Wimhaen
About Me
I am an esports operations professional with experience supporting international tournaments, publishers, tournament organizers, and competitive teams across the global esports industry. My expertise includes tournament planning and operations, player and team management, hospitality, and esports-focused translation and interpretation, allowing me to contribute across every stage of an event. Driven by precision, adaptability, and a strong attention to detail, I thrive in fast-paced environments where seamless execution and clear communication are essential. My objective is to help organizations deliver world-class esports experiences through reliable operational support and a commitment to excellence.
TETO Games
Head of Operations
& Esports Manager
2026 - Present
As Head of Operations & Esports Manager at TETO Games, I specialize in designing and delivering scalable esports ecosystems that combine competitive integrity, operational excellence, and exceptional player experiences. From tournament architecture and rulebook development to large-scale event execution, I transform complex competitive projects into structured, high-performing operations.
I lead the complete operational lifecycle of esports events by building efficient workflows, managing tournament administration teams, and ensuring seamless execution at every stage. Through process optimization, performance management, and strategic planning, I help organizations deliver competitions that are reliable, professional, and built to scale.
Working closely with leading game publishers such as Riot Games, Ubisoft, and Tencent, I coordinate official requirements, manage stakeholder communication, and ensure every project aligns with publisher standards and competitive best practices. Whether supporting publishers, tournament organizers, esports teams, or brands, my goal is to create operational systems that drive successful events, strengthen long-term partnerships, and elevate the overall competitive experience.
I specialize in professional player operations and hospitality within the esports industry, supporting players and teams throughout the full competition journey. My responsibilities span travel coordination, accommodation, airport transfers, accreditation, scheduling, on-site support, and day-to-day operational management.
I work closely with tournament leadership, production teams, team staff, player representatives, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and efficient coordination across multiple departments. By managing operational processes with precision and responding quickly to evolving requirements, I help create an environment where players and teams can remain focused on competition while their logistical needs are handled seamlessly.
My approach is centered on reliability, attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and a player-focused service mindset. I aim to deliver consistent, high-level operational support across international esports environments, contributing to smooth tournament execution and a professional experience for every participant.
My experience includes supporting Tier 1 international esports competitions, including BLAST R6 RE 2025 in Brazil, where I was responsible for professional player operations and hospitality services.
BLAST ApS
Player Manager
2025 - Present
ESL FACEIT Group
Senior Player Hospitality Manager
2024 - Present
I was selected to support multiple editions of the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, contributing to player operations and hospitality across some of the world’s largest esports competitions. My experience covered a diverse portfolio of premier titles, including Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (Wildcards 2025, MWI 2025, MSC 2024 & 2025), PUBG (2025), PUBG Mobile (2024), Apex Legends (2024), Call of Duty: Warzone (2024), and Counter-Strike 2 (2025).
As a Player Hospitality Specialist, I was responsible for managing the end-to-end operational experience of professional players and teams. This included travel coordination, accommodation, airport transfers, accreditation, scheduling, player services, and on-site logistics. My focus was to ensure that players could remain fully focused on competition while their operational and logistical requirements were managed efficiently, proactively, and to the highest professional standards.
Working closely with tournament leadership, production teams, team management, player representatives, and cross-functional stakeholders, I facilitated communication across multiple departments, responded to time-sensitive operational requirements, and resolved logistical challenges throughout each competition. Supporting hundreds of players and staff from around the world required a high level of precision, adaptability, discretion, and operational awareness, particularly within the fast-paced environment of Tier 1 international esports.
Following my previous contributions, I was selected to return to the Esports World Cup in 2026 in a Senior Player Hospitality Specialist capacity. Although I was ultimately unable to attend due to visa circumstances beyond my control, the selection reflected the trust placed in my experience and ability to take on greater responsibility within player operations at the highest level of international esports.
As Team Manager at Alliance, I was responsible for building structured operational workflows that enabled players and coaching staff to perform at their highest level throughout the season.
My responsibilities included coordinating training schedules, managing daily team operations, organizing logistics, communicating with third-party partners, and ensuring every aspect of the team's competitive environment ran efficiently. By maintaining clear operational processes and supporting the team's day-to-day needs, I allowed players to focus entirely on their preparation and performance.
Throughout the season, I contributed to the team's promotion from Division 2 to Division 1, supporting the operational structure behind a successful campaign that concluded with a second-place finish. My focus was on delivering reliable team management, effective coordination, and professional operational support that strengthened both team performance and organizational efficiency.
Alliance
Team Manager
2022 - 2022
COOLGUYS
Team Manager
2021 - 2022
As Team Manager for COOLGUYS, I was responsible for overseeing the team's daily operations and creating a structured environment that allowed players to focus entirely on their competitive performance.
My responsibilities included coordinating training schedules, managing team logistics, communicating with tournament organizers, and ensuring the roster was prepared for domestic and international competitions. By maintaining efficient operational workflows and supporting both players and staff, I helped establish a professional environment that enabled the team to perform consistently throughout the season.
The roster featured several players who later progressed to Tier 1 esports organizations, highlighting the high level of talent within the team and the competitive environment we built together. My focus was on delivering reliable team management, operational excellence, and the organizational support required for players to perform at their highest level.
During my time at Team Reaction, I served in both Team Manager and General Manager roles, overseeing the organization's competitive operations while supporting its long-term growth and development.
As Team Manager, I was responsible for building structured training environments, coordinating daily team operations, managing player schedules, and ensuring the roster was fully prepared for competition. My focus was on creating efficient workflows that allowed players and coaching staff to perform at their highest level while maintaining a professional and organized competitive environment.
After transitioning into the General Manager role, my responsibilities expanded to include overseeing multiple rosters, managing operational strategy, leading sponsorship discussions, and building relationships with tournament organizers and external partners. I coordinated the organization's competitive activities, supported business development initiatives, and ensured that both operational and administrative processes were aligned with the team's long-term objectives.
By combining hands-on team management with organizational leadership, I helped strengthen Team Reaction's competitive structure, improve operational efficiency, and establish lasting relationships within the Turkish esports ecosystem. During this period, the organization developed and supported players who went on to compete at the highest levels of national and international esports, earning championship titles and continuing to achieve success throughout their professional careers. My focus was on building sustainable systems that supported player development, competitive performance, and long-term organizational growth.
Team Reaction
Team Manager
& General Manager
2016 - 2019
BPI Gaming
Team Manager
2017 - 2017
As Team Manager for BPI Gaming, I was responsible for managing the team's competitive operations and creating a structured environment that supported high-level performance.
The roster featured highly skilled players, including two members who were ranked among the top 10 European players at the time, making BPI Gaming one of the most dominant teams in the Turkish competitive scene. My responsibilities included establishing training structures, managing daily and weekly schedules, coordinating team operations, and ensuring players had the necessary environment to compete at their highest level.
Beyond internal team management, I coordinated with tournament organizers and external partners to secure participation in competitive events and maintain the team's presence across the esports ecosystem. Through effective planning, communication, and operational support, I helped build a professional team structure around a roster with exceptional individual talent.
Several players from this roster continued their careers at higher levels of competition, with members progressing into advanced roles within the esports industry, including Tier 1 level coaching. My focus was on providing the operational foundation, structure, and support required for talented players to develop and succeed in competitive esports.
Get in Touch
Whether you're organizing an event, managing a team, or looking for operational support, I'm here to help. With experience working alongside leading organizations in the global esports industry, I provide reliable, detail-driven solutions tailored to the unique demands of every project.
Let's connect and discuss how I can help bring your next project to life.