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With plenty of movers and shakers around the industry, allow CasinoBeats to give you the rundown on a number of recent manoeuvres.

GVC Holdings

Global gaming and sports betting organisation GVC Holdings has announced the appointment of two new directors to its board.

David Satz will join as an independent non-executive director on October 22, 2020, and Robert Hoskin will be promoted to the board as an executive director on January 1, 2021 in the role of chief governance officer.

Barry Gibson, Chairman of GVC, said: “I am delighted to be welcoming two such high calibre individuals to our board. David has unrivalled regulatory and legislative expertise in the all-important US gaming market.

“His knowledge and insight will be hugely additive in helping us to achieve our ambition of being the leading operator in the US through BetMGM, our fast-growing joint venture with MGM Resorts.

“Robert has made an outstanding contribution to GVC in his 15 years at the group, and his promotion is richly deserved. The fact that regulation, legal and governance are now represented at board level will give us even greater oversight of these critically important areas, all of which are central to our long-term growth plans.”

Buzz Bingo

Buzz Bingo has confirmed the appointment of Harry Lang as its new marketing director, leading the brand development and customer acquisition campaigns of the UK’s biggest bingo operator.

A 15-year industry executive, Lang has led the marketing strategy and delivery for numerous igaming brands including WMS Interactive, bwin.party, Mecca Bingo, Foxy Bingo and Pinnacle Sports.

Lang joins Buzz Bingo’s senior management team from Brand Architects, his personal marketing agency which saw him advise igaming and esports clients such as Genting Bet, PandaScore, Leon House/ AnonyMind, Rightlander and Puntt.gg.

Jamie Queen, CCO of Buzz Bingo, stated: “Buzz Bingo is at an exciting stage in its evolution, so we’re delighted to welcome someone of Harry’s calibre and enthusiasm to the business. He brings with him a wealth of marketing leadership experience and is highly capable of steering the Buzz Bingo brand through the next stage of our growth.”

Wynn Resorts 

Wynn Resorts has confirmed the appointment of Darnell Strom as a member of the company’s board of directors. He takes up the role as an independent director and class I member of the board in a move that became effective on October 14.

Strom is currently a partner and head of the culture and leadership division at global talent and entertainment company United Talent Agency, where he leads efforts to expand the cultural and business influence across platforms for its top clients in media, sports, entertainment, music, fashion, the arts, branding and thought leadership.

His decades of experience in entertainment, media and sports, along with the relationships he has established will, said Wynn, be a significant benefit to the company.

Triggy 

Triggy has strengthened its senior leadership team after confirming that Martina Åkerlund will lead the company as its new CEO.

Confirming Åkerlund’s appointment, Triggy lauded her wealth of experience in leadership positions, having amassed more than 20 years of leadership experience from predominantly the banking and finance industries.

“We are more than excited that Martina chose to join us at Triggy.” noted Björn Nilsson, co-founder of Triggy. “She will lead the company’s endeavors to grow rapidly geographically as well as product-wise.

“Her experience from successful leadership within another highly regulated industry (banking) along with dedication and an entrepreneurial mindset made the decision to offer Martina the top position in the company easy.”

Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has announced the appointment of Duncan Hannay as president and chief executive officer effective October 26, 2020.

Hannay will take over from outgoing president and CEO Stephen Rigby, who had agreed to stay on at OLG until a successor was identified and to assist with a seamless transition of the business.

“Following an extensive recruitment effort, we are pleased to welcome OLG’s new president and CEO, Duncan Hannay,” said Peter Deeb, chair of OLG. “Duncan is a seasoned executive leader and CEO with global expertise transforming and growing organizations through a disciplined strategic approach, a deep understanding of digital innovation and a progressive leadership style.

“The board of directors and I are delighted to have Duncan join our very capable team at OLG. He has the skills and experience to lead the organisation through the next phase of growth and community contributions across Ontario.”

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Part 38 | On the move: Recruitment round-up http://casinobeats.com/2020/08/27/on-the-move-recruitment-round-up-38/ Thu, 27 Aug 2020 13:00:03 +0000 https://casinobeats.com/?p=36059 With plenty of movers and shakers around the industry, allow CasinoBeats to give you the rundown on a number of recent manoeuvres. GVC Holdings Tessa Curtis has been appointed to the newly created role of head of media relations at GVC Holdings, ahead of officially joining the firm on September 1. In the role, Curtis will be responsible […]

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With plenty of movers and shakers around the industry, allow CasinoBeats to give you the rundown on a number of recent manoeuvres.

