Metric Gaming announces new chairman of the board

(PRESS RELEASE) -- Las Vegas-based Metric Gaming LLC, a leading provider of sports wagering software and services, today announced that Louis Castle has been appointed as Chairman of the Board of Directors, replacing Peter Bertilsson who will be taking over as the company’s President & CEO.

“It is with great pleasure that I welcome Louis Castle to chair Metric Gaming’s board,” said Mr. Bertilsson, remarking that “Lou is not only a friend but a highly experienced industry professional, who will undoubtedly bring to our company extraordinary value and strategic vision.”

Mr. Castle joins Metric’s Board of Directors after having served as Shuffle Master’s Chief Strategy Officer since October 2011, following his tenure as a member of Shuffle Master’s Board for six years. Mr. Castle has also previously served as Vice President of Studios at Zynga Inc., Chief Executive Officer of InstantAction, Inc., Vice President of Creative Development at the Los Angeles studio of Electronic Arts, Inc., and co-founder of Westwood Studios, an entertainment software company that was subsequently acquired by Electronic Arts.

“I am delighted to be joining Metric Gaming’s Board,” said Mr. Castle. “Metric Gaming has developed some uniquely compelling technology and continues to push the envelope of sports wagering innovation. I very much look forward to using my experience in gaming and entertainment software to contribute to Metric’s ongoing success.”