Dutch Lottery has appointed Raymond Knops as chairman, effective 1 January, succeeding Alexander Pechtold, the company said. Knops previously served in the Dutch Parliament and government and most recently worked at consultancy Valcon.
The appointment changes leadership at the Netherlands’ state lottery.
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Andrew Dipela has been appointed a board member and deputy chairman of the Limpopo Gambling Board, according to the report. He has also served as chairperson of the Limpopo Tourism Agency.
South Korea’s Prime Minister appointed Choi Byung-hwan chairman of the National Gambling Control Commission on 21 April 2026, and he took office on 28 April. In his inaugural address, Choi said the commission would prioritise consumer protection while supporting the gambling sector’s development; the commission’s new members will serve from 21 April 2026 to 20 April 2029.
NorthStar Gaming dismissed chairman and chief executive Michael Moskowitz and appointed Corey Goodman as interim CEO and Dean MacDonald as chairman. Goodman is the company’s chief development officer and general counsel, while MacDonald has served on its board since 2023. Director and audit committee chair Barry Shafran also departed immediately; the company said it was seeking a new independent director.
The American Gaming Association confirmed that Delaware North chief executive Louis “Lou” M. Jacobs will become its chairman in January 2026. The association said his term will last two years; he will succeed Michael Rumbolz, who has held the position since January 2024.
Pollard Banknote said it has appointed Verica Simic as chief financial officer, with her role beginning on 1 January 2027. She joins on 16 November and will succeed Rob Rose, who is retiring at year-end after 32 years with the company.