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Entain Announces Appointment of Gavin Isaacs as CEO

Entain has announced that Gavin Isaacs has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from 2 September 2024.
Gavin has over 25 years of experience across the global sports betting, gaming and lottery industries. His broad leadership experience has been built through previous roles within companies including Scientific Games Corporation, DraftKings, SB Tech, Bally Technologies and Aristocrat Technologies. In 2022, Gavin was inducted into the American Gaming Association’s Hall of Fame, reflecting his extensive industry expertise leading and building a wide range of businesses.
In line with the previously announced succession plan, and to support a smooth transition, Stella David will work alongside Gavin Isaacs before succeeding Barry Gibson as Chair of Entain following his retirement on 30 September 2024.
Barry Gibson, Chair of Entain, said: “On behalf of the Board, I am delighted to welcome Gavin to Entain. We are confident that his proven leadership and operational experience mean that Gavin is the right person to take Entain into its next chapter. I would also like to thank Stella David and Entain colleagues for the significant operational improvements and progress made so far towards our strategic priorities.”
Stella David, Interim CEO & Chair Designate, said: “I am looking forward to working with Gavin and transitioning into my new role as Chair of this fantastic business. The positive progress we have already achieved means the business has strong building blocks in place for the future. I am confident that with Gavin’s leadership we will realise the ambitious plans that we have for Entain.”
Gavin Isaacs said: “I am very excited to be joining Entain. The company’s iconic brands, exceptional talent and ongoing execution of its refocused strategy will enable the business to return to a leadership position across all aspects. I am confident that Entain has an extremely bright future, and I look forward to leading the Group in capitalising on the opportunities ahead and creating value for all its stakeholders.”
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