Bloomberry Resorts made Greg Hawkins its permanent president and chief operating officer in June, after he became acting COO in December 2024. The company reported a net loss of Php1.4 billion in the June 2025 quarter, citing weakness in VIP and premium mass gaming and costs related to the launch of MegaFUNalo!.
The appointment places Hawkins in charge as Bloomberry reports losses and weakness in key gaming segments.
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Bally’s Chicago appointed Cheryl Ash as chief financial officer to succeed Charlie Diao, the company said. The change is subject to customary regulatory approvals; Diao is due to leave at the end of March. Ash currently serves as senior vice-president of finance for Bally’s Corporation’s Casinos and Resorts division.
Star Entertainment Group announced Charlie Diao’s appointment as group chief financial officer. Diao, currently Bally’s Corp’s senior vice-president of finance and corporate treasurer, will report to group chief executive Bruce Mathieson Jnr; the appointment depends on an Australian work visa and regulatory and ministerial approvals.
Star Entertainment Group named Dave Whimpey chief operating officer and interim chief executive of The Star Brisbane, subject to regulatory approval. The company said he has held roles in gaming, hospitality and tourism, including at Tabcorp and Brisbane Racing Club.
Star Entertainment said CFO Frank Krile resigned with immediate effect and COO Jeannie Mok will leave at the end of January. The company has begun the process of appointing a new CFO; it gave no reason for either departure.
Star Entertainment Group announced Frank Krile’s resignation as CFO, effective 29 December 2025, and Jeannie Mok’s departure as COO at the end of January 2026. The board confirmed Bruce Mathieson Jnr as CEO and managing director, subject to regulatory approvals in New South Wales and Queensland.