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The board of directors of OPAP SA<\/strong> has launched a search for a new chairman following the immediate exit of Kamil Ziegler<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In early October, OPAP informed investors that Ziegler had stepped down as chairman of the Athens-based gambling group and operator of the Greek national lottery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The duties of OPAP chairman have been temporarily transferred to CEO Jan Karas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The investors were informed that Ziegler had stepped down as chairman for “personal reasons” but acted as an executive adviser to the OPAP board leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Karas and the OPAP board have been guiding the company through this transition period, overseeing the search for Ziegler’s permanent successor. The board leaders are expected to prioritize candidates with a deep understanding of the gambling and lottery sector, as well as extensive corporate governance experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, the company continues to make efforts to expand its gaming portfolio and maintain its digital capabilities in response to market changes and increasing competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Investors remain confident in the stability of OPAP, as evidenced by the small increase in the company’s share price following the announcement. OPAP shares grew 0.44% to \u20ac16.03<\/strong> in trading on Tuesday on the Athens Stock Exchange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The board of directors has set the goal of appointing a new chairman by the end of the current financial year. Karas’ joint leadership will ensure the excellence of OPAP’s strategy and operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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