GVC Holdings

Tessa Curtis has been appointed to the newly created role of head of media relations at GVC Holdings, ahead of officially joining the firm on September 1.

In the role, Curtis will be responsible for all corporate communications for the group across the UK and international markets, and will report to both Grainne Hurst, group corporate affairs director, and David Lloyd-Seed, director of investor relations and external communications.

Hurst commented: “Tessa’s appointment will help GVC to amplify its ambitions, values and unique competitive advantages as the company continues to strengthen and build its core team.

“She will join both the expanding corporate affairs and investor relations teams at GVC, and will work closely with Jay Dossetter, who has recently been promoted to head of ESG and press office.”

Golden Matrix

Golden Matrix, a developer and licenser of social gaming platforms, systems and content, has appointed Aaron Richard Johnston to the company’s board of directors, effective immediately.

Lauded as bringing “vast commercial and operational experience,” Johnston currently holds remote gaming licenses for the UK and Ireland, and has a personal management licence with the UK Gambling Commission.

“We are thrilled to expand the board of directors with Aaron’s appointment,” stated Golden Matrix CEO Brian Goodman. “As a result of his extensive experience and success with some of the world’s most successful gaming enterprises, Aaron will be instrumental in helping Golden Matrix grow and evolve into a major gaming company operating in multiple vertical markets.

“Aaron’s addition to the board is also another important step in preparing the company for its uplisting to NASDAQ.”

Gaming Laboratories International

Gaming industry testing house Gaming Laboratories International has promoted Karen Sierra-Hughes to vice president of Latin America and Caribbean.

Sierra-Hughes has been with GLI since 2004, driving the firm’s strategy for both regulatory and business development throughout the Latin America and Caribbean region.

Prior to joining GLI she practised law in the Republic of Panama and was later appointed legal director of the Panama Gaming Control Board.

“We are thrilled to announce Karen’s promotion and signalling our absolute commitment to the gaming industry’s success throughout Latin America and the Caribbean in all its forms – land-based, lottery, and online,” said GLI President and CEO James Maida.

“Karen has been an integral part of GLI’s mission in Latin America and the Caribbean. She and her team work in close collaboration with government officials – as well as gaming and lottery suppliers and operators – helping them navigate the future of gaming.

“Their expertise supports these stakeholders’ efforts in establishing well-regulated environments and a successful and sustainable industry. Karen’s leadership, knowledge and passion for her client’s success translates into the appreciation that the industry and her team have for what she does.”

Flutter Entertainment

Flutter Entertainment has announced that Rafi Ashkenazi has stepped down as a non-executive director of the group with immediate effect.

Ashkenazi initially joined The Stars Group in January 2013 and served as the CEO from March 2016 up until the completion of the combination of TSG and Flutter on 5 May 2020, after which he continued on the board of the latter as a non-executive director.

Gary McGann, chair of Flutter, said: “I wish to take this opportunity to acknowledge the major contribution of Rafi in creating the exceptional business that is TSG.

“Rafi has made a significant impact on TSG during his seven-year tenure and was instrumental in transforming TSG from a single product operator to a diverse global leader with multiple product offerings. We wish him well for the future”.

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Part 23 | On the move: Recruitment round-up http://casinobeats.com/2020/04/03/on-the-move-recruitment-round-up-23/ Fri, 03 Apr 2020 13:30:11 +0000 http://casinobeats.com/?p=29183 With plenty of movers and shakers around the industry, allow CasinoBeats to give you the rundown on a number of recent manoeuvres. MGM Resorts International Former Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval has confirmed his departure from the MGM Resorts International, almost 15 months after initially joining the company. Tasked with driving MGM Resorts’ global expansion efforts, most importantly […]

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With plenty of movers and shakers around the industry, allow CasinoBeats to give you the rundown on a number of recent manoeuvres.

MGM Resorts International

Former Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval has confirmed his departure from the MGM Resorts International, almost 15 months after initially joining the company.

Tasked with driving MGM Resorts’ global expansion efforts, most importantly in Japan, as well as focusing on state public policy efforts around sports gaming, Sandoval departs to pursue the position of President of the University of Nevada, Reno.

