DraftKings has appointed Christian Bogstrand as its new executive vice president and general manager of iGaming.
Bogstrand brings a wealth of experience to the operator, most recently serving as CEO of Lucky7 Ventures, operator of the Luckydays, Spinaway and MagicJackpot brands.
He also spent more than 12 years with bet365, including as head of gaming, and also had stints at Bodog and LeoVegas brand Expekt.
“Today, I’m excited to share that I’ve joined DraftKings as executive vice president and general manager of iGaming,” said Bogstrand in a post on LinkedIn. “From the fantastic teams to a strong in-house technology foundation and a company-wide focus on delivering best-in-class player experiences, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to a business that’s scaling with purpose. It’s also a place where I believe I can thrive and continue growing.
“When I first connected with DraftKings, I met a group of founders and leaders who were welcoming, focused, and deeply motivated to keep raising the bar. That energy and sense of purpose made the decision to come on board easy.”
Shares in DraftKings Inc (NASDAQ:DKNG) closed 1.47 per cent lower at $33.60 per share in New York Monday.