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NCPG appoints Heather Maurer executive director from 7 January
Maurer’s appointment sets leadership for the council’s strategic direction, programmes, partnerships and advocacy.
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ALEA takes Cibelae first vice-presidency for 2025–2027
ALEA’s role gives it a position in regional coordination on illegal gambling and responsible gaming.
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Xtremepush appoints Ciaran Lacey as CTO
The appointments shift technology and operating leadership at a CRM supplier serving gambling operators.
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Arizona Department of Gaming appoints Shannon Nelson as racing division director
The appointment places Nelson in charge of the regulator’s racing division while she retains her regulation role.
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Lottopar joins CIBELAE board for 2025–2027 term
The appointment gives Paraná’s lottery authority a role in regional cooperation on lottery and betting policy.
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Catalist Sports appoints James Monk as US vice president and general manager
Monk’s remit links Catalist’s US rollout with operator partnerships, regulatory compliance and product deployment.
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Intralot appoints Robeson Reeves CEO after Bally’s acquisition
The appointments and change in ownership affect leadership and control at a listed gaming and lottery group.
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DEGEN Studios appoints Danny Gordon as head of studio
The appointment puts Gordon in charge of DEGEN Studios’ creative direction and projects in development.
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DraftKings says Matt Kalish will leave presidency on 31 March
The leadership change leaves Kalish on the board while he exits the presidency.
Appointment
ALEA takes Cibelae vice-presidency
The appointment gives Argentina’s state lottery association a role in regional coordination on gambling oversight.
Appointment
Merkur Spielbanken appoints Jörg Sörries to lead Aachen casino
The appointment puts a leader with prior casino and compliance experience in charge of the Aachen venue.
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Konami promotes six executives to vice-president roles
The promotions change senior leadership across several operational functions at a gaming supplier.
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Las Vegas Sands names Patrick Dumont to succeed Robert Goldstein in March 2026
The leadership transition will change the executive team overseeing Las Vegas Sands' expansion plans.
Departure
Fredrik Wastenson announces departure from Svenska Spel Sport and Casino
The state-owned operator faces a leadership transition after its chief executive’s seven-year tenure.
Appointment
Bloomberry appoints Greg Hawkins president and COO
The appointment places Hawkins in charge as Bloomberry reports losses and weakness in key gaming segments.
DraftKings says Matt Kalish will leave president role on 31 March 2026
Kalish’s departure changes DraftKings’ executive leadership while he remains on its board.
Departure
GCGRA appoints Jim Murren interim CEO as Kevin Mullally steps down
The leadership change places the regulator’s chair in interim charge of its licensing and oversight work.
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The Mill Adventure appoints Bjørnar Heggernes commercial chief
The appointment puts Heggernes in charge of commercial strategy across the platform provider’s regulated markets.
Appointment
RPM Gaming appoints Bryan Bennett as US head
The appointments establish US leadership and strategic partnerships to support RPM Gaming’s plans for that market.
Departure
Camilla Rosenberg leaves Swedish Gambling Authority after eight years
The departure changes the leadership of Sweden’s gambling regulator, which oversees licensed operators and suppliers.
Appointment
711 appoints Avshalom Lazar to lead Malta subsidiary
Lazar’s appointment places responsibility for establishing 711’s Maltese operation and seeking its licence with a named executive.
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Santa Cruz governor confirms Claudia Pavez as LOAS president
The confirmation keeps Pavez at the head of Santa Cruz’s provincial lottery body.
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QTech Games appoints Joel Anyaegbu as West Africa sales and account manager
The appointment adds a regional commercial manager as QTech Games develops its business across West Africa.
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Florida Gaming Control Commission appoints Alana Zimmer as executive director
The appointment changes the leadership of the state body responsible for overseeing gambling activity.
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Marker Trax appoints Ross O’Hanley as chief operating officer
The appointment puts a new executive in charge of operations as Marker Trax pursues expansion across digital and traditional platforms.