Fnatic - A profesional gaming team

The Management behind Fnatic all have one thing in common; they all share a huge passion for Electronic Sports, more commonly known as "esports". To turn enthusiasm, passion and entrepreneurial skills into a thriving global brand and business at the infancy of a new world sport.  Achieved through the creation of the most prolific, successful and well known team.

 Sam Mathews, Managing Director & Founder

Sam Mathews is the original founder of Fnatic. He has a keen eye for business and an entrepreneurial mindset. A fast learner who is efficient in management, development, marketing, as well being very personable and a friend to all. One of the key driving forces behind the Fnatic organization, he has a clear vision of where he sees gaming and Fnatic heading in the future.

Anne Mathews, Finance Director & Founder

Anne is the Finance Director of Fnatic. One of the newer members of gaming within the Fnatic management, she has definitely caught the bug and is getting more knowledge of the scene every day. Widely experienced with the handling of accounts, finance, and general admin, she is one of the core assets that have helped Fnatic reach what it has.

Neil Kirk, Business & Logistics Manager

Working closely with Sam Mathews, Neil (co-founder of TCM Gaming) has a clear vision of where he sees gaming and Fnatic heading in the future and will be responsible for ensuring that Fnatic continues its already successful path with his management, development, public relations and marketing abilities. Fnatic has established itself as a vibrant, well co-ordinated outfit and with Neil the management team will only emphasize this statement even further.

Elroy Pinto, General Manager 

 Elroy joined us in April 2006 from MYM as Coverage Director and he has since then impressed everyone at Fnatic with his dedication and motivation. He is an integral part of the Fnatic family nowadays. While he started as Warcraft 3 team manager, he is now General Manager of Fnatic and looks after all our RTS teams. Elroy aims to ensure 2011 is another successful year for himself and for Fnatic.

Patrik Sattermon, Chief Gaming Officer

Patrik was captain of the Fnatic Counter-Strike team since 2006 to 2012, a real legend in the game. Over the time as team leader he has picked up on how to organize and run a team. His involvement with Fnatic has always been great and now he has also started as Chief Gaming Officer for the organization. His knowledge on how to handle players and his dedication are incredible. 

 Danijel Remus, General, Heroes of Newerth & PLAY/BEAT IT Manager

Danijel has been an integral part of Fnatic since early 2009, coming to Fnatic from Gravitas Danijel has brought a lot to the table.  Taking over as the lead admin of the Fnatic PLAY project, he has shaped it into one of the most prominent online tournament and cup platforms in E-Sports.  His work ethic is nothing but relentless, constantly taking on new projects and tasks at Fnatic.

Matthew Gillott, General & Marketing Manager

Matt joined us in August 2011 after working at ESL UK. He's an essential member of our Management team. He's the one who communicates with sponsors, making sure everything is running smooth. His great marketing vision brings us exciting competitions, promotions and events. Finally, it's always nice to have a keen rugby player on your team. 

Alexander Zavoloka, Editor in Chief

Alex became part of Fnatic in January 2012. He's been part of e-sport scene since 2002, having worked for most of major Russian e-sport websites and even building a couple of his own. He has covered over 70 tournaments worldwide, he's now on a mission to turn Fnatic.com into a solid news outlet, your number one source for everything Fnatic. He also finds writing his own description a bit awkward.