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(Alliance News) -Â 888 Holdings PLC on Thursday said it has appointed Vaughan Lewis to the newly created role of chief strategy officer, hired from a rival gambling firm.
Lewis joins from Flutter Entertainment PLC, where he was transformation lead for Flutter's international business following its acquisition of The Stars Group in May this year.
Lewis will join 888 in early 2021.
"Reporting to CEO, Itai Pazner, Vaughan will support Itai in the development of the group's long-term strategy and will be responsible for strategic business development including M&A origination and execution. In addition, Vaughan will be responsible for investor relations, working closely with the CFO to develop the group's investor relations strategy," said 888.
Shares in 888 were up 0.2% at 259.88 pence in London on Thursday. Flutter shares were up 0.6% at 13,510.00p.
By Lucy Heming;Â lucyheming@alliancenews.com
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