Arnd Benninghoff joins NODWIN Gaming Board of Directors

Arnd Benninghoff is currently the Executive Vice President of Gaming at Modern Times Group

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Published: Mar 16, 2026 10:44 AM  | 2 min read
Arnd Benninghoff joins NODWIN Gaming Board
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NODWIN Gaming has announced a number of strategic steps as it progresses towards a potential public listing. The company has launched a pre-IPO fundraising round and appointed industry veteran Arnd Benninghoff to its Board of Directors.

Benninghoff brings experience in the global gaming and media sectors and currently serves as Executive Vice President of Gaming at Modern Times Group (MTG), where he has been responsible for the group’s gaming investments and portfolio development since 2014.

His professional background includes roles as Chief Digital Officer at ProSiebenSat.1 Media AG, Managing Director of SevenVentures, and Chief Executive Officer of Holtzbrinck eLAB. Benninghoff began his career in journalism, working with Deutsche Presse Agentur and several television networks.

“I have long admired NODWIN Gaming’s incredible trajectory and its unique ability to build vibrant, community-first ecosystems in the world’s most dynamic markets. The company sits at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and technology, making it one of the most exciting players in the global gaming landscape today. I am honored to join the Board and look forward to working closely with Akshat and the team to leverage my experience in strategic investment and digital media to help drive NODWIN’s next chapter of growth and innovation.” - Arnd Benninghoff, Executive Vice President of Gaming, MTG.

“Arnd is a rare leader who understands the entire lifecycle of the gaming and media ecosystem, from the boots-on-the-ground reality of building startups to the strategic complexity of managing multi-billion dollar global portfolios. His vision for the future of interactive entertainment aligns perfectly with our goal to become the definitive voice of gaming and youth culture in the Global South. Arnd’s insights will be invaluable as we continue to scale our IPs and explore new frontiers in youth entertainment. Arnd’s insights will be invaluable and we are thrilled to welcome Arnd to the NODWIN Gaming Board of Directors at such a pivotal moment in our global expansion.” - Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder and Managing Director, NODWIN Gaming.

Published On: Mar 16, 2026 10:44 AM