Allwyn Appoints Sebastian Coe to Board Ahead of UK National Lottery Takeover
The future steward of the UK National Lottery, Allwyn, is making waves in anticipation of their upcoming role. They recently revealed significant alterations to their leadership team, welcoming Sebastian Coe, the celebrated Olympian and former chief of the London Olympic Games.
This development coincides with Allwyn’s imminent succession of Camelot, the present operator. A degree of contention arose between the two entities, with Camelot initially contesting the resolution to grant the subsequent license to Allwyn. With matters now appeased, this action demonstrates Allwyn’s eagerness to enlist prominent figures as they prepare to assume one of the most substantial positions in British entertainment.
Their priceless knowledge base will be a significant advantage for the National Lottery, offering essential stability at the director level as they move into the third and fourth permits.”
It’s important to remember that although both Coe and Burke presently hold non-executive roles at Camelot, Coe will be leaving his position before joining Allwyn.
