FanDuel Names RG Veteran Keith Whyte as Responsible Gaming Strategic Advisor

Leading online sportsbook FanDuel announced the addition of Keith Whyte as responsible gaming strategic advisor. His appointment to the role comes just in time for September, which marks Responsible Gaming Education Month in the US.

The Appointee Boasts Decades of RG Experience

As the responsible gaming strategic advisor of FanDuel, Whyte will assume responsibility for contributing to the sports betting operator’s responsible gaming efforts and initiatives. He will also seek new opportunities to promote safer gambling, advance RG partnerships, and develop events to foster a culture of responsible gaming.

In addition to that, Whyte will bolster the company’s existing RG initiatives and will provide advice on new content for its Trusted Voices: Conversations About Betting program. For context, the program is a joint initiative with EPIC Global Solutions and FanDuel RG ambassadors Randy Livingston and Anita Ondine Smith. Its goal is to teach parents, guardians, and educators on how to properly comminicate the risks of gambling to kids and young people.

Whyte is an RG veteran with more than three decades of experience in the sector. He is the founder and president of Safer Gambling Strategies and has spent some 25 years as executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling.

As someone with significant experience in the gaming industry and the realm of responsible gaming, Whyte will be an invaluable addition to the FanDuel team.

Keith Whyte Praised FanDuel’s Proactive Approach to RG

Keith Whyte commented on his appointment as FanDuel’s responsible gaming strategic advisor, saying that he is happy about the opportunity to work with one of America’s top dogs. He praised the company for its clear commitment to responsible gambling and “proactive approach” to protecting its players.

I’m thrilled to join the team and contribute my experience to further advancing FanDuel’s efforts in promoting safe and responsible play.

Keith Whyte, responsible gaming strategic advisor, FanDuel

Cory Fox, senior vice president of public policy & sustainability at FanDuel, was similarly pleased to welcome Whyte to the FanDuel family.

At FanDuel, we are committed to elevating the industry standard for Responsible Gaming. We’re excited to welcome Keith to our Responsible Gaming team and are confident his experience and subject matter knowledge will further strengthen our leadership in this space.

Cory Fox, SVP of public policy & sustainability, FanDuel

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