Bill Hornbuckle, acting CEO and President, said of the departure of the president of global gaming development: “We are grateful to Governor Sandoval for all that he has accomplished in his time at MGM Resorts. 

“He helped to advance our efforts in Japan, in jurisdictions where we were seeking expanded access, and areas where we pursued sports betting opportunities. We wish him the very best in pursuit of this next opportunity and thank him for his commitment to MGM Resorts.” 

European Casino Association

Hermann Pamminger has been confirmed as the security general of the European Casino Association with immediate effect, following a board meeting undertaken this week.

This comes after the ECA confirmed a previous shake-up following the resignations of Tracy Damestani and Dietmar Hoscher, with Bettina Glatz-Kremsner from Casinos Austria and Jari Heino from Veikkaus new board members representing Austria and Finland, with Pascal Camia from Société des Bains de Mer Monte Carlo approved as new vice chairman.

“We are confident that Hermann’s many years of experience in the international gambling industry will be an asset for the ECA, especially in these difficult times,” stated Per Jaldung, ECA chairman

“Hermann is well known in the industry, has been PR Coordinator and a Senior Advisor to the ECA for many years and knows the legal and regulatory opportunities as well as challenges of our business inside out.”

GVC Holdings 

GVC has announced the promotion of Grainne Hurst to the position of group corporate affairs director and will be joining the Group’s ExCo team.

In the newly created role, Hurst will build on the group’s ambition to lead the industry on responsible gambling and develop relationships with the media and external partners.

Grainne was previously director of responsible gambling at GVC, a position she held since the group’s acquisition of the Ladbrokes Coral Group in March 2017, where she led the company’s parliamentary liaison. 

Kenneth Alexander, GVC CEO, stated: “Grainne brings a wealth of experience to this new position, both within GVC where she has spear-headed our Changing for the Bettor Safer Gambling campaign, and from previous communications roles.

“I am delighted to be promoting from within GVC, after an extensive external search, which proves we have the existing talent and expertise to develop our leadership team. I look forward to welcoming Grainne back from maternity leave next month”.

Maxima Compliance

Dafydd Williams has been appointed as head of business development by Maxima Compliance, proceeding with a particular focus on its recently-launched Complitech product.

Williams, boasting more than five years’ experience in gaming compliance, most recently as a business development manager for GLI, will oversee the growth of Complitech, a technical compliance database that provides the latest requirements from more than 20 online gaming jurisdictions.

Antonio Zanghi, founder and managing director of Maxima Compliance, explained: “It is fantastic to welcome Dafydd to the fast-growing Maxima Compliance team, where he will lead business development with a focus on Complitech.

“Since we launched Complitech, we’ve received huge interest in the product, and have already onboarded the first users. 

“Complitech will quickly become a standard across the industry, and Dafydd is perfectly positioned to drive this growth.”

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GVC selects Jette Nygaard-Andersen as non-executive director http://casinobeats.com/2019/12/11/gvc-selects-jette-nygaard-andersen-as-non-executive-director/ Wed, 11 Dec 2019 10:10:17 +0000 http://casinobeats.com/?p=25020 GVC Holdings’ board of directors has appointed Jette Nygaard-Andersen as an independent non-executive director for the company, with immediate effect. Nygaard-Andersen currently serves on the board of Copenhagen-listed Coloplast AS, where she also serves as a member of the remuneration and nomination committees. She also chairs the board of Astralis Group A/S, an international esports […]

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GVC Holdings’ board of directors has appointed Jette Nygaard-Andersen as an independent non-executive director for the company, with immediate effect.

Nygaard-Andersen currently serves on the board of Copenhagen-listed Coloplast AS, where she also serves as a member of the remuneration and nomination committees. She also chairs the board of Astralis Group A/S, an international esports organisation, which has recently listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market in Denmark.

Lee Feldman, GVC chairman, commented on the new appointment: “Jette’s appointment further extends the breadth and depth of the Board’s collective experience and international outlook. We look forward to her contribution given her extensive experience in consumer-facing businesses in the entertainment, media and technology sectors.”

Nygaard-Andersen has accrued more than 20 years of experience in leadership and operational roles in media, entertainment and digital businesses in general, as well as building and operating DTC and OTT streaming services across multiple European countries.

