Ivan Filletti
Chief Executive Officer of GamingMalta
Ivan Filletti is the Chief Executive Officer of GamingMalta, the non-profit foundation established by the Government of Malta and the Malta Gaming Authority to position Malta as a global hub for gaming, esports, and iGaming innovation. Since taking the helm in 2016, Filletti has overseen the expansion of Malta’s gaming ecosystem, attracting international talent and encouraging Maltese professionals abroad to return home. He is a regular keynote speaker at major industry conferences such as NEXT.io, PLAYCON Summit, and Develop Conference, and has collaborated with bodies including the Ministry for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects, GMR, and Agora Gaming Partners.
Before leading GamingMalta, Filletti built a career in advertising and marketing. He was the CEO of TBWA\ANG, a leading Maltese advertising agency, where he guided the firm to become one of the most sought-after agencies in the region, winning multiple industry awards. His background also includes an earlier stint as Chief Operations Officer at GamingMalta prior to his promotion to CEO, though exact dates for these roles are not publicly documented. Filletti is recognized for his advocacy of digital transformation and data-driven strategies within the creative sector.
Under his leadership, GamingMalta has driven initiatives that strengthen Malta’s position in commercial gaming and esports infrastructure. Filletti’s professional journey reflects a blend of creative industry leadership and deep expertise in the regulated gaming space, making him a prominent voice in global iGaming policy and innovation.