Ashley Lang: Breaking down the iGaming eco-system

🎙 Podcast #148 with Pierre Lindh and Gavin Hamilton, Director - Willow Park Capital 🚨 Get ready for an insightful episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! Our host Pierre Lindh is joined by Gavin Hamilton, Director of Willow Park Capital, for an enlightening discussion on the future of customer relationships in the iGaming industry. 🎧 This episode is brimming with invaluable insights, as Gavin reflects on his past predictions, shares lessons from major acquisitions, and reveals his investment strategy. He also discusses the evolution of slots, the importance of team loyalty, and his predictions for the future of the industry. 🔥 ⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Gavin's Five Predictions from 2017 05:30 - Lessons from Major Acquisitions 10:17 - Post-acquisition Exit and What's NEXT 14:04 - Evolution and Their Challenges 16:25 - Evolution of Slots 19:32 - Cultivating Team Loyalty 21:10 - Gavin's Investment Strategy 22:11 - Gavin's Five Predictions for 2027 Don't miss this unique opportunity to gain firsthand insights from Gavin Hamilton as he and Pierre delve into the intricacies of the iGaming industry, the dynamics of Willow Park Capital, and the future of customer relationships. 💼ABOUT Gavin Hamilton: Director at Willow Park Capital. Gavin Hamilton brings a wealth of experience to the table, having been a key player in the iGaming industry for many years. His strategic vision and investment acumen have been instrumental in shaping the direction of Willow Park Capital. Gavin's insights are invaluable for anyone looking to understand the future of the industry. 🔔 Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for more insightful content and exclusive interviews with the industry's front-runners! _____ This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

27 Juli 202326min

🎙 Podcast #147 with Pierre Lindh and Maarja Pärt CEO of Yolo Group 🚨 Brace yourself for a riveting episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! Our host Pierre Lindh welcomes Maarja Pärt, the innovative CEO of Yolo Group, for a thought conversation on the inner workings of the iGaming industry. 🎧 This episode is packed with wisdom, as Maarja unravels her journey from customer support to CEO, the challenges Yolo faced in 2022, her leadership principles, and the expectations for the iGaming industry in 2024. 🔥 ⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Maarja's Journey 04:25 - Transitioning from Customer Support to CEO 06:12 - Managing Company Scaling 09:34 - Challenges Faced by YOLO in 2022 12:00 - Maarja's Leadership Principles 13:32 - POTS Syndrome and Its Management 15:45 - The Role and Meaning of Being a CEO 20:08 - Handling Stress and Pressure as a CEO 24:05 - Generating Big Business Ideas 27:10 - Advice for the New Generation and the Future of YOLO Don't miss this golden opportunity to gain firsthand insights from Maarja Pärt as she and Pierre traverse through her journey, the current dynamics of Yolo Group, and the wider iGaming environment. 💼ABOUT Maarja Pärt: Member of the management board of Yolo Group. Maarja oversees the Yolo Group as CEO and has been an integral part of the Group’s growth and development. Previously serving as CFO, Maarja has a decade of hands-on experience both within the start-up and iGaming sectors. She has strategically supervised the Group from an operation of six people to a globally recognised leader in crypto entertainment. 🔔 Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for more insightful content and exclusive interviews with the industry's front-runners! _____ This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

25 Juli 202329min

- Entain acquires Angstrom Sports to strengthen US sports betting capabilities - Entain acquires Angstrom Sports to strengthen US sports betting capabilities - Betfred hit with £3.25m UKGC settlement for AML and responsibility failures - UK to require parental consent for under-18 loot box purchases Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

20 Juli 202345min

🎙 Podcast with Michael Pedersen and Pete Laverick, CEO & Founder at Incline Gaming Marketing Inc. 🚨 Prepare for an unforgettable journey in this mind-bending episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! 🎧 Pete is an iGaming veteran with 27 years of experience under his belt, based on the Westcoast working with US marketing on a daily basis. What are the current CPA and LTV levels, how do they differ between sports-betting and casino, bonusing and bonus abuse, MarTech and its importance are just some of the topics in this pod and Pete gives us his predictions of how the US marketing world will unfold over the next 24 months. ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction of Pete Laverick 07:15 - How is the marketing landscape in the US right now 13:07 - Average CPA for sports betting & casino in the US 16:05 - What is the state of the bonus spend 22:25 - How different are the products in the US from Europe 30:22 - The current state of the technology compared to Europe 36:47 - The road from the land-based casino to the online 42:00 - How to bring a younger demographic into the casino 44:44 - Predictions from Pete’s side about the US market 50:00 - How to achieve success for a small casino in the US 54:20 - Top 3 tips for operators & marketers when entering the US 1:00:05 - Bonus question 💼 ABOUT Pete Laverick: Pete has more than 25 years experience of successfully leading marketing teams in online gaming. As one of the most experienced real money gaming marketing executives, he relocated to the US in 2010 to focus on the North American market. Pete brings experience from BetVictor, IGT, BetAmerica, Aristocrat and PlayStudios. 🔔 Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for more enlightening content and exclusive interviews with industry leaders! _____ This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Michael Pedersen, CCO at Livespins and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

17 Juli 20231h 4min

- Las Vegas Sands enters online gambling with launch of B2B live dealer casino - Bally’s selects Stakelogic’s live dealer solution for Rhode Island expansion - DraftKings hits 52-week high amid positive outlook for profitability Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

13 Juli 202334min

Weekly News: A remote chance of returning to the office Hang out with Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

6 Juli 202356min

- Dutch market deep dive - With Special Guest Peter-Paul de Goeij, Managing Director at NOGA ... and much more! Hang out with Jake Evans & Nico Jansen with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

29 Juni 202359min

- Entain moves to acquire Polish bookmaker STS for £750m - Betsson enters Belgium with €120m acquisition of betFIRST Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

16 Juni 202333min