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After 17 years helping to build Blueprint Gaming from the ground up, Jo Purvis, Chief Commercial Officer at JP Consultancy, has embraced a new chapter in consulting.

In the latest Diary of an iGaming Exec episode with Robin Hutchison, Jo reflects on the early days: a tiny team and just a handful of games. Her story is a great reminder that businesses grow through strong content, trusted relationships and people willing to put in the miles.

Jo also shares her perspective on AI, mentorship, women in gaming and why this industry still has so much to offer the next generation.

In association with BettingJobs.

Paul Dolman-Darrall, CEO of g.games is the latest to sit down with @Robin Hutchison to tell all on Diary of an iGaming Exec. 

In this candid conversation on innovation and resilience, Paul explains the ambition behind 99 Royale and the uncomfortable truth of the “trough of death” that follows a launch.

The two also discuss what it takes to build something genuinely different, and the line between simply surviving and thriving in business, taking risks, and the best interview strategy to guarantee YOU get the job.

Full episode out now, in association with BettingJobs.

From starting at the bottom of the family business to leading 1X2 Network as CEO, Kevin Reid's journey has been anything but ordinary.

In the latest episode of Diary of an iGaming Exec, he joins Robin Hutchison for an honest conversation about ambition, resilience and the realities of leadership in a constantly evolving industry. 🎰 

They discuss: 

✅ Building a business through change
✅ The pressures leaders don't always talk about
✅ Knowing when to push forward and when to adapt
✅ Career lessons for the next generation of iGaming professionals

In association with BettingJobs.

The latest episode of In Her Element is now live, featuring Dinara Pogodina, CEO of Notix Games. ✨

Dinara shares what's really driving innovation at her company, and it's not just tech. Having built Notix Games by deliberately hiring outside the traditional iGaming talent pool, she believes mixing perspectives from other industries keeps a product sharp and competitive.

She also opens up about where AI genuinely helps a team move faster, and where leaning on it too much can get in the way of creativity.

We get into how she builds trust within her team, and why she believes people need to feel safe enough to speak up and bring in new ideas.

The media landscape is changing, so what can PR teams do to create conversations journalists actually want to have? 🕵🏻‍♀️

In the latest episode of Diary of an iGaming Executive, Robin Hutchison sits down with journalist and Clear Concise Media Content and Editorial Consultant, Scott Longley.

From the shift towards inbox-first, “smart brevity” journalism to the rise of US-led innovation and prediction markets, Scott shares his unfiltered perspective on the forces reshaping the industry.

A thoughtful, candid conversation with one of iGaming’s most experienced editorial voices, Scott also explores whether AI is going to transform or threaten journalism and the ever changing relationship between B2B media, events and sponsorship.💡

Full episode out now, in association with BettingJobs.

Brazil's betting market is entering a new era, but what role is female leadership playing in shaping its future?

In the latest episode of In Her Element, Altenar’s Luana Monje, Beatriz Lorenção and Maria Silvia S. share their perspectives on career growth, mentorship, innovation and the realities of working within Brazil’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

From product development and customer success to legal and compliance, they explore how different disciplines come together to drive progress in one of the world's fastest-growing markets.

From teaching computer science in Sweden to helping scale some of the industry’s best-known brands, Ulle Skottling has built a career at the intersection of technology, product, and growth.💻🇸🇪

Now, as CEO of DeGaming, he believes the next major evolution in gaming is transparency. In this episode, he explains why blockchain is about far more than cryptocurrency, and how it could help address one of the industry’s biggest challenges: trust.

He also shares the personal experiences that have shaped his leadership style, and how lessons from martial arts competition still influence the way he leads today. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🥊

In association with BettingJobs.

The latest episode of In Her Element is now live.

Host Sophie Norris sat down with Susan Bala, Co-Founder and Director of Advanced Compliance Technology for a personal and powerful conversation about resilience and rebuilding after tremendous adversity.

Known across the industry for her relentless fight for justice, Susan shares the impact of her now overturned illegal gambling conviction that lasted more than 20 years, including losing her business and spending 17 months in prison.

Listen to the full episode now on Spotify.

Matt Stephenson, an instrumental figure in helping Genius Sports to become a world leader in sports data and technology, joined Robin Hutchison for the latest Diary of an iGaming Exec episode.🎙️✨

Matt reflects on his journey through the iGaming industry, discussing the evolution of live betting, the future of sports technology and the impact of AI on the industry. He also shares valuable insights on leadership, mentorship and building a long-term career. 🚀📈

Matt highlights the upcoming World Cup as a major moment for the business, with Genius Sports preparing to deploy its Edge trading and risk management solution to help operators maximise performance using AI and live data. ⚽🏆

In association with BettingJobs.

Do aggregators really run the whole show?

David Fall, Business Development Manager at St8, breaks down the actual impact of aggregators in the iGaming industry on the latest episode of iGFM. He challenges the biggest misconception in the space and reveals how aggregators actually act as facilitators, helping operators unlock content and overcome technical hurdles. Catch the full conversation to learn more about how St8 is setting itself apart in a crowded market. 
Full episode available here.