Joaquim Duarte Silva
About Joaquim Duarte Silva
Joaquim Duarte Silva is the Financial Director for Entain in Portugal, with a background in finance and management. He has held various roles in financial management and technology transfer, contributing to significant projects such as the acquisition of Bet.pt and its rebranding to bwin.pt.
Work at Entain
Joaquim Duarte Silva has served as the Financial Director for Entain in Portugal since 2021. In this role, he oversees financial operations and strategy within the Portuguese market. He played a significant role in the financial integration and handover of Bet.pt during its acquisition by Entain Plc for EUR 60 million. Additionally, he contributes to the rebranding of Bet.pt to bwin.pt, which became the name sponsor of the main soccer league in Portugal. Joaquim also manages a regional shared service center comprising 140 people, enhancing operational efficiency across the Latam and Iberia regions.
Education and Expertise
Joaquim Duarte Silva holds a Master’s degree in Finance from the University of Évora, which he completed from 2006 to 2007. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Management from ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics & Management between 1998 and 2002. In 2010, he studied Entrepreneurship and Business Management at IE Business School, focusing on Venture Capital and Business Finance. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in financial management and strategic planning.
Background
Joaquim Duarte Silva has a diverse professional background in finance and management. He began his career as a BES360 Account Manager at BES from 2006 to 2007. He then transitioned to roles such as Management Controller at Gertal from 2004 to 2006, and Marketing Controller at Johnson & Johnson for eight months in 2006. His experience includes working as a Funding Manager at ActualSales in 2011 and as a Manager at Leap - Flexible Offices from 2011 to 2012. He also served as a Manager at Easypay, focusing on finance, compliance, innovation, and partnerships from 2012 to 2016.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Joaquim Duarte Silva has made notable contributions to various organizations. He played a key role in the financial integration of Bet.pt during its acquisition by Entain Plc. His involvement in the rebranding of Bet.pt to bwin.pt marked a significant milestone, as it became the name sponsor of the main soccer league in Portugal. Joaquim's leadership in managing a regional shared service center demonstrates his ability to oversee large teams and enhance operational effectiveness across regions.