{"id":213,"date":"2024-06-19T06:29:07","date_gmt":"2024-06-19T03:29:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slotsgarden100nodepositbonus.icu\/2024\/06\/19\/brigid-simmonds-to-step-down-as-betting-and-gaming-council-chair-in-2024\/"},"modified":"2024-06-20T17:17:33","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T14:17:33","slug":"brigid-simmonds-to-step-down-as-betting-and-gaming-council-chair-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/slotsgarden100nodepositbonus.icu\/2024\/06\/19\/brigid-simmonds-to-step-down-as-betting-and-gaming-council-chair-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Brigid Simmonds to Step Down as Betting and Gaming Council Chair in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\"\n    src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NTOCOPBD3qw\"\n    frameborder=\"0\"\n    allow=\"accelerometer; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\n    allowfullscreen><br \/>\n<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Brigid Simmonds, the trailblazing head of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), will leave her position on April 20, 2024. Simmonds, a titan in the field, has guided the BGC since its founding in 2019. Her remarkable tenure encompasses a decade leading the British Beer and Pub Association and a prominent role with the Business in Sport and Leisure organization.<\/p>\n<p>The BGC board has selected Michael Dugher, the present CEO, to follow Simmonds as Chair beginning April 21, 2024. The quest for a new CEO will commence promptly, with a top executive search company aiding in the procedure.<\/p>\n<p>Dugher commended Simmonds, stating, &#8220;Brigid&#8217;s impact on the BGC is immeasurable. Her direction over the last four years has been crucial in unifying the sector and propelling positive developments. She has been a relentless champion for elevating benchmarks and enhancing security in betting and gaming. Brigid is an authentic leader, esteemed throughout the industry and within the government.&#8221; <\/p>\n<p>This spring, we&#8217;ll have a new CEO!  Seeing them expand upon the incredible achievements of our organization fills me with enthusiasm. We&#8217;ve taken significant strides in elevating industry benchmarks, advocating for the countless individuals it employs, and ensuring the safety of millions of betting enthusiasts. Being a part of the BGC since its founding in 2019 has been a privilege, and representing our 110,000 employees, a source of immense pride. I extend my gratitude to our board, colleagues, members, and all who have contributed to our success. Our collective efforts have yielded remarkable outcomes, particularly in raising standards and collaborating with the government on crucial reforms. I am certain that the BGC&#8217;s future holds even greater accomplishments.&#8221; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Brigid Simmonds, the trailblazing head of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), will leave her position on April 20, 2024. 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