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Provided by Cristina Romero de Alba
GLOBAL Gaming and Gambling
Legal professional with over a decade of experience specializing in international clients and gaming regulations (Spain, LATAM, and EU). Expertise includes advising gaming operators, suppliers, governments, and investors in Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Latin America, as well as in infrastructure and mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Former analyst at Credit Suisse and associate at Clifford Chance, with current board memberships in organizations such as Gentoo Media and Omnigame ApS. Professor at IE Business School since 2012, startup mentor, and contributor to editorial boards on gaming law. Fluent or native in Spanish, English, German, French and Portuguese.
Bar of Madrid
IAGA (International Association of Gaming Advisors)
FCA (Financial Conduct Authority)
CNMV (Spanish Securities and Exchange Commission – registered financial advisor)
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Cristina's team at LOYRA has continued to advise on major regulatory efforts and transactions in the gaming industry (both domestic and cross border) in over 40 jurisdictions. The team continues to grow and has a proven track record executing the most complex M&A, financing and market entry transactions across Europe and the Americas participating in landmark deals.
With over 15 years of experience in the gaming and gambling industry, Cristina has worked across more than 30 countries, specializing in mergers & acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and strategic market entry. She has played a key role in high-profile transactions, regulatory negotiations, and licensing processes, advising operators, investors, and stakeholders on navigating complex legal and commercial landscapes. Her expertise spans corporate structuring, risk management, and compliance frameworks, ensuring sustainable growth and regulatory alignment in diverse jurisdictions. As a recognized leader in the field, Cristina continues to drive innovation and strategic expansion in the global gaming sector.
Iberia, Europe and the American with an extensive network and experience in LATAM (incl. Brazil Mexico, Chile, Ecuador, Colombia, Perú etc.)
-Spanish (Native or bilingual proficiency)
-English (Native or bilingual proficiency)
-French (Basic professional proficiency)
-German (Native or bilingual proficiency)
-Portuguese (Basic professional proficiency)
-LOYRA Abogados, Partner (May. 2011- Present)
-Gentoo Media, Member Board of Directors (2024-Present)
-Alantra Asset Management SGIIC S.A., Business Partner (2023- Present)
-Omnigame ApS, Member Board of Directors (2023-Present)
-International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG), Board Member (2023- Present)
-Mentor, Conector Startup Accelerator (2015- Present)
-Gaming Law Review and Economics, Editorial Board Member (2015- Present)
-IE Business School, Academic Direction (2012- Present)
-Novomatic, Advisory Board Member (2017-2020)
-Clifford Chance, Associate (2006-2011)
-Credit Suisse First Boston (London & New York), Analyst (2005-2006)
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
Law and Business Management
1999 - 2005
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Business Administration and Management - W50 Program
2013 - 2013
Provided by Chambers
Cristina De Alba assists in acquisitions in the industry, as well as regulatory and licensing matters. She has strong experience of European and Latin American matters.
Provided by Chambers
Cristina's industry knowledge is well recognised by the entire market.
I very much enjoy working with Cristina. She is responsive, reliable and very attuned to the needs and concerns of her clients.
Cristina's industry knowledge is well recognised by the entire market.
I very much enjoy working with Cristina. She is responsive, reliable and very attuned to the needs and concerns of her clients.
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