partners in Las Vegas and the esports industry.”

Though based in Houston, Texas, in September DarkZero revealed its new 8,000 sq ft gaming house in Las Vegas, giving its players a base in Sin City. The organisation currently fields a roster in Rainbow Six Siege. 

AYO.NEWS says:

The flow of talent from the traditional gaming and sports worlds to esports seems to be increasing with each month that goes by. And, with COVID-19 still hanging around, and cities like Las Vegas struggling to adapt to new realities, esports offer rare opportunities for growth and optimism. 

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