32Red Online Casino names new director

UNITED KINGDOM – (PRESS RELEASE) --Award-winning online casino and poker operator, 32Red Plc, has announced the appointment of Jon Hale as the new Group Finance Director of the UK focussed Online Casino, Poker and Sportsbook operator.

Prior to joining 32 Red, Jon Hale was Chief Operating Office, Finance Director and Company Secretary of Alan Brazil Leisure Plc, an operator of a horse racing club with hospitality and gaming. Prior to that he was Finance Director of the Sports Café Group Ltd; overseeing significant growth in the group's portfolio and its admission to AIM in December 2001.

Jon stated:

"I am extremely excited to be joining 32Red Plc. 32Red has built an excellent reputation amongst online casino players in the UK thanks to providing excellent customer service to players as well as fast and efficient payments. The acquisition of Bet Direct in the summer provides the Company with the full suite of betting and gaming opportunities and I look forward to assisting the business in meeting its objectives."

Ed Ware, CEO of 32Red added

"Following an extensive search we are delighted to appoint Jon to the Board as Finance Director. He has an excellent understanding of the gambling industry as well as strong financial skills and public company experience. We look forward to Jon's involvement in the continued development of 32Red."

This latest signing to the 32Red team follows on from Martin Saunders joining as Trading Director in October, as well as 32Red.com becoming official sponsors of Premiership football outfit Aston Villa FC.