From 2003 until March 2019 she held several senior executive and non-executive roles at Modern Times Group AB, a listed international entertainment group with a strong presence in Scandinavia and Central Europe, serving on the executive committee from 2011.

Prior to her time at Modern Times Group AB, Nygaard-Andersen served held the position of senior strategy consultant at Accenture, which involved her offering advice to clients in the telecommunications, media and entertainment sectors.

She has also gained extensive experience from working with a portfolio of fast growing digital next generation online/mobile entertainment companies offering online (mobile) video gaming, eSports, social media video content and platforms.

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GVC documents unregulated market withdrawal amid Entain rebrand https://casinobeats.com/2020/11/12/gvc-documents-unregulated-market-withdrawal-amid-entain-rebrand/ Thu, 12 Nov 2020 10:10:19 +0000 https://casinobeats.com/?p=39750 GVC Holdings has detailed an impending name change to Entain, as well as documenting a vow to withdraw from all unregulated markets, a renewed commitment to sustainability, new technology-driven customer protection, and four key pillars for growth. Delivering a fresh corporate identity is designed to reflect the group’s ambition to be the world-leader in sports […]

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GVC Holdings has detailed an impending name change to Entain, as well as documenting a vow to withdraw from all unregulated markets, a renewed commitment to sustainability, new technology-driven customer protection, and four key pillars for growth.

Delivering a fresh corporate identity is designed to reflect the group’s ambition to be the world-leader in sports betting and gaming entertainment, and is subject to shareholder approval. The new identity intends to represent a new chapter for the organisation under a re-energised management team.

Shay Segev, GVC’s CEO, explained: “Today marks an exciting new chapter for the group, and an important step forward in achieving our ambition of being the world leader in sports betting and gaming.

“Under our new corporate identity, we will continue to use our unique technology platform to build on the exceptionally strong momentum that we have in our existing markets, grow into new markets, reach new audiences, enhance the customer experience, and provide industry-leading levels of player protection.

“We are absolutely committed to pursuing the highest standards of corporate governance, to providing outstanding career development opportunities for our colleagues, and to supporting the communities in which we operate. Our clear strategy of prioritising sustainability and growth will allow us to achieve these goals, thereby providing long-term value for all of our stakeholders.”

Furthermore, the firm has also unveiled a renewed commitment to sustainability and growth, as it strives to abide by the mantra that “the most sustainable business in our industry will be the most successful”.

Outlining a strategic focus upon its new Sustainability Charter, the group is focused upon five cornerstones of delivering an exclusive focus on regulated markets, continuing to take the lead on responsible gambling, embedding responsible gambling into remuneration, pursuing the highest standards of corporate governance, and investing in people and local communities.

Aiming to reduce EBITDA in 2021 by approximately $40m, the Entain Foundation is to also launch with a commitment of donating £100m over the next five years, including a new Pitching In programme that supports grassroots sports.

Moreover, the company has also outlined four strategic imperatives of leadership in the US, growth across core markets, enter new markets and expand to new audiences and to increase scale over the next three to five years.

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Why the industry should use empirical evidence to inform RG strategies https://casinobeats.com/2020/04/29/why-the-industry-should-use-empirical-evidence-to-inform-rg-strategies/ Wed, 29 Apr 2020 08:05:11 +0000 http://casinobeats.com/?p=30272 Safer gambling has become more important than ever due to the current COVID-19 lockdown, demonstrated by members of the Betting and Gaming Council who collectively agreed to the voluntary removal of all gaming product advertising on TV and radio during the pandemic. Speaking at the SBC Digital Summit, Andy Danson, partner at Bird and Bird, […]

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Safer gambling has become more important than ever due to the current COVID-19 lockdown, demonstrated by members of the Betting and Gaming Council who collectively agreed to the voluntary removal of all gaming product advertising on TV and radio during the pandemic.

Speaking at the SBC Digital Summit, Andy Danson, partner at Bird and Bird, and a panel of industry experts discussed how the industry has approached safer gambling during the ongoing pandemic.

Danson started off the session by acknowledging the current situation: “We know the current situation of self isolation is a mental and a financially challenging one for many people and that has led to concerns about heightened risks of gambling related harm during this period.”

