Richard Carter
Position: CEO (since 2023)
Nationality: British
Education: Bachelor of Biological Sciences degree from King’s College London
Holdings in GiG Software: 3,437,451 Depository Receipts and 3,437,451 options
Richard joined GiG as CEO for Platform & Sportsbook in September 2023, bringing extensive experience at executive level from within the iGaming industry. As CEO of SBTech for close to five years, Richard led the company’s merger with digital sports entertainment and gaming company DraftKings through a three-way deal with Diamond Eagle Acquisition Corp in April 2020. Most recently, Richard was CEO of Bragg, a Nasdaq and TSX listed online casino and gaming platform provider. These positions have given Richard a strong knowledge of GiG’s core markets and industry needs. Prior to SBTech, he was a Director of Research at Deutsche Bank, responsible for leading their highly rated Pan-European Gaming Equity Research franchise.
Claudio Caruana
Position: General Counsel (since 2020)
Nationality: Maltese
Education: Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Malta and Master of Laws from the University of Strathclyde
Holdings in GiG Software: 98,100 Depository Receipts and 301,000 options
Claudio Caruana has been active in the gaming industry for over ten years, starting his career in a full-service law firm specialising in gambling regulation, privacy, and corporate law. Throughout his career, he has been involved in and led the legal process of several M&A transactions spanning various industries. Claudio has been representing GiG since 2013, and in 2017 joined the company to lead and expand the legal, compliance and regulatory affairs department in the face of an ever-evolving risk environment. He holds a Doctorate in Law from the University of Malta and a Master’s degree in Internet, Telecommunications Law and Policy from the University of Strathclyde.
James Coxon
Position: Chief Operating Officer (since 2023)
Nationality: British
Education: Bachelor of Science degree from Northumbria University; Leadership Consortium from Harvard University
Holdings in GiG Software: 56,283 Depository Receipts and 1,464,327 options
As COO, James leads GiG’s operational excellence, fostering innovation and contributing to the overall success of the company. Most recently serving as VP of Commercial at DraftKings, James is dedicated to creating a culture of continuous improvement, with a keen focus on maximising the profitability of GiG’s current clients, partnerships and overall sources of revenue.
Phil Richards
Position: Chief Financial Officer (since 2024)
Nationality: British
Education: Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Nottingham
Holdings in GiG Software: 43,100 Depository Receipts and 426,000 options
A proven financial strategist across the iGaming, cybersecurity and accounting sectors, Richard’s career includes executive positions at Kambi and blue-chip giants Shell and KPMG, with his most recent role as CFO of AIM-listed cybersecurity specialists Corero Network Security plc.
Kevin Norville
Position: Chief People Officer (since 2024)
Nationality: Spanish / American
Education: Master of Business Administration from the George Washington University; Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Liberty University
Holdings in GiG Software: 38,000 Depository Receipts and 351,000 options
