Zeal chief executive Becker told an interviewer he plans to pursue business ventures and investments outside gaming. He informed Zeal’s board in March that he would not renew his contract beyond 2026, and the search for a successor is ongoing.
Zeal’s ongoing succession process affects leadership planning at the lottery operator.
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Reportedly, James Coxon will become UK Tote Group’s chief executive as Alex Frost steps down. Frost will depart after nearly 10 years at the pool betting operator.
Alex Frost will step down as chief executive of UK Tote Group at the end of 2026, the company said. James Coxon, most recently Vice President International at DraftKings, will become chief executive from the start of 2027.
The International Tennis Integrity Agency said Karen Moorhouse will step down as chief executive at the end of August. Moorhouse joined the organisation in February 2023; the ITIA said senior directors Jenni Kennedy, Ben Rutherford and Nicole Sapstead will lead it while recruitment for a successor begins.
Reportedly, Allwyn UK has named Phil Walker interim CEO to replace departing chief executive Andria Vidler. The leadership change follows completion of a £450m technology overhaul.
Veikkaus deputy CEO Velipekka Nummikoski is due to leave the Finnish operator on 31 August after 14 years, according to the report. Veikkaus has appointed Chris Armes executive vice-president of Gaming Technologies, with his start scheduled for autumn 2026.
Interim Gambling Commission CEO Sarah Gardner said the regulator has proved difficult to leave because it always presents a new challenge. Gardner, who has held most senior roles at the Commission, said she wants to foster a more creative approach to regulation.