Fanatics Betting and Gaming has appointed former Indiana Gaming Commission executive director Sara Tait as senior vice-president and head of legal and regulated industries. She will advise its sportsbook, casino and prediction-market operations and report to chief legal officer Alex Smith, whom Fanatics promoted to the role.
Tait's remit covers legal advice for Fanatics' sportsbook, casino and prediction-market businesses.
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