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Robert Dighero, ex QXL, invests in Martingale |
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Robert Dighero, until recently the CFO of Tradus plc (previously known as QXL ricardo plc), has today invested in Martingale Internet Technologies. During his ten years at Tradus Robert steered it through its start-up phase, rapid growth, IPO (a dual listing on Nasdaq and LSE) and eventually a £1 billion public take-over by Naspers. Prior to this, Robert was CFO of AOL UK between 1995 and 1998, building the finance function from scratch during its rapid expansion, at the same time becoming the most profitable AOL Europe operation. Roles before that included that of M&A at Bertelsmann USA (1995) where Robert developed and led acquisition, investment and joint venture strategy for Bertelsmann New Media in the US, and Commercial Manager at Verulam Investments (1991 – 1993), an information and media investment company, with an interlude in 1994 at Insead for an MBA (Dean’s List). Robert started his career at Bain & Co, (1989 – 1991), having left Cambridge with a First class degree and MA in Engineering. Robert says "Toy Collector's combination of social media with a wiki that acts as a catalogue for every toy ever produced and an online marketplace is a powerful mix which has an excellent chance to develop a leading position in this area of the huge collectibles market. Once proven there are many other equally interesting niches which the business could develop into."
Christian Braun, CEO of Martingale says "We are excited about having Robert on board. His excellent knowledge of online marketplaces has already added huge value. His experience is an outstanding fit with the existing management team."
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