Sportradar Group, a prominent player in the sports data, fan analytics, and betting market sectors, recently unveiled the addition of Behshad Behzadi as their Chief Technology Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CTO and CAIO). The appointment becomes effective from 1 May. Boasting extensive industry experience, Behzadi will take the lead in implementing state-of-the-art technological improvements to heighten Sportradar’s product suite.
Driving Technological Evolution at Sportradar
Behzadi is an experienced professional with more than two decades in the field. His background as a well-regarded computer scientist and international technology guru spans areas such as algorithms, search ranking, natural language processing, speech recognition, machine learning, and generative AI. His portfolio includes notable contributions to Google’s AI-first strategy, most visibly in products such as Google Assistant, Google Lens, Google Smart Display, and the Next Gen Assistant.
Aside from his new duties as Sportradar’s CTO and CAIO, Behzadi also holds a PhD in Bioinformatics from the esteemed Ecole Polytechnique in Paris and has participated in postdoctoral research at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics. His impressive credentials make him an exceptional fit for his current position in the company, which operates in the unique intersection of sports, technology and digital content.
Joining a forward-thinking company that values groundbreaking technology and encourages innovation is genuinely exciting.
Behshad Behzadi, Sportradar CTO and CAIO
In his new role at Sportradar, Behzadi will have direct reporting lines to the Chief Executive Officer, Carsten Koerl. He will strategize to strategically utilize artificial intelligence and advanced technology to refine product offerings and develop highly personalized experiences for sports enthusiasts. Furthermore, Behzadi will be responsible for driving operational efficiency initiatives and simplifying the company’s process workflows.
Continuing the Momentum of Growth at Sportradar
Behzadi joining the firm represents Sportradar’s second high-profile appointment in recent times. In April, the company welcomed Craig Felenstein as its new CFO, bolstering its executive ranks with his profound international experience and a successful background in establishing finance departments. Felenstein’s financial expertise should perfectly synergize with Behzadi’s technological prowess, significantly reinforcing Sportradar’s top-level management.
Emphasizing Behzadi’s unrivaled track record in capitalizing on generative AI and cutting-edge technologies, CEO Carsten Koerl voiced his delight in welcoming Behzadi. He touted Behzadi’s record of accomplishment in crafting and monetizing product strategies to expedite growth and promote innovation and applauded his proficiency in amplifying operational efficiency.
Behzadi’s sterling record of accomplishments will underscore our market dominance, ensuring Sportradar remains ahead in the technology race.
Carsten Koerl, Sportradar CEO
The addition of Behzadi to the executive team underscores Sportradar’s commitment to cultivating an exemplary management team poised to resolve upcoming industry complexities and utilize next-gen technologies. Equipped with Behzadi’s expertise, Sportradar aims to sustain its delivery of matchless experiences for sports fans around the globe, reinforcing strategic alliances to heighten fan interaction and secure sustained success.
