The Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) announced the appointment of Andreas Söneby to the Board of Directors of the GiG Platform, effective immediately, replacing Tomasz Juroszek. Söneby brings extensive leadership experience from some of the most prominent companies in the sector, including Unibet, Kindred Group, and Kambi.
Andreas Söneby brings with him a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the gaming and technology sectors, making him an invaluable addition to the Board of the GiG Platform as the company continues to grow and innovate in the industry.
Throughout his distinguished career, Söneby has demonstrated his ability to lead and innovate at the highest levels. As Chief Information Officer at Kambi, he was instrumental in driving the company's technology strategy, overseeing a team of over 300 professionals, and managing exponential transaction growth.
His work at Unibet Group plc, where he served as CTO and IT Director, further highlights his ability to manage complex operations and deliver significant results. Notably, he played a crucial role in establishing Kambi as an independent entity within the Unibet Group.
In addition to his specific industry experience, Söneby has held executive positions at companies such as White Hat Gaming and Instabox, and currently serves as a Venture Partner at Industrifonden, where he continues to shape the future of IT and technology across various sectors.
"We are delighted to welcome Andreas to our Board of the GiG Platform", said Petter Nylander, chairman of GiG Software. "His deep industry knowledge and leadership experience will be crucial as we continue to strengthen our position as one of the leading players in the gaming industry. We are confident that Andreas' insights and expertise will bring significant value to our Board and the company as a whole".
The appointment of Söneby comes at a critical time for the Gaming Innovation Group, as the company continues to expand its offerings and solidify its presence in the global market.
The Board of the GiG Platform is temporarily a committee of the Board of Directors of GiG dedicated to the platform & sportsbook vertical until the spin-off. Andreas Söneby replaces Tomasz Juroszek, who will leave the Board of the GiG Platform.
The Board of the GiG Platform now consists of Petter Nylander (chairman), Hessi Mocca, Mikael Riese Harstad, Nicolas Adlercreutz, and Andreas Söneby.
The Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) is a leading technology company in iGaming, providing solutions, products, and services to iGaming operators. Founded in 2012, GiG's vision is “to be the industry-leading platform, sportsbook provider, and media, offering world-class solutions to our iGaming partners and their customers. GiG's mission is to drive sustainable growth and profitability for our partners through product innovation, scalable technology, and quality of service”.
The Gaming Innovation Group operates from Malta and is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the symbol GIG and on the Nasdaq Stockholm under the symbol GIGSEK.
Source: GMB
