Glitnor Group nets GiG stalwart as chief executive
Richard Brown to join business in January 2024 to replace David Flynn following seven-year association with Gaming Innovation Group
Glitnor Group is set to appoint Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) CEO Richard Brown as the group’s new chief executive.
Brown, who will depart GiG on 31 December, will join Glitnor Group in January 2024.
Brown will eventually replace former CEO David Flynn who stepped down in February. Flynn remains with the group as a board member.
The business is currently being run by its co-founder Jörgen Nordlund as interim CEO.
Brown will lead the business ahead of what it labelled as an “important and exciting next phase”, with plans for global expansion across Europe, North America and Latam on the horizon.
Glitnor Group runs the LuckyCasino and HappyCasino B2C brands, as well as its B2B content house Swintt.
The group had planned to acquire affiliate KaFe Rocks last year, but the deal was aborted due to difficult market conditions.
Speaking on his appointment, Brown said: “I am honoured to take on the role of CEO of Glitnor Group. The teams have built a fantastic position in the industry and I look forward to working with them to further capitalise on the number of opportunities the business has ahead of it.
“The group’s long-term ambition is impressive, supported by founders with a proven track record of success and I am extremely excited to help add value towards achieving those goals for the business, the staff and its shareholders,” he added.
Nordlund said: “Given the successful nature of his time at GiG and the wealth of igaming experience he has in general, I’m certain Richard has all of the necessary skills to help take Glitnor to a new level. I think I speak for everyone when I say we can’t wait to work with him as we enter our next phase of development.”