Kambi appoints former SKS365 head as chief people officer
Brian Dean to be tasked with developing supplier’s global people strategy having been added to firm’s executive management team
Kambi has named former SKS365 exec Brian Dean as its new chief people officer in the latest addition to the supplier’s C-suite.
Dean held the same role with SKS365 for six-and-a-half years, at the same time as serving as the Italy-facing brand’s chief operations officer.
He joined SKS365 in May 2018 and left in September 2024 after the group was acquired by Lottomatica in a €639m deal.
Dean’s time with SKS365 marked his first role in the igaming industry, having previously worked for Vodafone, HSBC and Barclays.
In his new role with the Stockholm-listed supplier, Dean will lead its global people strategy, including “evolving the company culture”.
He will also be tasked with developing the firm’s talent as well as its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
On the appointment, Kambi Group CEO, Werner Becher, said: “I am delighted to welcome Brian to Kambi as chief people officer.
“His appointment underscores our belief that people are at the heart of Kambi’s success.
“As we establish ourselves as the home of premium sports betting solutions, having someone of Brian’s calibre and experience in this critical role will ensure we can both attract and retain the best talent in the industry to drive the company forward.”
Dean added: “I am thrilled to join Kambi at such an exciting time in its journey. The company’s emphasis on innovation and its people-first approach deeply resonated with me.
“I look forward to working closely with Werner and the leadership team to build on Kambi’s strong foundation and cultivate a workplace culture where employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.”
Dean has become the latest new face in the Kambi C-suite after the brand promoted sales senior vice-president Sarah Robertson to chief commercial officer in October.
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