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David Natroshvili

David Natroshvili
David Natroshvili in 2019
Born	March 21 Georgia
Alma mater	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Occupation	Businessman
Years active	2018-present
Known for	iGaming and Aviator
Title	Founder and CEO of Spribe
Website	https://spribe.co

David Natroshvili (born March 21, in Georgia) is a serial entrepreneur and executive with over 25 years of experience across a diverse range of industries. He is best known as the founder and CEO of Spribe, a company that has become a market leader in the iGaming industry. Through its innovative offerings, including the renowned Aviator game, Spribe has revolutionized the online gambling market.

Early Life and Education

David Natroshvili was born on March 21, in Georgia, but the exact year of his birth is not publicly known.

Education:

• Kutztown University of Pennsylvania – MBA, Business Administration and Management, 2001-2002
• Georgian Institute of Public Affairs (GIPA) – MPA, Public Administration, 1999-2000
• Georgian Technical University – BA, Bachelor of Arts in Jurisprudence, 1996-1999

Career

Spribe

David Natroshvili founded Spribe in 2018, a software development company specializing in innovative applications for the iGaming industry. Under his leadership, Spribe has become a prominent market player, particularly known for pioneering the Crash Game genre with its popular game Aviator.

The success of Aviator has been remarkable, with over 42 million monthly active players and more than 7 million monthly active users (MAUs) worldwide. The game has been integrated into over 1,700 brands globally and is licensed in more than 25 jurisdictions. As a result, Spribe has solidified its position as a leader in the Arcade/Crash gaming sector.

The development of Aviator was led by Shalva Bukia, the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Spribe, who played a pivotal role in the game's innovation. Bukia, a graduate of Georgian Technical University with a BA in Computer Engineering, began his career as a UI Designer before co-founding several successful ventures, including Spribe, Charte, and In2Circle.

Ministry of Agriculture of Georgia

Before his entrepreneurial career, David Natroshvili held several prominent governmental roles in Georgia. From November 2012 to July 2014, he served as Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Agriculture of Georgia, working under David Kirvalidze (October 2012 – April 2013) and Shalva Pipia (April 2013 – 2014). In this role, Natroshvili contributed to the development of policies and initiatives aimed at improving agricultural practices, enhancing food security, and ensuring the sustainability of the agricultural sector in Georgia.

Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia

From November 2006 to January 2008, Natroshvili served as the First Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, under Giorgi Arveladze. In this capacity, he acted as the primary representative of the Minister of Economic Development, overseeing critical projects in the transport and communications sectors. Natroshvili played a leading role in the country’s largest privatization and investment negotiations. During his tenure, he managed a team of 220 employees and provided strategic direction for the ministry’s initiatives.

State Enterprise Management Agency

From July 2005 to November 2006, Natroshvili was the Chairman of the State Enterprise Management Agency in Georgia. In this role, he managed state-owned properties and led the privatization process, resulting in a 250% increase in state budget revenues from privatization. He also coordinated investment negotiations, advising the Georgian government on various potential deals.

Georgian National Investment Agency

In 2004, Natroshvili was appointed as Director of the Georgian National Investment Agency. His efforts focused on attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) to Georgia. Natroshvili was responsible for organizing the "Invest in Georgia" forums, which promoted the country to international investors. He also established a "One Stop Shop" to assist potential investors with information on Georgia’s business environment, tax laws, and regulations.

Sales Management Specialist at Transamerica

David Natroshvili worked as a Sales Management Specialist at Transamerica from 2002 to March 2004 in the Richmond, Virginia Area. During this time, he participated in a selective fast-track management MBA Leadership Program, providing him with advanced leadership training. He worked closely with District Managers on various sales projects and initiatives. Additionally, he was responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring that processes ran smoothly, and maintaining open communication with the management team to address any operational challenges.

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Personal Life

Details about Natroshvili's personal life remain private.

Legacy

David Natroshvili’s career spans both the public and private sectors, with significant contributions to Georgia's economic development and innovations in the iGaming industry. Through his work at Spribe, particularly with the Aviator game, Natroshvili has left a lasting impact on both national economic strategies and the global digital entertainment market.

References

1. "Meet the Man Behind Aviator: Shalva Bukia." Comparasino. https://comparasino.com/meet-the-man-behind-aviator-shalva-bakia-comparasino/
2. "The man who changed the iGaming industry!" Business Insider. https://www.businessinsider.com/sc/how-igaming-industry-is-evolving-future-impacts