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Monica Shafaq, former CEO of mental health charity The Kaleidoscope Plus Group, joins gambling addiction charity Gordon Moody as new CEO
Gordon Moody, the UK’s leading charity dedicated to providing support and treatment for those suffering from severe gambling harm, is delighted to announce the appointment of Monica Shafaq as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Following an extensive and thorough recruitment process conducted by our board of trustees over recent months, Monica Shafaq will take the helm from January 2024.
Monica brings 13 years’ experience in the charity sector and joins Gordon Moody from The Kaleidoscope Plus Group, a leading charitable organisation focused on mental health and wellbeing, where she has served as CEO since 2010.
Her wealth of experience and dedication to the betterment of individuals’ lives align perfectly with Gordon Moody’s mission. During her time in her previous role, Monica implemented the charity’s rebrand from Sandwell Mind into The Kaleidoscope Plus Group and retained a place on the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work for every year since 2015.
Monica will succeed interim CEO Matthew Hickey, who will continue to support the leadership team at Gordon Moody until the end of the year, ensuring a seamless transition until Monica officially assumes her role in early 2024.
During Matthew’s tenure, Gordon Moody has grown its treatment capacity from 120 to 270 a year; increasing the visibility of the organisation at a national level. He oversaw the opening of the UK’s first women-only residential treatment centre in 2021 and has paved the way for a new West Midlands-based treatment facility due to open in 2024, which will increase the number of bed spaces to 350.
Gordon Moody figures* reveal that applications for their treatment were up 43% last year (from 619 to 885), showing a positive narrative in people seeking help. But there’s still a long way to go as GambleAware has recently identified the true figure for those at risk of gambling harm as significantly more than the industry has previously suggested, and may be as high as 1.5 million.
Commenting on her appointment, Monica said: “It is a huge privilege to have been appointed the new CEO of Gordon Moody. It’s an honour to lead an organisation that is committed to making a positive impact to the lives of those affected by gambling harm and to work with the remarkable team of passionate individuals. Together, we will work tirelessly to raise awareness, provide support, and a path to recovery. I am excited to collaborate with existing partners and stakeholders as well as forging new relationships to drive meaningful change.
“I am leaving The Kaleidoscope Plus Group with a heavy heart but filled with pride for what the team has achieved over the past 13 years. We have done some extraordinary work together fighting for mental health equality and I know that we will remain strong allies going forward.”
Gordon Moody trustee, Claire Arnold, said: “We are delighted to welcome Monica to the Gordon Moody team as our new Chief Executive Officer and we would also like to express our sincere thanks to our departing CEO, Matthew Hickey, who has worked tirelessly to advance our cause over the past four years.
“Monica brings a wealth of experience from her work in the charity sector, most recently from The Kaleidoscope Plus Group and her energy for achieving social change will be a huge asset to Gordon Moody.
“We look forward to the new era of leadership under Monica Shafaq’s guidance and are confident that her expertise will contribute significantly to our mission of addressing gambling harm and its profound impact on individuals and families.”
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SCCG Management Announces Strategic Partnership with JackTop
SCCG Management, a global leader in advisory and business development services for the gaming industry, has announced a strategic partnership with JackTop to support the global distribution and business development of the JackTop Live Dealer Casino Solution. This collaboration will leverage SCCG’s extensive network, expertise, and global reach to position JackTop as a leading live dealer casino solutions provider, catering to a wide range of online gaming platforms—from social casinos to Class III mobile on-premise operations and beyond.
JackTop offers a cutting-edge live dealer casino experience, broadcasting traditional casino games 24/7 in full HD. With operations spanning over 70 countries and a growing network of 100+ partners, JackTop combines American broadcasting technology, seamless multi-platform integration, and customizable environments to deliver an unmatched player experience.
The partnership will see SCCG Management driving global sales, fostering strategic partnerships, and expanding JackTop’s presence in key gaming markets worldwide. SCCG’s proven track record in accelerating business growth and facilitating entry into emerging markets ensures that JackTop’s innovative solutions reach operators who are seeking high-quality, customizable live dealer gaming experiences.
