EPIC Global Solutions appointed Chetan Pandya as managing director, the company said. Pandya joins from DAZN and previously held roles at Entain and ZEAL Network; EPIC said the appointment supports its plans to expand its operations internationally.
The appointment adds a senior leader as EPIC pursues international growth in gambling harm prevention.
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The UK Department for Culture, Media and Sport appointed Emma Floyd as director of sports and gambling, she confirmed in a LinkedIn post. Floyd said she would work with colleagues across government and the sector on its challenges; she joins from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Reportedly, the BGC has appointed Daniel Lindsay as Director of Strategic Delivery. Lindsay joins from Metropolitan Gaming and will cover Stephanie Wong’s absence during her maternity leave.
Evoke appointed former William Hill finance executive Janice Duncan as group finance director, the company said, as discussions continue over a possible acquisition by Bally’s Intralot. Evoke faces an 8 June deadline to determine whether the talks will lead to a formal offer; the possible bid was reported to value its shares at 50 pence each.
Entain said it appointed Sheila Bangalore as an independent non-executive director with immediate effect. The company said the appointment takes its board to 11 members and was made under UK Listing Rules.
GamCare announced Chris Thornton’s appointment as director of operations. He will oversee the delivery and performance of the charity’s national and regional services, including the National Gambling Helpline.