London-listed betting and gaming operator Entain has appointed Helen Ashton as an independent non-executive director.
She joins Entain’s Board of Directors with immediate effect and will also serve as a member of the audit committee.
Ashton brings a wealth of experience to the Board following an extensive career in public and private equity-backed businesses and as a chartered accountant.
She currently serves as a non-executive director and chair of the audit and risk committees of JD Sports Fashion, and previously served as chief financial officer at fashion retailer ASOS.
“On behalf of the Board, I am delighted to welcome Helen to Entain. Helen brings a wealth of retail, digital, financial and board experience,” said Barry Gibson, chairman of Entain.
“As part of the continued strengthening of the Entain Board, I am confident that Helen will further enhance the Board’s ability to support and oversee the delivery of our strategy.”
Shares in Entain plc. (LSE:ENT) were trading 0.31 per cent higher at 641.40 pence per share in London Monday morning.