Microgaming CEO steps down after 17 years with the supplier

Microgaming has confirmed its CEO John Coleman will step down from his role at the helm of the igaming supplier with effect from 31 December.

Joining Microgaming as chief financial officer in 2004, Coleman stepped up to the CEO role in June 2018.

In a move which echoes his own journey up the Microgaming ladder, Coleman will be replaced by chief operating officer Andrew Clucas.

Speaking about his departure from Microgaming, Coleman said he was honoured to have led the firm hailing its “incredible business and people”.

“After 17 years at the company, this is a natural time for me personally to embark on the next adventure.

“Microgaming has a strong leadership structure in place and an exciting future ahead, and I am delighted to announce Andrew Clucas as my successor. Andy is a brilliant colleague, friend and leader, and I have every confidence that he will steer Microgaming to new success,” Coleman added.

A veteran of the RAF, Clucas joined Microgaming in 2009 as senior manager of corporate affairs, but later served as head of poker, regulation, business development and sales, before becoming a director of the Quickfire and land-based business in September 2016.

Microgaming’s new CEO designate paid tribute to his predecessor’s role in shaping the business over his tenure as CEO. “John has been an outstanding leader and ambassador of the business for almost two decades, and I cannot praise him highly enough for his many achievements and contributions,” Clucas explained.

“I am delighted to be picking up the mantle from him – being appointed CEO of Microgaming is an incredible honour, and I intend to lead the business with the very same passion and commitment,” he added.