Kaizen Gaming Hires HR Powerhouse as Chief HR Officer

Kaizen Gaming, a fast-growing GameTech leader, announced the appointment of the experienced Vassilis Gavroglou as its new chief human resources officer. The appointee will therefore be responsible for coordinating Kaizen’s multinational team as the company’s growth journey continues.

Gavroglou to Underpin Kaizen’s Continued Growth

On September 16, Kaizen Gaming announced that Gavroglou will join its C-suite as chief human resources officer. In this position, the appointee will shape the company’s HR strategy amid its rapid growth and will be responsible for a team of some 2,7000 people of over 40 nationalities across 19 countries.

Kaizen described Gavroglou as a “seasoned executive” with two decades of experience across the energy, tech, banking and consulting fields. Some of his most noteworthy positions include time as chief human resources officer at Sunlight Group Energy Storage Systems, HR exec director at OTE Group, member of Telekom Group, and group HR strategy director at the National Bank of Greece.

Kaizen added that Gavroglou is a highly qualified individual with degrees from the Athens University of Economics and Business and the London School of Economics.

Daskalakis Welcomes the Appointee on Board

George Daskalakis, Kaizen Gaming’s chief executive officer, welcomed the new hire on board. He commented on the importance of managing HR to his team, saying that people have “always been at the heart” of the company.

Daskalakis noted that Kaizen Gaming’s team has grown from a few dozen people in Greece to an international community numbering thousands of people in just a few years. This rapid growth, however, has brought unique challenges that Kaizen must face. Gavroglou will therefore take on these challenges and support the company’s long-term success.  

With Vassilis joining as CHRO, a leader with deep expertise in transformation and talent development, I am confident we will enhance our people strategy and further support our international growth ambitions.

George Daskalakis, CEO, Kaizen Gaming

The Hire Praises Kaizen’s Commitment to High Standards

Gavroglou commented on his appointment as Kaizen Gaming’s chief human resources officer, saying that he is very excited to join the company. The appointee lauded the business for its commitment high standards, which is exemplified by the fact that the company has been named one of the Best Companies to Work for in Europe and boasts certifications as a Great Place to Work in multiple markets.

The rapid expansion of the company into new markets creates a unique opportunity to build on a culture that invests in the development of its people and continues to attract the best in a rapidly changing technological backdrop.

Vassilis Gavroglou, chief HR officer, Kaizen Gaming

Gavroglou added that strengthening people engagement, talent development and the digitalization of HR operations are key to supporting the company’s vision and continued growth.