Flutter appoints Hill as COO, Edgecliffe-Johnson takes role as CFO
Loose Cannon: Flutter Entertainment, the globe-trotting sports betting titan, just dropped a bombshell – their no-nonsense CFO, Jonathan Hill, is stepping up to create a brand-new Group COO position. His mission? Crank up the benefits of Flutter's global dominance and steer the company's strategic course. But fear not, betting aficionados, because a seasoned pro, Paul Edgecliffe-Johnson, will be joining the crew as the new CFO and executive director, starting early next year.
Edgecliffe-Johnson, the Seasoned Pro
With a staggering 25 years under his belt in finance and international business, Edgecliffe-Johnson brings a wealth of expertise to the table. He's been serving as CFO and Head of Strategy at InterContinental Hotels, but before that, he's backed up the big dogs at other corporate behemoths.
As Hill moves on to his new executive committee COO role, Edgecliffe-Johnson will slide into the hot seat. Don't worry, Hill ain't leaving the gig entirely – he'll stick around until Edgecliffe-Johnson takes over, ensuring a smooth power transfer. Once that's done, Hill will hang up his CFO hat for good and focus full-time on his COO responsibilities.
Hill, one of Flutter's heavy hitters, has a deep understanding of the company's inner workings. As a noggin with insider knowledge, he's poised to make some serious moves shaping the firm's future strategy. His new COO role will give him a front-row seat to steer the company and call the shots.
The higher-ups give Edgecliffe-Johnson the red carpet treatment
Peter Jackson, Flutter Entertainment's CEO, extended a warm welcome to Edgecliffe-Johnson, praising his skills and expertise. He's stoked about bringing him on board in 2023 and believes that he'll help the company navigate the opportunities on the horizon. As Group CFO, Edgecliffe-Johnson will be on the hook for making the most of the opportunities ahead and executing the company's game plan.
Jackson thanked Hill for his years of service as CFO and is hyped to see what he'll accomplish as COO.
"I also want to shower Jon for all he's done for Flutter up till now. I'm really happy that the Group will continue to profit from his expertise in establishing the new COO function." - Peter Jackson
Gary McGann, Flutter Entertainment's chairman, is psyched to work with Hill in his new role. Meanwhile, he's looking forward to welcoming Edgecliffe-Johnson to the board and collaborating in the future.
In other bustling news, Flutter Entertainment recently unveiled its new Global Advocacy Program, aimed at amplifying the voices of diversity groups and fostering inclusivity.
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- Paul Edgecliffe-Johnson, with his extensive 25-year background in finance and international business, will take over as Flutter Entertainment's Group CFO, starting early next year, after serving as CFO and Head of Strategy at InterContinental Hotels.
- As Jonathan Hill moves into his new Group COO role, Edgecliffe-Johnson will assume the CFO position, with Hill ensuring a seamless transition before fully focusing on his COO responsibilities.
- Peter Jackson, Flutter Entertainment's CEO, expressed excitement about Edgecliffe-Johnson joining the company, praising his skills and believing he will navigate the opportunities ahead effectively.
- Gary McGann, Flutter Entertainment's chairman, expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with both Hill and Edgecliffe-Johnson in their new roles within the company.
