Corporate Moves: John Bryant assumes role as chair of the Board at Flutter
John Bryant has taken on the role of Chair and Non-Executive Director at Flutter Entertainment, a major force in the gaming and betting industry. This transition follows the tenure of outgoing Chair Gary McGann, who served as the company’s Non-Executive Director for an impressive nine years. Bryant’s new position was announced in April 2023.
Distinguished background and education
John Bryant’s career is marked by a wealth of experience, extensive leadership roles and notable achievements spanning over three decades. His educational background includes studies at The Australian National University and The Wharton School.
Major achievements
Bryant’s distinguished career includes a pivotal 20-year association with Kellogg Company, where he ultimately retired as CEO and Executive Chairman in 2018. His journey with Kellogg began in 1998. During his time with Kellogg, Bryant held various crucial positions, including Executive Chairman, CEO, CFO, and COO.
Gary McGann, the former Chair of Flutter Entertainment, praised Bryant’s outstanding career, particularly highlighting his leadership experience in strategic, financial, and operational matters. Kellogg Company, where Bryant spent a significant portion of his career, is globally recognized as a prestigious corporation.
Employment history
Before joining Flutter Entertainment, John Bryant served as a Non-Executive Director at Ball Corporation. His professional journey also included roles with Compass Group PLC and Coca-Cola European Partners plc. Furthermore, Bryant represented Macy’s Inc. as a Non-Executive Director until May 2023.
Prominent corporate ventures
Flutter Entertainment is renowned for its ownership and operation of FanDuel, a dynamic sports betting and gaming company offering a comprehensive range of online 바카라, fantasy sports, horseracing, and sportsbook products. Flutter Entertainment’s acquisition of FanDuel in 2018 was a strategic move aimed at strengthening its presence in the United States following the overturning of a federal ban on sports betting. FanDuel has firmly established itself as the market leader in US online sports betting.
A vision for the future
John Bryant’s appointment as Chair Designate at Flutter Entertainment comes as as the company prepares for a secondary listing in the United States. This strategic move aims to leverage the market strength of FanDuel and seize exciting growth opportunities.
In Bryant’s own words, “I am very excited to succeed Gary as Chair of Flutter. I look forward to working with Peter and the management team to grow the business and to take advantage of the many exciting opportunities that lie ahead.”
The transition of leadership at Flutter Entertainment demonstrates the company’s commitment to continued growth and innovation in the dynamic gaming and betting industry.
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