Tipico has named Mate Bacic as its new chief executive, with the change taking effect on 1 May 2026. The Tipico CEO appointment follows Banijay Group’s completed acquisition of the operator. Bacic takes over from Axel Hefer, who is stepping down after completing the sale process.

• Bacic has spent nearly ten years within Tipico Group and most recently led Atlas Group. In that role, he oversaw the integration of ADMIRAL Austria into the business. That process supported Tipico’s position in Austria alongside its German core market.
• Earlier, Bacic served as Managing Director of Tipico Retail Services GmbH. He played a role in building the company’s retail footprint across Germany and Austria. The network now includes more than 1,250 betting shops.
• As Tipico CEO, Bacic will focus on strengthening operations in Germany and Austria. The company operates across both online and retail channels in these markets. Bacic said: “We will accelerate innovation, invest in technology, and set new standards in service.”
• Hefer exits after leading the business through a period of structural change. During his tenure, Tipico sold its US business, acquired ADMIRAL Group and completed the Banijay deal. The Tipico CEO transition comes as the company moves into its next phase under new ownership.

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