He continued to express his concerns about some measures which have been proposed, and imposed, by the industry that have been based on “a public health style precautionary approach” rather than being calculated on “evidence with what is actually happening and how customer play patterns are actually happening.”

Danson continued to say he was “heartened, from a UK perspective to see the new culture minister, Nigel Huddleston, asking the industry for more data, monitoring and evidence before leaping to regulatory measures.”

Asked by Danson regarding the changes to players behaviour, Martin Lycka, director of regulatory affairs at GVC Holdings, continued: “The customer behaviour has definitely changed and evolved, there’s more punters who have entered into the online world of casino and slots but following the latest GVC data that doesn’t mean there’s been a massive spike in activity.”

One of the topics that has been a key focus in the discussion on safer gambling is the prevalence of direct and indirect marketing campaigns. While Lycka considered the recent BGC decision as a “significant step in the right direction”, he also revealed that the “overall level of advertisement has gone down” at GVC.

According to David Williams, director of regulatory affairs at Rank Group, the industry finds itself in an unprecedented situation and “changes in place are largely what you would expect and in many cases pretty modest and not one dimensional.”

Adding: “To put things into context to what we are hearing externally that there has been an explosion in advertising and marketing, revenues and that bookmakers and operators are profiteering from this, our group wide revenue is significantly down, our digital revenue is up but it does not account, in anyway, to what is happening.”

COO of Mansion Casino Avigail Nir expressed that “lack of changes” is the key phrase to use: “We do see some changes and we do see it’s very dynamic as time progresses as people get used or fed up with being at home so we do see what we expect from people being at home, they are more active online, so naturally being active includes gambling.

“What we see is not a change in behaviour rather than the time spent on the site, we do see that hours spent on the site are now throughout the day instead of specific times. More time is spent on the site but we are taking measures to limit that.

“Pure consumer behaviour, like opting-in to marketing we do see that everything is the same.”

The panelists also discussed actions operators are taking to address concerns of player vulnerability, player affordability during the current situation and if the temporary measures will be relaxed once the industry returns to normality.

SBC Digital Summit’s “Safer gambling during self isolation” panel discussion was sponsored by Midway Al.

The SBC event runs from 27 April to 1 May 2020 featuring a variety of industry expert panels, virtual networking lounges and a virtual exhibition. Whilst also offering an on-demand feature if you miss or want to rewatch the panel sessions.

The Digital Summit has attracted an estimated 10,000 delegates from around the world to discuss some of the industry’s biggest topics, Such as how the poker sector has reacted to COVID-19 pandemic. If you wish to join the event then register here.

 

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Harris urges shirt sponsorship ban in new Gambling Act https://casinobeats.com/2020/07/14/harris-urges-shirt-sponsorship-ban-in-new-gambling-act/ Tue, 14 Jul 2020 14:15:55 +0000 https://casinobeats.com/?p=33919 The appearance of betting company logos on football shirts ‘normalises’ gambling to children, argued Carolyn Harris MP, chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Gambling Related Harm, as she called for a ban on betting companies being front-of-shirt sponsors within the new Gambling Act. Reported by the Guardian, Harris reiterated that banning gambling companies from […]

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The appearance of betting company logos on football shirts ‘normalises’ gambling to children, argued Carolyn Harris MP, chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Gambling Related Harm, as she called for a ban on betting companies being front-of-shirt sponsors within the new Gambling Act.

Reported by the Guardian, Harris reiterated that banning gambling companies from being front-of-shirt sponsors is ‘one of the most obvious things to do’ while expressing that even though she has ‘no problem’ with sponsorship, it needs to be ‘far more family-friendly instead of things that cause addiction’. 

The recommendation from Harris has also been shared by the House of Lords Select Committee on Gambling which this month published its ‘Time for Action’ report on industry safe gambling directives.

“I think the government needs to do more to support football clubs in terms of finances,” she said. “It’s the loyalty thing for kids that really worries me. Kids do see it as being loyal to their football club to use that bookmaker for gambling. Fifa 2020 replicates [reality] entirely. If your team has a gambling logo, on the game it shows that gambling logo.

“From a very, very early age we’ve normalised the association between football and gambling. This is where we get this problem in later life. Young people grow up believing to become involved in gambling is completely normal without knowing anything about the consequences of when it crosses that line.

