(AsiaGameHub) –   Gambling.com Group, a premier gaming affiliate, has declared that Charles Gillespie, its co-founder, CEO, and chair, will transition to the role of executive chair. Concurrently, Kevin McCrystle, co-founder and current chief operating officer, will be promoted to CEO.

These changes will become official following the company’s imminent Annual General Meeting.

Leadership Transition Marks New Growth Chapter

The company commended Gillespie’s exceptional guidance, which propelled its evolution from a startup concept to a dominant affiliate and the first publicly listed online gambling affiliate in the United States.

Michael Quartieri, the group’s lead independent director, stated that Gillespie’s foresight and two-decade service as CEO have established him as “one of the longest-serving and most successful CEOs in online gambling history.” Quartieri expressed gratitude for Gillespie’s tenure as CEO and anticipation for his contributions as executive chair.

Quartieri also lauded McCrystle as an “exceptional leader,” affirming his suitability for the chief executive position.

Founders Express Commitment to Company’s Future

McCrystle remarked on his new appointment, stating he is honored by the board’s significant confidence and is eager to assume the CEO role to guide the company’s next stage of development.

While we advance our strategic plans, I am excited to assume the CEO position and steer the entire Company with our founder-led values, optimally preparing Gambling.com Group for sustained expansion.

Kevin McCrystle, CEO appointee, Gambling.com

Gillespie noted that Gambling.com has been central to his adult life and holds great personal significance. He expressed his satisfaction at the chance to continue shaping the business together with Kevin.

As we expand our sports data services, transform our marketing operations, and adopt an AI-driven approach, the timing is ideal to renew our leadership structure and empower our most capable leader to fully direct all business divisions.

Charles Gillespie, executive chair appointee, Gambling.com

The company announced that both founders will co-host the Q1 2026 earnings conference call, scheduled for mid-May 2026.