Brian Mattingley takes over as 888 Holdings Executive Chairman

Following its Annual General Meeting (AGM), 888 Holdings confirmed a number of governance changes to its board.

As confirmed at the start of 2015, 888 Holdings officially announced the retirement of Richard Kilsby as Executive Chairman after nine years’ service to the operator. Kilsby will be replaced by Brian Mattingley who steps down as company CEO to take over the role.

Brian  would praise Kilsby contribution to 888, stating

On behalf of the entire 888 team across the world I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to Richard and to John for their considerable contributions to 888 over many years. We wish them every success for the future.

“Richard has shown outstanding leadership during his nine-year tenure as chairman which has seen 888 grow and develop significantly. I would like to extend my personal thanks for Richard’s unwavering dedication and counsel during my time as chief executive of 888.”

888 Holdings AGM would further announced the departure of long-serving director and former CEO John Anderson who has chosen to retire from the board.

On taking up his position as Executive Chairman, Mattingley stated that he was very excited to be taking the position at an exciting time for the operators development and progression.