“It’s one of the most obvious things to do and all the groups who have reported or commented on this have said it is an area [ministers] need to tackle immediately. So I’m quite confident that will happen.”

It comes after the Spanish government introduced a ban on gambling companies from sponsoring La Liga teams, which is due to affect eight sides in the league.

In the Premier League, nine out of 20 teams are sponsored by a betting company, increasing to 17 of the 24 Championship teams. Yet, earlier this month, the House of Lords select committee recommended that a ban should not be implemented below Premier League level before 2023.

Prior to the House of Lords publishing its report, betting leadership had stated its commitment to reduce marketing exposure through football.

Last season, GVC Holdings donated its entire UK football sponsorship portfolio to Cancer charities, whilst Sky Bet the title sponsor the English Football League states that it will only promote responsible gambling advertising to football audiences.

Entering 2020, DCMS Sports Minister announced that a revision of ‘football links with betting’ would play a central part in how the government reviews the 2005 Gambling Act.

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UNLV to launch gaming and regulatory courses after $256,000 GVC donation https://casinobeats.com/2020/11/10/unlv-to-launch-gaming-and-regulatory-courses-after-256000-gvc-donation/ Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:20:52 +0000 https://casinobeats.com/?p=39622 The University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ William S Boyd School of Law has announced the development of an online training program for operators, regulators, lawyers and other stakeholders who work in and around the global gaming industry.  The mostly asynchronous classes, which will launch during the first and second quarters of 2021, will be created […]

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The University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ William S Boyd School of Law has announced the development of an online training program for operators, regulators, lawyers and other stakeholders who work in and around the global gaming industry. 

The mostly asynchronous classes, which will launch during the first and second quarters of 2021, will be created and taught by instructors with decades of professional gaming and teaching experience.

“UNLV Boyd is located in the international capital of gaming and we are delighted to create this program open to all,” said Daniel Hamilton, dean of the UNLV William S Boyd School of Law.

“Thanks to a gift from the GVC Foundation, gaming professionals around the globe can learn from those who are engaged in cutting-edge research on gaming and regulation.”

The online courses will consist of eight classes designed to prepare professionals to meet the regulatory and operational challenges facing the gaming industry. The program intends to complement UNLV Boyd’s existing gaming curriculum.

The initial courses to be offered include Introduction to Gaming Law and Regulation, Introduction to Gaming Operations, The Legal and Operational Environment for Sports Betting, Player Accountability and CorporateSocial Responsibility in Gaming Law, and Public Policy and Comparative Study of Gaming Laws and Regulations.

“The online courses announced by the UNLV William S Boyd School of law represent another significant step in the law school’s and industry leaders’ ongoing campaign to prepare professionals to navigate the evolving complexities of the US gaming markets,” explained Martin Lycka, trustee of the GVC foundation US

“The GVC Foundation US is proud to sponsor this innovative, online program that closely aligns with our Foundation’s focus on responsible gambling, sports integrity and compliance.”

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GVC Holdings tops All-In Diversity Project’s All-Index https://casinobeats.com/2020/12/01/gvc-holdings-tops-all-in-diversity-projects-all-index/ Tue, 01 Dec 2020 15:30:27 +0000 https://casinobeats.com/?p=40770 Gaming and betting group GVC Holdings has topped the All-In Diversity Project’s All-Index list, securing the number one status for its commitment to diversity and inclusion. The group, which is to be renamed Entain, is currently two years into its D&I strategy, ‘Everyone’s in the Game’, which set out a three-year roadmap towards building a more […]

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Gaming and betting group GVC Holdings has topped the All-In Diversity Project’s All-Index list, securing the number one status for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.

The group, which is to be renamed Entain, is currently two years into its D&I strategy, ‘Everyone’s in the Game’, which set out a three-year roadmap towards building a more inclusive business. Under that strategy initiatives have focused on the four key areas of recruitment; process and policy; people development and; awareness and education. 

Shay Segev GVC CEO, said of the ranking: “We are hugely honoured to be recognised as number one for D&I by the All-In Diversity Project. As a multicultural business, valuing and celebrating individual differences is at the heart of our operations.

“Whatever your sexuality, gender, gender identity, ability, age, race, religion or belief, you will have a voice here, and the space to do your best work at GVC”.

