Videoslots has welcomed Klas Winberg as its new chief commercial officer. Described as a “visionary leader with two decades of iGaming excellence,” Winberg will now be tasked with driving success for the online casino company.

According to Videoslots, the new appointee is a performance-driven professional with a long history of success in iGaming. Prior to joining Videoslots, Winberg served a variety of online gambling companies, including industry giants such as Betfair, Catena Media, Raketech and Expekt.

Prior to joining Videoslots, Winberg served as the chief executive officer of Play North. His two-year tenure as CEO of the latter company saw him play a key role in driving business growth and overseeing the organization’s expansion. He was also integral in the institution of effective departmental structures and led successful brand development initiatives.

Klas will now join Videoslots’ senior management team and work hard to drive growth for the company. His appointment, according to the company, signals the operator’s commitment to reinforcing its leadership and strategic capabilities.

Winberg is notably the second C-level appointment to Videoslots team and follows the recent addition of Anna Komemi as the operator’s chief operating officer.

Winberg Is Thrilled to Join as CCO

Ulle Skottling, Videoslots’ deputy chief executive officer, welcomed Winberg as CCO and praised his excellence in online gaming. Skottling said that the company is happy to have “someone of such caliber” join its ranks.

His [Winberg’s] proven success in the iGaming industry will undoubtedly elevate our team’s strategic vision and drive future accomplishments even further.

Ulle Skottling, deputy CEO, Videoslots

Winberg was similarly excited about his new position, saying that he cannot wait to work with Videoslots. He said that he has had his eye on Videoslots for a while and lauded the company as a leader in games offering, industry expertise and customer engagement.

I am very excited to join this team brimming with know-how and who has great and exciting plans for growth in the pipeline.

Klas Winberg, CCO, Videoslots

In other news, Videoslots recently got itself into trouble in Sweden because of AML violations.

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Leading B2B technology provider EveryMatrix has announced the appointment of Bobby Longhurst as its new Group chief commercial officer (CCO). Longhurst brings a wealth of experience to the role and replaces Stian Hornsletten, who will move to the position of chief executive officer of the Games division at the start of next month.

EveryMatrix Continues Investing in Top Talent

The company’s latest announcement is part of ongoing changes to EveryMatrix’s executive team. Bobby Longhurst will assume the responsibilities of Group CCO, stepping into co-founder Stian Hornsletten’s shoes. Adding to the executive reshuffle, Nikolina Gabelica was appointed head of lottery two days before Longhurst’s announcement, further bolstering the company’s leadership.

EveryMatrix Group CEO Ebbe Groes expressed his confidence in the new appointment, noting that attracting leading industry talent would pay significant long-term dividends. He lauded Longhurst’s expertise, hoping the new CCO would contribute to the company’s sustained growth. The leading supplier maintains impressive momentum and should benefit from a fresh perspective.

Bobby’s… extensive commercial, product, and strategic experience will provide us with even greater firepower to expand our reach across new and existing verticals.

Ebbe Groes, EveryMatrix Group CEO

The B2B provider’s impressive Q3 2023 results mean that Longhurst’s new position as CCO will be dynamic and challenging as the company prioritizes its North American expansion. EveryMatrix recently announced a new partnership with gaming giant Caesars Entertainment, agreeing to supply its content for Caesars Sportsbook & Casino and Caesars Palace Online Casino.

Longhurst Is Well-Prepared to Excel in His New Position

Bobby Longhurst enters EveryMatrix with an extensive background, accumulating over 15 years of experience in various roles. His professional journey includes a three-year stint at venture capital firm Mindhub Capital as director of business intelligence. Longhurst also served as the Owner & CEO of Farrell Longhurst, his human capital acquisition company, for more than seven and a half years.

The new CCO’s foray into the gambling sector began in January 2017 as he joined B2B trading and pricing service provider Sporting Solutions. He quickly became a leading industry expert, making his new role a natural next step in his career. Longhurst was keen to join EveryMatrix, hoping to help the company capitalize on its ongoing growth.

There are huge opportunities on the horizon across all our major business units and products following the success the business has had in recent years.

