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PAYSAFECARD APPOINTS WALTER TAUCHNER AS VICE PRESIDENT OF PARTNER MANAGEMENT

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Posted on October 9, 2014

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Walter Tauchner Joins Paysafecard Leadership

paysafecard, a global leader in prepaid payments and a member of the international Skrill Group, has appointed Walter Tauchner as Vice President of Partner Management. In his new role, Tauchner (47) is responsible for the expansion of co-operations with partners in the digital entertainment and e-commerce industry. In order to contribute to the ambitious growth targets of paysafecard, Tauchner will also expand the number of such partnerships significantly.

Tauchner’s Professional Background and Experience

Tauchner, a graduated business economist, has previously worked for companies such as Winterthur / Credit Suisse Group in CEE where he gained broad management experiences as CEO in Hungary and as a member of the board of directors for subsidiaries in Slovakia, the Czech Republic and Poland. In the financial sector, Tauchner successfully managed the consulting company ONNEA KFT for seven years as a partner and co-owner.

Walter Tauchner

Walter Tauchner

Focus on Agile Development and Management

At paysafecard, Tauchner spearheads a team of experts which focuses on agile development methods and modern structures. Tauchner sees his new position at paysafecard as a “great opportunity and a unique challenge in a very exciting industry.”

Partner Management’s Role in Growth Strategy

Udo Müller, CEO of paysafecard, is pleased to welcome Tauchner on board: “Partner management is crucial for our growth strategy. With strong partnerships, we want to make the final step into the ‘Premium League’ of digital business in the coming months and years, and strengthen our position. This requires creative minds with the right know-how for our industry and future developments in our markets. Walter Tauchner fulfills these requirements comprehensively, and therefore completes our team perfectly.”

Key Takeaways

  • Walter Tauchner appointed VP of Partner Management at paysafecard to drive partnerships in digital entertainment and e‑commerce.
  • Tauchner brings extensive CEE financial leadership experience including roles at Credit Suisse Group and ONNEA KFT.
  • He will lead an agile partner management team to significantly expand strategic co‑operations.
  • CEO Udo Müller emphasizes partner management as key to paysafecard’s growth into the 'Premium League'.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Walter Tauchner?
He is a business economist and former CEO in Hungary for Winterthur/Credit Suisse Group, board member in Slovakia, Czech Republic and Poland, and co‑owner of consulting firm ONNEA KFT.
What is his new role at paysafecard?
Vice President of Partner Management, responsible for expanding partnerships in digital entertainment and e‑commerce, and leading an agile team.
Why is this appointment significant?
Strengthening partner management is central to paysafecard’s strategy to enter the “Premium League” of digital business and support ambitious growth targets.
Who commented on the appointment?
CEO Udo Müller welcomed Tauchner, highlighting the importance of creative, knowledgeable partner management for future industry developments.

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