“At SCCG Management, we are always on the lookout for game-changing solutions that redefine player engagement and operator success. JackTop’s live dealer casino solution stands out with its commitment to quality, flexibility, and seamless integration across multiple platforms. We are excited to partner with JackTop to drive global adoption and bring its immersive gaming experience to operators and players worldwide,” said Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management.
JackTop’s live casino offerings include fully customizable environments, unique game development capabilities, and seamless integration into both online and land-based gaming operations. With features like real-time live chat, multi-game views, and full HD broadcasting, JackTop creates an authentic casino atmosphere for players, no matter where they are.
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GAN Selects Internet Vikings’ Hosting Solutions in Arkansas
Internet Vikings, a licensed in-state hosting provider for iGaming and online sports betting, announces the extension of its relationship with GAN Sports®, a supplier of industry-leading casino content, into Arkansas.
Following a successful multi-state collaboration initiated in 2022, Internet Vikings continues to support GAN by delivering hosting services tailored to their operational needs. Internet Vikings is continuing to grow across the United States, as Arkansas becomes the latest state to benefit from their hosting services.
GAN, a B2B supplier of internet gambling software-as-a-service solutions, initially entered into an agreement with Internet Vikings in a landmark deal covering 15 states. Since then, the relationship has grown stronger, with GAN relying on Internet Vikings’ bare metal server solutions to support their large-scale U.S. operations.
This expansion into Arkansas follows a recent deployment in Nevada, where Internet Vikings also provides hosting solutions to GAN. As GAN continues to operate across regulated U.S. markets, Internet Vikings remains a dependable resource, and has demonstrated its reliability to support long-term growth.
Rickard Vikström, CEO and Founder of Internet Vikings, shared his thoughts, “Our relationship with GAN reflects the trust we’ve built over the years. It’s not just about providing hosting solutions; it’s about understanding their vision and exceeding their expectations.”
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LiveRamp and Mohegan Launch Industry’s First Casino Media Network
LiveRamp announced it is powering the industry’s first casino media network for Mohegan, a global leader in casino and entertainment destinations. For the first time, brands can access Mohegan’s rich first-party insights to reach guests and players in addition to the ability to measure campaigns across the casino’s digital channels and on-premise experiences, including in-app, loyalty programs, slot machines, kiosks, and more.
Ad spending on travel-focused commerce media is forecasted to reach $2.96 billion next year as hospitality, gaming, and entertainment companies unlock their unique behavioral insights for advertiser partners. Mohegan alone captures 200 million impressions per month across its casinos and digital estate, including exclusive insights on visitors’ entertainment, dining, and vacation preferences. This unique set of data allows advertisers to immediately discover and activate highly engaged audiences while deepening customer understanding in ways previously not possible.
“By launching the industry’s first casino media network, Mohegan is setting a new standard for highly relevant guest experiences that connect consumers with their favorite brands. With the largest and most powerful data collaboration network, LiveRamp was the clear choice to power seamless connectivity and measurement, help us deepen our premier partnerships, and protect customers’ data,” said Rich Roberts, President of Mohegan Digital.
LiveRamp’s data collaboration technology allows Mohegan to unify its data across sources and deliver an accurate, connected customer view to advertisers across its online and offline channels, maximizing the value of every customer interaction. LiveRamp also supports closed-loop measurement of media network campaigns, which brings the customer journey to life, giving advertisers deeper understanding of customer actions from ad exposure, to on-property visits or online interactions to ensure advertiser ROI.
Vihan Sharma, LiveRamp’s Chief Revenue Officer, said: “Mohegan is reimagining the gaming and entertainment industry by leveraging its unique first-party data as the powerful asset it is, forging new paths of innovation that unlock new revenue streams and transform customer experiences. LiveRamp is proud to lead the way in powering media networks across diverse industries and eager to connect advertisers to more high-value audiences as we grow our collaborative ecosystem. That’s why we’re thrilled to partner with a leading-edge brand such as Mohegan to pioneer new applications of data collaboration.”
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