Allwyn brings in Ifor Evans as group CTO

Lottery and gaming operator Allwyn has appointed Ifor Evans as group chief technology officer (CTO), replacing Tony Khatskevich who has served in the role for the past six years.

Evans will be taking over from Khatskevich on 1 June, and has over 25 years of experience in software engineering, systems and data architecture, IT management and project leadership.

He joins Allwyn from Bally’s Corporation, where he served as CTO for nearly five years. He was also CTO at Gamesys prior to its acquisition by Bally’s in October 2021.

“We are delighted to welcome Ifor as our new group CTO to continue enhancing the innovation of the lotteries we operate," said Allwyn CEO Robert Chvátal. "Allwyn wants to make its lotteries even more entertaining and attractive to new audiences and, in doing so, have even more of a positive impact on society.

“Ifor is a dynamic business leader who has an excellent track record of delivering technology solutions across the gaming and IT sector. He has exceptional strategic capabilities, proven operational effectiveness and strong experience in our markets.”

Commenting on his appointment, Evans said: “I am delighted to have been appointed as group CTO of Allwyn. The company’s commitment to social impact is evident across its global footprint. I look forward to helping the team to develop even better lotteries and new game formats through the power of cutting-edge technology and future thinking."

Evans will replace Khatskevich, who has served as CTO for six years and will become an advisor to Chvátal and the board of directors, focused on giving strategic advice on innovation, technology, IT and security matters.

"I would also like to take the opportunity to thank Tony for his exceptional contribution and commitment to Allwyn over the past six years," said Chvátal. "He played a pivotal role in establishing a strong technology function for Allwyn and conceived and led technology initiatives that have helped to drive innovation across the group.

“In addition, Tony played a key leadership role in Allwyn’s winning bid in the UK and management of the transition. I’m very pleased that we will continue to benefit from Tony’s wisdom, knowledge, ideas and warm personality in his new role, where he will continue to help us to fulfil our business growth and ambitions.”