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Business
November 30, 2023
ZEAL Network to Part Ways with CCO Sönke Martens
ZEAL Network, an international group of lottery companies, will be parting ways with its chief commercial officer. The outgoing CCO will remain with the company for a while to ensure a seamless transition of responsibilities. As announced, CCO Sönke Martens is set to depart from his position at the end of February 2024. However, he […]
Industry
November 29, 2023
UAE’s Regulator Onboards American Lieutenant as Head of Investigations
Earlier this year, the United Arab Emirates founded the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), a newly formed regulatory body that would oversee the gaming sector. Headed by chairman Jim Murren and CEO Kevin Mullally, the authority continues to build up its team and has now onboarded a new important member. The person in question […]
Business
November 28, 2023
Tabcorp Names Finance Heavyweight Mark Howell as Its New CFO
Australian gambling and betting giant Tabcorp has strengthened its team with the appointment of Mark Howell as its new chief financial officer. Boasting years in finance-related positions, Howell has all the necessary experience to guide the wagering juggernaut’s business. Howell is currently serving as general manager of liquor finance and network optimization at the Coles […]
Business
November 27, 2023
Norsk Tipping Names Tonje Sagstuen Permanent CEO
Norsk Tipping, the Norwegian government-owned gambling company, confirmed changes to its senior-level management this summer. The company unveiled back in August that Tonje Sagstuen, a seasoned executive with extensive experience, will take over the role of acting CEO, effective from September 1, 2023. At the time, she was appointed to an interim CEO role while […]
Sports
November 27, 2023
Eduardo Gussem to Oversee the New CBF Integrity Unit
Brazil’s soccer governing body founded in 1914, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), has announced the creation of a new Integrity Unit that will be led by former attorney general of Rio, Eduardo Gussem. The Need for “Fast, Sustainable and Effective” Cooperation From his new position as integrity officer, Gussem will carry on the important fight […]
Business
November 24, 2023
NSW and Queensland Extend Star Entertainment’s Special Manager Terms
New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland regulators appointed special managers to oversee the company’s operations after the scandals surrounding its risk management failures and unethical behaviors. The beleaguered operator has recorded substantial progress in remedying its deficiencies but must still convince authorities it is ready to resume control. Both Regions Expect Swift Progress In ASX […]
Industry
November 23, 2023
Sean Pattwell to Exit the CRDA, Reports Say
Sean Pattwell, executive director of the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, is rumored to be preparing to resign from his position. Sources told ROI-NJ, a news outlet covering events in New Jersey, that the director may depart from the authority very soon. ROI-NJ was contacted by three separate people on the matter, all of […]
Business
November 16, 2023
Maymann Prepares to Take the Lead at Superbet Group
Romania’s sports betting leader, Superbet Group, has reinforced its leadership with the appointment of a new chief executive officer. The one up to the task is Jimmy Maymann who is set to step into the office on January 15, 2024. Maymann originally joined the company in May, first stepping into the position of deputy chair […]
Business
November 16, 2023
Kambi Group Appoints Anders Ström as New Chair of the Board
It’s been a busy fall for Kambi Group, the premium business-to-business sportsbook supplier created to improve the sports betting experience for global players by partnering with visionary operators and “offering the ultimate in sports betting technology.” At the end of September, the group announced a partnership extension with ATG, a horse racing and sports betting […]
Business
November 14, 2023
PressEnter Appoints Philip Bell as Chief Commercial Officer
Malta-based company that provides entertainment to the online casino industry via its premium gaming products, PressEnter Group, has announced it would be strengthening its senior management by adding industry veteran Phillip Bells to the team. Appointed as the new chief commercial officer, Bell will join the group that incorporates brands like NitroCasino, XLBet, UltraCasino, JustSpinat, […]