Dan Taylor has been appointed as the new CEO of Flutter, effective October 1st. He will succeed Peter Jackson, who is credited with transforming Flutter into a global betting and iGaming leader.
Peter Jackson is stepping down as CEO of Flutter, with Dan Taylor, current International CEO, set to take over in October. This leadership change occurs as Flutter's FanDuel has revised its 2026 EBITDA guidance downwards.
Andrei Popa has been promoted to General Manager for Superbet in Romania, taking charge of the company's expansion efforts in the region. This move allows Chief Commercial Officer CEE, Adam Lamentowicz, to concentrate on growth strategies in Poland, Serbia, and Greece.
Continent 8 Technologies has appointed Mike Small as its new CEO, marking the first leadership change in the company's 28-year history. Founder Michael Tobin transitions from CEO to Chairman, where he will focus on strategy and governance.
Sarah Fox from the UK's DCMS has joined the Gambling Commission's executive team, overseeing policy, research, statistics, and National Lottery regulation. This move follows the departure of Tim Miller and aims to strengthen the Commission's senior leadership.
Sarah Fox, the former head of the Gambling and Lotteries team at DCMS, is joining the Gambling Commission on secondment. She will assume an executive leadership role, reflecting a continued shakeup within the Commission's leadership.
Jim Townsend has been appointed as the new Chair of the Michigan Gaming Control Board. He will lead the current board members, including Joni M. Thrower Davis, Mark Evenson, Deidre A. Lambert-Bounds, and Andrew T. Palms, in overseeing Michigan's gaming industry.
The UAE's General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has appointed Dr. Ahmad Hesham as general counsel and board secretary. This follows the recent confirmation of Ciarán Carruthers as the permanent CEO, strengthening the leadership team of the newly formed regulatory body.
Interblock has appointed Kay Oswald as its new Chief Executive Officer, concluding a search launched in February 2026. Oswald brings over 25 years of experience scaling international technology and consumer businesses to the role, aiming to drive Interblock's next phase of growth.
Entain is searching for a new Chief Marketing Officer for its UK brands after Charlotte Emery's departure. The incoming CMO will be responsible for marketing strategy, media planning, and brand development for key UK brands like Ladbrokes and Coral.
SYNOT Group has appointed Katarína Polách Klčovská as its new Chief Executive Officer, a newly created key executive position. Klčovská has been with SYNOT Group since 2012, holding various specialist and management roles. This appointment was made by the group's founder and owner, Ivo Valenta.
DubClub has appointed Ed Silva, a former DraftKings product executive, as its new CEO. Silva brings a decade of experience from DraftKings to his new role.
The Rank Group plc has permanently appointed Richard Harris as its CEO. Harris has served as the company's CFO for four years and as Interim CEO since January 2026.
Gentoo Media has appointed Måns Svalborn as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective October 2026. Svalborn, formerly CFO at Raketech, will replace Mads Haugegaard Albrechtsen and oversee the affiliate group's financial strategy.
Digitain has appointed Terry Lee as Head of Asia, leveraging his 15 years of industry experience. He will lead regional growth, strengthen partnerships, and oversee the company's expansion in key Asian markets.
Richard Harris has been appointed as the permanent CEO of Rank Group, having served as interim CEO since former leader John O'Reilly's retirement. This move solidifies the leadership of a major iGaming operator.
SolutionsHub, an iGaming licensing and regulatory services provider, has appointed David Lyons as a Non-Executive Director to spearhead its Irish operations. This move comes as Ireland's gambling regulatory framework is evolving, bringing Lyons' 30 years of experience from PokerStars and VGW to the company.
Richard Harris has been appointed as the permanent CEO of Rank Group, effective immediately, after serving as interim CEO for the past six months. His appointment follows an executive search process conducted by the company's Nominations Committee.
The UK Tote Group has announced key leadership appointments, naming Eugene Delaney as its new B2B Chief Commercial Officer and promoting Paddy Desmond to Group Chief Operating Officer. These changes are part of a broader shakeup within its leadership team as the company continues to restructure.
Soft2Bet has appointed Ryan Collinge as its new Executive Vice President of Group Business Development and Strategic Partnerships. Collinge brings extensive experience in global sales, commercial strategy, and business development from both start-up and multinational gaming backgrounds.
Nederlandse Loterij, the largest gambling operator in the Netherlands, has appointed Ageeth Bakker as its new Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO), effective November 1, 2026. Bakker will be responsible for strengthening the company's internal financial structures.
Tim Miller, the Executive Director of the UK Gambling Commission, is departing after a decade with the regulator. He was instrumental in key initiatives such as the Gambling Act review and the controversial financial vulnerability checks.
FIRST.bet has appointed industry veteran Ian Bradley as co-CEO, reuniting him with Tom Light, former CEO of SBTech, to lead the B2B sportsbook provider's global expansion efforts. Bradley brings over 20 years of experience in B2B sportsbook operations, including roles at Sporting Index and Sporting Solutions.
FIRST.bet, a B2B sportsbook technology provider, has appointed Ian Bradley, formerly SVP at DraftKings, as its co-CEO. Bradley will partner with founder Tom Light, reuniting two former SBTech executives to lead the company.
Novig has appointed Elie Mishory as its Chief Regulatory and Legal Affairs Officer. Mishory brings extensive experience in developing prediction markets in the U.S. and will be crucial for Novig's growth in regulated betting markets.