The Latest iGaming Appointments Shaking Up the Industry – Aristocrat, Digitain, and more!

Catch up with the latest iGaming appointments for high-level positions. Aristocrat, Digitain, the ECA, and more! (Image by Tumisu at pixabay.com)

The iGaming industry undergoes constant changes that go beyond acquisitions and licensing agreements. Reports of high-level executive appointments are also common, and these changes can have significant implications for a company’s future and its stock prices. Additionally, such appointments can offer valuable insights into what may be on the horizon for the industry.

This iGaming appointments update highlights the latest movements and changes in top executive positions across the industry. The focus is on tracking who has transitioned to new positions and who has departed from their roles.

Iain Hutchison Becomes Digitain’s New Chief Revenue Officer

First out of the iGaming grapevine regarding high-level appointments, is the news that Digitain has recently named Iain Hutchison as its new Chief Revenue Officer. In this capacity, Hutchison will be responsible for driving the company’s revenue growth strategy and leading its global sales and business development teams.

With over two decades of experience in the iGaming industry, Hutchison has previously held executive positions at reputable companies, including Microgaming, Pragmatic Play, GeniusSports, and Playtech. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a proven track record of delivering robust revenue growth, forging vital customer relationships, and building successful sales teams. Hutchison’s expertise and extensive experience are expected to be valuable assets as Digitain continues to expand its global gaming market presence.

Other recent iGaming appointments: This appointment and the others in this post follow a host of others we reported on last week. As you will see from our iGaming Business Appointments post, the biggest news was Itai Pazner making a sharp exit as CEO at 888 Holdings.

Aristocrat CCO Tracey Elkerton Elevated to the Executive Steering Committee

Aristocrat has announced CCO Tracey Elkerton has been elevated to the Company’s Executive Steering Committee, which means she now reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Trevor Croker. As the CCO, Elkerton is in charge of the company’s regulatory and compliance functions.

Tracey Elkerton is a highly accomplished executive with over two decades of experience in the gaming industry. She currently serves as the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Aristocrat, a leading global provider of gaming technology solutions. In her role as CCO, Elkerton is responsible for leading the company’s global commercial strategy, overseeing sales and marketing efforts, and driving growth and profitability.

Elkerton joined Aristocrat in 2009 and has held various senior leadership positions within the company, including Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Aristocrat’s America’s business, General Manager of North America Gaming Operations, and Senior Vice President of Global Marketing and Product Management.

Before joining Aristocrat, Elkerton worked at International Game Technology (IGT), where she held several senior management roles, including Vice President of Product Management and Director of Marketing for North America. Throughout her career, Elkerton has been recognized for her leadership and achievements in the gaming industry. In 2020, she was named to the Global Gaming Awards’ list of the 50 most influential people in the gaming industry.

Other Aristocrat News: Aristocrat was one of close to 700 iGaming firms exhibiting at the recent 2023 ICE London exhibition. At the event, the firm showcased a host of new products including For Sale Link titles, including Tian Ci Jin Lu and Mo Mummy.

Erwin van Lambaart Appointed New Chairman of the ECA

Per Jaldung has recently resigned from his position as Chairman of the European Casino Association (ECA) after serving the association for eight years with great success. During the ECA General Assembly held at ICE London 2023, the ECA Board announced his departure and unanimously approved Erwin van Lambaart as his successor.

With over 20 years of experience as a leader in the casino and entertainment industry, Per Jaldung is highly respected for his contributions to the ECA during his eight-year tenure as Chairman. It is clear that his absence will be felt and that he will be missed.

As for the man replacing him, Erwin van Lambaart has served as a member of the ECA Board since 2021. Throughout his career, Erwin has gained significant expertise in various fields, including media, hospitality, event, marketing, and entertainment. After graduating from the Hotel School in The Hague, he spent 15 years in the international hotel industry before transitioning to the global live entertainment industry for another 15 years.

With his extensive experience and innovative ideas, Erwin is poised to make a significant impact as the new Chairman of the ECA, shaping the future of the European casino and gaming industry.

Other Recent High Profile iGaming Appointments

• Tekkorp Capital adds former William Hill CFO as Mark McMillan as a partner in its advisory team.

• Robert Ziems, the President of Aruze’s US branch, has recently announced his resignation from the position. As a result, Yugo Kinoshita, the Global CEO of Aruze, will temporarily assume the responsibilities of the US branch until a replacement for Ziems is appointed.

• Checkd Group, a fast-growing iGaming company, has recently hired Andrew Grimshaw as the new Commercial Director for its thriving Checkd Dev division. Grimshaw is an experienced iGaming professional with a strong track record in the industry, and his appointment is expected to help drive the continued success and growth of the division.

• Following the departure of Roderick Attard in December, Acroud has announced the appointment of Tricia Vella as its interim Chief Financial Officer. Vella brings a wealth of experience to the role and is expected to help steer the company through this transitional period.

• Mark Blandford has been appointed as a strategic adviser to B90 Holdings, effective immediately. The appointment is expected to provide valuable insights and guidance to the company as it continues to grow and expand its operations.

Catch up on future iGaming business appointments: We regularly provide reports on the comings and goings in senior positions at major companies operating within the iGaming industry. Check-in on our news pages regularly and you’re sure to find the next batch of senior shake ups!