Bobby Longhurst, EveryMatrix CCO

The recent series of strategic appointments and management reshuffles is part of EveryMatrix’s plan to strengthen its position in the dynamic and competitive iGaming landscape, leveraging the expertise and leadership of experienced professionals like Bobby Longhurst. The company hopes to maintain its impressive 2023 momentum and achieve even greater success in the new year.

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The new appointment is the latest step amidst Intralot’s restructuring efforts. The gaming and lottery technology provider severely underperformed last year, but several promising high-profile agreements may herald substantial improvements. Bateson’s extensive industry experience and history of success may be just what the company needs to get back on its feet.

In December, Intralot SA posted dismal Q3 results, recording a 65.8% drop in profit year-to-date. Despite the disappointing financials, the company’s management remained optimistic, pointing to the positive effects of its ongoing re-organization efforts. Furthermore, rising inflation, interest rate hikes, and economic instability likely harmed Intralot’s bottom line.

Despite such ongoing challenges, the lottery provider continues to pursue expansion opportunities. In December 2022, the company penned a 5-year sports betting contract with the Ohio Lottery Commission, pledging to provide retailers and customers in the state with its critically-acclaimed solutions. February saw another vital milestone for Intralot as the company partnered with NeoGames to enhance Brazil’s Loteria Mineira.

The recent successes are a breath of fresh air for Intralot as the company tries to regain momentum. February’s change of CEO had Nikolakopoulos Nikos take the reins, hoping to capitalize on his vast management experience. With Richard Bateson stepping in as CCO, Intralot is ready to capitalize on its favorable position.

The New CCO Should Be a Valuable Addition

Bateson’s extensive experience in the lottery industry makes him a perfect fit for the position. He spent most of his career with Camelot, which managed the UK national lottery. Over his tenure there, he rose to the international senior vice president, honing his skills across both sides of the Atlantic.

The new CCO’s resume also includes several other lottery-related advisory positions with companies like Jumbo Interactive and Teneo, culminating with his tenure as executive director appointment at management consulting service provider Hector Consulting. Bateson has over 20 years of relevant experience, which should prove invaluable in his new position.

Bateson is well-respected across the gaming industry. In 2022, he partnered with the European Lotteries, lending his vast industry knowledge to the next generation of lottery talent. He also recently attended ICE London 2023, staying in touch with the most recent gaming technology developments.

Bateson will report directly to CEO Nikolakopoulos as the developer focuses on the booming US market, seeking further expansion. Successful partnerships with retail sportsbooks are instrumental to these goals. With more states legalizing sports betting, Intralot should have more opportunities to repeat its Ohio successes and build its reputation.

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Moving forward, Danielle Calafato will serve as the company’s new chief commercial officer (CCO). The company is looking to further boost its growth plans and recent commercial successes which will be possible with Calafato at the helm. The company will move Mats Lundin to the role of director of sales as well.

Preparing for an Even Busier Growth Period

Since joining the company as head of commercial in 2021, Calafato has been an important part of the overall Gaming Corps business structure and an integral part of its expansion strategy. Gaming Corps is fully committed to maintaining a strong pace of growth and development with the company setting up a hub in Malta, and planning to push into new jurisdictions as well.

There are hard numbers to back the company’s aspirations, too. Annual net sales have increased by 628% in Q4 2022, the company reported. Gaming Corps now collaborates with 400 operator brands and claims that another 400 brands are set to go live. The newly-appointed CCO has hailed the opportunity to be shifting in yet another important position within the company.

She welcomed the opportunity and said that she was all prepared to help guide Gaming Corps to a better tomorrow. “We have big plans in the pipeline, and I am confident that with the talent and expertise of our team, we will achieve even greater heights,” Calafato concluded.

Lundin is also happy with the shift, as the company is preparing to strengthen its fleet of brands and continue to expand, praising the progress the company has made. “We’ve seen a great deal of change and as what is still a young company, we’re very accomplished at adapting with great success,” Lundin explained.

Over the past months, Gaming Corps has significantly expanded its clout by signing a partnership with GOAT Interactive in the African market. Back in Europe, the company signed a partnership with Napoleon in Belgium. Gaming Corps was also able to significantly expand its content reach through a tie-up with Gaming Innovation Group.

Lundin was confident that he and Calafato would make a strong team that would help steer Gaming Corps through the upcoming busy period of new launches and partnership opportunities.

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