🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #219 with James Curwen, CEO at Yggdrasil Gaming

In this episode, James Curwen, CEO at Yggdrasil Gaming, shares his journey of transforming a company in decline into a thriving, tech-driven industry leader. Discover his strategies for reinvention, leadership, and innovation in the competitive iGaming space. .

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:31 - Sponsors

01:50 - Welcoming James Curwen

02:30 - Tackling the challenges of turning a company around

04:06 - Why rapid action is crucial in a declining business

06:03 - Becoming the largest content aggregator

07:49 - Building a scalable tech platform and innovating with AI

10:46 - Balancing culture and connection

12:22 - The four pillars of transformation: Efficiency, sustainability, disruption, and innovation

18:48 - The risk of complacency: Reinventing before decline

20:08 - Why bravery and risk-taking are essential for leadership success

24:27 - Balancing being friendly vs. being a leader

27:27 - Fostering a culture of engagement and accountability

33:36 - Attributes of great leaders

40:19 - Building a high-performing, skilled team

45:02 - Letting go to move forward

50:18 - From decline to double growth

52:45 - What’s next? James’s vision for the future of the company

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