GVC is a founding member of the AIDP, an industry-driven initiative to benchmark diversity, equality and inclusion for the global betting and gaming sector, through which it is accelerating its leadership role on D&I issues within the sector. 

The initiative provides tools to businesses looking to progress in the area of diversity and inclusion, with its founding members providing guidance and support, as well as sharing best practices and resources. Other leaders in the project include Microgaming, IGT, SiS, Caesars, Betsson, Scientific Games, Flutter, Gaming Innovation Group, and Kindred Group.

Kelly Kehn, co-founder of All-in Diversity Project, added: “Congratulations to GVC for topping this year’s All-Index. They have demonstrated a commitment and passion to D&I which clearly runs throughout their global business.

“Their drive to continuously improve is a great example to the whole sector of what is needed to make further progress and help us become a more inclusive industry.”

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GVC CEO ends 13 year tenure with COO Shay Segev stepping up https://casinobeats.com/2020/07/16/gvc-ceo-ends-13-year-tenure-with-coo-shay-segev-stepping-up/ Thu, 16 Jul 2020 06:40:27 +0000 https://casinobeats.com/?p=34018 GVC Holdings has announced its chief executive officer Kenny Alexander is to retire from the board and the company after 13 years. Following a long term succession process, GVC’s chief operating officer Shay Segev will succeed Alexander effective from tomorrow (July 17). Alexander will remain at GVC during a short period as a company executive to aid […]

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GVC Holdings has announced its chief executive officer Kenny Alexander is to retire from the board and the company after 13 years.

Following a long term succession process, GVC’s chief operating officer Shay Segev will succeed Alexander effective from tomorrow (July 17). Alexander will remain at GVC during a short period as a company executive to aid the transition.

On his retirement, Alexander highlighted the reasons for his decision to leave: “I have given 13 years to GVC and I now want to give some time to my family. I have enjoyed every minute of helping to grow GVC into the business that it is today, and am proud of all that has been achieved. 

“We have the best people, brands and technology in our sector, and our joint venture in the US with MGM Resorts positions us very strongly for growth in that hugely exciting market.

“I have spent the last four months working from home and reflecting on my future plans, and this feels like the right moment. Whilst it is never easy to hand the baton on, it has been very clear for a number of years now that Shay is the right person to succeed me. He is an outstanding leader with a clear strategic vision and unrivalled technological expertise. 

“As a shareholder, I know that our Company will be in good hands. He is also a firm advocate for the strongest possible protection for customers, and shares my philosophy that only a responsible company can be a sustainable and successful company.”

As part of the succession planning process Segev, who has been at the company since 2016, already has direct responsibility for GVC’s proprietary technology platform, its US joint venture with MGM Resorts, all group M&A and corporate development activity and retail business, as well as the product, trading and customer service teams, among others. 

Following his promotion, Segev highlighted and applauded Alexander’s stewardship, he noted: “I am hugely honoured to have been given this opportunity by the board to lead GVC into the next phase of its development. 

GVC’s chief operating officer, Shay Segev

“Kenny has been a fantastic colleague and leader during the four years I have worked with him. Thanks to his stewardship I am succeeding him at a time when the business is in robust financial health with an exceptional team and exciting opportunities ahead of it, especially in the US. 

“Our strategy will continue to be focused on our industry-leading technology, brands, products, marketing capabilities and people, as well as being absolutely committed to making gambling as safe and enjoyable as possible for our customers around the world.”

During his 13 year tenure, Alexander led back-to-back multi-billion acquisitions of bwin.party Entertainment in 2016 and the £4bn takeover of Ladbrokes Coral in 2017.

Chairman of GVC Barry Gibson emphasised the impact Alexander has had on the company expressing the CEO has ‘done more in the past 13 years than most people manage in a lifetime’ as well as highlighting the ‘contribution and leadership’ Segev has brought since arriving in 2016.

Gibson concluded: “We will miss him, but we also understand his wishes to hand over the reins after such a long and successful stint at the top of the Company. On behalf of the Board, I would like to sincerely thank him for his significant contribution to GVC.

“We are very fortunate to have such a well-qualified and natural successor. He has a long track record of leading technology businesses, overseeing complex integration projects, and running large teams at a senior level. Today’s trading update shows just how strong this business is, and we look to the future with confidence under Shay’s leadership.”

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