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Business
December 7, 2020
ComeOn Group Appoints Juergen Reutter as CEO
Online gaming operator ComeOn has appointed former Addison Global founder Juergen Reutter as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Lahcene Merzoug. ComeOn Welcomes New CEO ComeOn has announced that former Addison Global founder Juergen Reutter will assume the role of CEO, effective immediately. Mr. Reutter will succeed former CEO Lahcene Merzoug, who announced his departure from the […]
Business
December 5, 2020
MGM Resorts Shakes Up Corporate Team, Appoints New COO
MGM Resorts International announced Friday major changes in its corporate leadership team while naming long-term executive Cory Sanders as COO. The End of MGM Resorts’ Corporate Reorganization US hospitality and entertainment group MGM Resorts International appointed chief financial officer Corey Sanders to chief operating officer on Friday. Until the company finds a replacement for the […]
Business
November 30, 2020
Flutter Appoints Catherine Lynch as Chief People Officer UK & Ireland
Former Virgin Media chief people officer Catherine Lynch is set to become the new addition of Flutter Entertainment, performing in the same role for the UK and Ireland division of the gaming group. All Aspects of Staff Catherine Lynch will be tasked to oversee employment recruitment, selection and evaluation, all aspects of staff development and […]
Industry
November 28, 2020
FSB Appoints Bob Akeret as VP of Operations North America
Sports betting and gaming technology supplier FSB announced a new addition to its team, Bob Akeret. The US retail and online gambling veteran will serve as Vice President of Operations for North America as the company is preparing to enter the booming market. Bespoke Products and Services Bob Akeret will be based in New Jersey […]
Business
November 25, 2020
GVC Appoints Dr Mark Griffiths to Lead Consumer Protection
GVC is tapping into the talent of Dr. Mark Griffiths, a behavioral specialist with over 30 years of experience, to spearhead the company’s responsible gambling practices. Dr Mark Griffiths Steps in as Online Addiction Specialist for GVC GVC Holdings’ position on responsible gambling and consumer protection has only been improving, with the company now […]
Business
November 21, 2020
Scientific Games Digital Names Laura Probert Chief People Officer
Owing to her proven ability to develop people’s skills and improve HR processes, Laura Probert is expected to take the company to the next level in employee management. Scientific Games Digital believes Probert will be a valuable asset in creating successful employees that drive technological and product transformation. In Charge of Boosting Talent Strategy Las […]
Legal
November 15, 2020
Ukraine Appoints Executives for New Gambling Commission
The Cabinet of Ministers in Ukraine revealed the names of the leadership team for the new gambling and lottery commission. Once the team members are officially approved and the government establishes the licensing conditions, it is expected for the new commission to launch next year. Government Officials Name the Executive Team for the Gambling Commission […]
Business
November 13, 2020
BetMGM Appoints Former MGM Chief Corporate Counsel Hagopian
BetMGM, the sports betting brand of the joint venture of GVC Holdings and MGM Resorts, Roar Digital, announced Thursday a new addition to its executive team, as Andrew Hagopian, former Chief Corporate Counsel of MGM Resorts, is joining as its Chief Legal Officer. Responsible for Legal and Compliance Departments Hagopian, who holds a J.D. from […]
Business
November 12, 2020
888 Taps TSG’s Vaughan Lewis for Chief Strategy Officer
888 has secured a strong executive addition to its management lineup with Vaughan Lewis now stepping in as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) for the company, and boosting its further business development and M&A strategy. Vaughan Lewis to Head Chief Strategy Office at 888 888 is bringing a new industry veteran to the company’s executive team […]
Business
October 3, 2020
Pronet Appoints Mark Schmidt to Lead African Expansion
Mark Schmidt will be spearheading the commercial market development by Pronet Gaming in the African region. According to Pronet Gaming Chief Sales Officer Colin McDonagh, Schmidt will take the company to the next level of success in the region. Pronet Gaming’s New Director of Sales for Africa Is Mark Schmidt The next-generation platform delivering gaming […]