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Industry
March 13, 2023
AGCO’s CEO Mungham to Resign This Fall
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced that Tom Mungham, its current registrar and chief executive officer, has decided to retire from his current roles this fall. The regulator will now look out for a suitable replacement with the help of an executive search firm. In the meantime, Mungham will continue serving as […]
Business
March 10, 2023
SkyCity Selects Shaun Philp Chief People and Culture Officer
The New Zealand gaming and entertainment company, SkyCity Entertainment Group, announced a senior-level appointment. On Friday, the company confirmed it has selected human resources expert and proven leader, Shaun Philp, for the role of chief people and culture officer. Although the appointment came this week, Philp will assume the new role starting on September 4, […]
Business
March 9, 2023
Future Anthem Names Jessica Wu Head of Marketing
Fast-growing AI and gaming data science powerhouse, Future Anthem, announced it expanded its team of experts. The company confirmed Wednesday that it has selected Jessica Wu for the role of head of marketing. The senior-level appointment comes at a time when Future Anthem plans further growth and complements its ambitious goals for expansion. Joining the […]
Business
March 9, 2023
After Interim Period, FSB Keeps Adam Smith as CEO
The global iGaming and sports betting business-to-business (B2B) supplier, FSB, announced that his interim chief executive officer (CEO), Adam Smith, has assumed a full-time role with the company. It was back in December 2022 when Smith was selected as interim CEO. Now, after a successful three-month interim period, FSB confirmed that Smith will assume the […]
Business
March 9, 2023
Debra Nutton Joins Everi’s Board of Directors
The leading global supplier of technology solutions for the gambling industry, Everi Holdings, confirmed a senior-level appointment Wednesday. The company revealed it appointed Debra Nutton to its Board of Directors. Although the announcement was made this week, Everi explained that the appointment will be effective as of April 1, 2023. Joining the company’s Board, Nutton […]
Business
March 9, 2023
NGCB Positive about Bally’s Incoming CEO Robeson Reeves
Early last month, the global casino-entertainment company, Bally’s Corporation, announced a senior-level change. The company confirmed its plans to replace its CEO, Lee Fenton. Consequently, Bally’s confirmed that Fenton will remain in that role until March 31, 2023. As a replacement for Fenton, the company selected Robeson Reeves, an expert within the iGaming vertical with […]
Sports
March 8, 2023
BetUK Appoints Akinfenwa as Brand Ambassador in Time for Cheltenham Festival
UK’s fastest-growing sportsbook in 2022 has chosen soccer icon and cult hero Adebayo Akinfenwa to represent it right ahead of the start of the much-anticipated sporting event that will take place between March 14-17, 2023. Akinfenwa Joins Jockey Legend Scudamore and Golden Boot Winner Sheringham The betting brand that offers odds for the most beloved […]
Lottery
March 7, 2023
$1M Michigan Lottery Ticket Could Have Ended up in the Trash
A 30-year-old woman from Clinton County, Michigan, won $1 million playing the Michigan Lottery’s Sizzling Hot 7’s instant scratch game but her story may have ended differently. The Second Check Saved the Day Speaking to the lottery officials, the woman who chose to claim her prize without letting the lottery reveal her identity, explained that […]
Business
March 7, 2023
Playtika Appoints Two New Members in Leadership Team
The positions were filled by Gili Brudno and Darlan Monterisi respectively. They both have more than 20 years of experience in their fields and are part of Playtika’s ambitious plans moving forward. The hires follow a relatively tumultuous period for the company. New Hires Bring Lots of Experience Gili Brudno’s CHRO position comes with responsibilities […]
Business
March 7, 2023
Genius Sports Strengthens Board with Appointment of New Independent Advisors
The appointments are effective from March 8, 2023. Kay and Messara Join the Board The Board of Directors of Genius Sports has selected Kenneth J. Kay to join as an independent director and head of the audit committee, replacing outgoing chair Harry You. Kay’s professional experience spans over thirty years, where he has held CFO […]