Itai Pazner
Visionary Leader in Tech & Gaming
linkedin.com/in/itaipazner
Education
Bachelor of Arts – Economics & Business
Collage of management academic studies Israel
London business school Cooperate finance - (executive evening program)
Languages
Hebrew – Native
English – Fluent
Italian – Conversational
Status
Strategic Advisor, Investor, Founder
A Bit About Me
A seasoned international executive with a focus on digital-led B2C organisations in the online gaming verticals of casino, poker, sports betting, and bingo.
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Professional Achievements
With over two decades of experience in the online gaming industry, I've served as a seasoned executive, playing a pivotal role in the growth and success of 888 Holdings.
Throughout 22 years with the company, I held various positions, starting as a marketing executive and progressing to roles such as Senior Vice President Head of B2C division, COO, and ultimately, CEO. In these capacities, I oversaw profit and loss, marketing, business development, product & technology, and operations.
Under my guidance, 888 Holdings achieved significant milestones, including the $2.1bn acquisition of William Hill's non-US assets from Caesars Entertainment in 2021. Additionally, I led a comprehensive group integration and cost reduction initiative, successfully achieving a synergies target of £150m.
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Mergers and acquisitions including 888's deals for William Hill and Betbright;
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Joint ventures and partnerships such as Sports Illustrated Sports Book and 888Africa;
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Offline and online marketing strategies, including branding, performance marketing, sponsorships, and social network leveraging;
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Strategic planning for market penetration and market share expansion;
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Managing a team of over 600 technology professionals developing cutting-edge proprietary products;
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Ensuring compliance with strict licensing regimes in 19 regulated markets, and holding personal licenses in all jurisdictions.
Expertise includes:
Work Experience
2023 – Present
2019 – Jan 2023
2011 – 2019
2006 – 2011
2001 – 2006
Strategic Advisor, Investor & Founder
Advises global tech startups, invests in disruptive ventures, and supports scale-up strategies in the iGaming, fintech, and digital sectors.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – 888 Holdings Plc
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Led one of the world’s top online gaming companies, publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange.
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Oversaw global expansion, M&A, and regulatory innovation.
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Managed strategic partnerships and brand growth across multiple markets.
Chief Operating Officer (COO) – 888 Holdings Plc
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Responsible for product strategy, customer operations, marketing, and platform development.
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Played a key role in launching new markets and streamlining operational efficiency.
SVP, Head of B2C – 888 Holdings Plc
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Led the B2C division including casino, poker, sport, and bingo verticals.
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Drove product innovation, user experience, and revenue growth across consumer platforms.
Various Management Roles – 888 Holdings Plc
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Joined 888 early in its global journey and helped establish it as a leading brand.
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Progressed through roles in business development, marketing, and operations.
Today Experience
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Co-founder of venture-led gaming and media startups
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Identifying regional growth opportunities
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Establishing company structures
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Advice on funding, funding structures and sources of funding
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Sourcing, coaching and supervising management teams
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Executive advisor and advisory board member
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International strategy advice (emerging markets, regulated markets etc.)
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M&A, joint ventures and partnerships strategy
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Operational efficiency
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Marketing strategy
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Coaching for founders and executives
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Angel investor in technology, media and gaming startups
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