The Board of Directors of Kambi Group Plc has officially named Werner Becher as the new CEO of the sports betting technology group.
Becher will assume his role at Kambi on July 25, taking over from Christian Nylen, who is concluding his 14-year tenure as CEO. Kambi’s Q2 2024 results are scheduled to be released the day before the transition.
Previously, Werner served as CEO of Sportradar EMEA and Latin America, where he played a key role in leading Sportradar’s $7 billion IPO on Global Nasdaq in 2021. From 2011 to 2018, Becher was the CEO of DACH Interwetten Sports.
Becher joins Kambi as the company implements a “modularization strategy,” which includes opening its platform, developing its AI pricing division, Tzeract, and acquiring Abios and Shape Games.
Chairman, Anders Ström, who welcomed Becher as the new CEO: “We are delighted to welcome Werner Becher as the new CEO of Kambi. Werner is an exceptionally suitable successor to Kristian Nylén.
“With extensive industry experience, a strong entrepreneurial spirit, proven business acumen, and exceptional drive, we are confident Werner is the right choice to lead Kambi into a new era.”
Becher expressed confidence in Kambi’s ambitious technology goals while maintaining its status as a leading provider of sports betting solutions to over 40 tier-one clients, including Kindred Group, LeoVegas, Rush Street Interactive, and Bally’s Interactive.
Becher added: “I join Kambi at an exciting time in its evolution, as it continues to open up its service and widen its addressable market. I am excited to work closely with the Board, our executive team, and our talented employees across the world to deliver on the fantastic opportunities ahead of us.”
“I am honoured to take on the position of CEO at Kambi Group, a company that has been at the forefront of this industry for many years and one which I have the utmost respect and admiration for.”
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