Konami Gaming Inc. announced the appointment of veteran Victor Duarte to senior vice president & chief product & strategy officer, to support continued expansion of its world-class research and development. Duarte brings more than 20 years of experience in the global gaming and lottery industry, with expertise spanning multiple operational disciplines. As Konami´s senior vice president & chief product & strategy officer, he is responsible for leading the company´s games R&D, including vision, conceptualization, strategy, and execution.