FanDuel Strengthens Government Relations Team with Two Key Hires
FanDuel announced that James Hartmann and Louis Trombetta have joined the company as Directors of Government Relations.
The hires come as FanDuel looks to strengthen its relationships in states where it operates and expand into new markets.
“As we continue to evolve our government relations team, we are excited to bring in two experienced professionals who understand our business, are deeply respected by legislators, and can help us continue to show the positive impact legal and regulated gaming can have for states,” said Cesar Fernandez, Head of State Government Relations at FanDuel.
James Hartmann
Hartmann started his career as a prosecutor in Chicago and New York City before moving into politics, eventually serving as Chief Counsel to the Illinois Speaker of the House and House Parliamentarian. Hartmann was the lead gaming attorney for the Illinois House, negotiating and drafting legislation that legalized sports betting in Illinois and authorized a new casino in Chicago.
"FanDuel has always stood out to me for the company’s innovation and its commitment to shaping the future of gaming in a responsible way,” said Hartmann. “I look forward to bringing my legislative and legal expertise to the team in a way that continues to support FanDuel’s growth.”
He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Kentucky and a JD from the University of Notre Dame. Hartmann was named to Chicago Lawyer Magazine’s 40 under 40 in 2023.
Louis Trombetta
Trombetta brings over a decade of gaming industry experience, including serving as the inaugural Executive Director of the Florida Gaming Control Commission, where he led the agency's legislative priorities and regulated the state's gaming industry.
“I'm thrilled to join FanDuel and transition from a regulatory role to working with an operator that is committed to building this industry in a sustainable manner,” said Trombetta. “I look forward to contributing to their continued success and helping to shape the future of the industry."
A graduate of the SUNY Brockport and the University of Florida Levin College of Law, Trombetta is a member of the International Masters of Gaming Law and former board member of the Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI).
