Francesco Rodano, the former Italian online gaming regulator, has joined Playtech’s executive management team as chief policy officer.
Based in London, Rodano will report to Mor Weizer, the group’s chief executive.
In a statement, Playtech said Rodano will advise company executives on governmental policies at local, state, national and EU levels as well as provide Playtech with further business opportunities, developing new relationships and fostering existing connections with institutional organisations and industry stakeholders on a global level - with the exception of Italy.
While at regulator AAMS, Rodano reformed the Italian regulatory framework and oversaw the introduction of a comprehensive range of regulated online products, including poker in 2008 and casino games in 2011.
“After many years spent as a regulator, I’m excited to move to the industry side and to join Playtech at a time when focus on regulated markets is a global priority,” said Rodano.
“Playtech has a talented and respected management team and I am really looking forward to supporting them on public policy matters.”
