Former Fanatics VP joins Twenty First Group as new chief betting officer
Andy Wright joins the software company after spells at Fanatics, Sky Betting & Gaming and Kingmakers
Twenty First Group (TFG) has appointed Andy Wright as the company’s new chief betting officer.
Wright joins the software firm having amassed vast experience within the industry.
Most recently, he served as senior vice-president of trading at Fanatics for two years between May 2022 and May 2024.
Before a five month stint as trading director at Kingmakers from January to May 2022, Wright spent seven years in various roles at Sky Betting & Gaming.
After nearly three years as head of football trading between October 2014 and March 2017, Wright spent six months as head of football and sports trading before stepping up to the head of trading role in August 2017.
He then went on to become the company’s trading director between July 2018 and December 2021.
Wright also spent seven years as a football trader at Sporting Index from July 2007 to Ocotber 2014.
Speaking on his appointment, Wright said: “Joining TFG [Twenty First Group] as its first chief betting officer is an opportunity I couldn’t refuse. TFG’s reputation for delivering high-quality insights and transforming them into commercial value is unparalleled in the sport industry.
“During my time at Sky Bet, I experienced firsthand the power of TFG’s technology and its unique, predictive insights. I am excited to bring this value to the betting and gaming sector and look forward to connecting with my industry colleagues.”
Twenty First Group’sCEO Blake Wooster hailed Wright’s appointment as a “significant milestone”.
He said: “Andy’s impressive track record and market knowledge make his joining TFG a significant milestone for us. His energetic personality and expertise are exactly what we need to expand our presence in the betting and gaming industry.
“Andy’s appointment, along with other key hires like Matt Rogan and Dan Jones, signals exciting times ahead as we continue to shape the future of sport.”
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