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Bally’s Names Don Westcott as SVP, Global Chief Compliance Officer, and Tammi Barlow as Inaugural VP of Global Responsibility and Social Impact
Bally’s Corporation announced the appointment of Don Westcott as SVP, Global Chief Compliance Officer, and Tammi Barlow as Inaugural VP of Global Responsibility and Social Impact.
Kim M. Barker, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer Bally’s, said: “On behalf of the entire leadership team, I am pleased to welcome Don and Tammi to Bally’s. Their deep expertise enables Bally’s to continue our progress toward building industry leading compliance, responsible gaming and social impact functions as the Company continues to grow and expand.”
Don Westcott is a compliance leader with more than 25 years of experience within the financial technology and gaming industries. Most recently, Don served as the Global Head of Compliance for Nuvei, an international payment service provider. Prior to that, Don served in Vice President and Director roles with Fortune 500 companies Fiserv and First Data. While within financial technology, he developed regulatory compliance programs and control frameworks enabling financial institutions and financial technology service providers’ services within the gaming industry. He started his professional career within the gaming industry, which included leadership roles with, among other enterprises, Caesars Entertainment, Osage Casinos, and the Isle of Capri Casinos. Coming full circle, Don started his gaming career with Jumer’s Casino & Hotel, which is now Bally’s Quad Cities. He holds an MBA from Georgia State University.
Tammi M. Barlow has over a decade of experience building and managing responsible gaming and corporate social responsibility programs for companies in the gaming industry. Tammi is a highly experienced executive with a demonstrated history of developing successful responsible gaming and community engagement programs that comply with regulatory requirements and enhance local communities around the world. Prior to joining Bally’s, she led the development and execution of Rush Street Interactive’s (RSI) corporate social responsibility strategy, including the continued implementation of the RSI’s responsible gaming initiatives. As part of her role, Tammi worked with C-suite executives and external industry experts to promote the expansion of RSI’s diversity, equity, and inclusion program, its CSR programs, and developing the strategy to create its first community engagement and employee volunteerism program. Tammi is the previous co-chairwoman and is now a committee member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee for Global Gaming Women, and is currently Chairwoman of the Responsible Gaming Committee for the National Council on Problem Gambling, a Board member of the Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health, and a committee member of African Americans in Gaming. Tammi has an MBA from Roosevelt University in Chicago and will be based in Bally’s headquarters in Providence, Rhode Island.
Bally’s Interactive, the digital and sports betting division of Bally’s Corporation, announced the official launch of the Bally Bet Sportsbook app in Tennessee, marking its expansion into the tenth state. This milestone comes on the heels of recent successful Bally Bet launches in Massachusetts and Maryland.
Sports enthusiasts across the Volunteer State can now revel in the comprehensive offerings of the Bally Bet sportsbook app. With a wide array of betting options, including spread, money line and total bets, as well as in-game betting and same game parlays, Tennessee sports fans will have an unparalleled wagering experience.
The newly introduced Parlay Zone, available on the app’s homepage, allows users to select and customize daily pre-built parlays from a variety of popular sporting events. Additionally, users can access the Picks tab on the homepage to gain valuable insights from industry-leading influencers through video clips. Picks, powered by Wager Games, also offers an extensive selection of pre-built and customizable parlays, ensuring a personalized and engaging betting experience.
As an official sports betting partner of the Nashville Predators, Bally Bet has actively engaged with the team’s fan base running social promotions like the “Goals for Gear” official Predators jersey giveaway on the @BallyBet Instagram channel, Bally Bet has fostered a strong connection with the Predators’ loyal supporters. With the app’s launch, fans can anticipate even more exciting in-arena and social activations throughout the NHL season.
Bally’s Corporation and Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas announced a strategic partnership offering Bally Rewards members the ability to earn travel rewards at Palms in Las Vegas.
This collaboration aims to enhance the gaming experience for qualified Bally Rewards members to cash in on trips to Palms in Las Vegas. By leveraging their combined expertise and resources, Bally’s Corporation and Palms are committed to delivering an incredible new way to gain rewards and offer unforgettable experiences for Bally Rewards members.
“We are thrilled to join forces with Palms in Las Vegas for this exciting venture. Our goal is to provide our Bally Rewards members with unparalleled rewards and experiences, and this partnership is a significant step towards achieving that,” said Mike Donovan, Chief Marketing Officer and SVP of Gaming.
Bally’s Corporation and Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas are initially focusing on travel getaways for Bally Rewards members, but they plan to potentially broaden their partnership in the future. By combining the strengths of these two leading companies, they aim to eventually enhance the gaming experience for their guests through tier matching, tournament invitations, and annual trips.
“We’re pleased to welcome Bally Rewards members to Palms Casino Resort and provide an exciting Las Vegas experience. Partnering with Bally’s Corporation allows us to explore new opportunities and introduce Palms hospitality to Bally’s members,” said Greg Shulman, VP of Casino Marketing at Palms Casino Resort.
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Bally’s Corporation Joins Responsible Online Gaming Association to Advance RG Best Practices
The Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA), an independent trade association advancing the industry’s commitment to promote responsible online gaming, announced that Bally’s Corporation (Bally’s) is joining the Association in support of ROGA’s mission to enhance responsible gaming (RG) initiatives and best practices and empower consumers to make informed decisions about their online play.
Bally’s will work in collaboration with ROGA’s existing members – bet365, BetMGM, DraftKings, Fanatics Betting and Gaming, FanDuel, Hard Rock Digital, and PENN Entertainment – to promote responsible online gaming, fund independent peer-reviewed research, develop evidence-based responsible gaming best practices, and drive consumer education and awareness.
“We are thrilled to welcome Bally’s to ROGA—further demonstrating the collaborative effort of the iGaming and online sports betting industry to keep all forms of online gaming entertaining and fun for every American. Bringing on additional operators fulfills ROGA’s commitment to industry-wide collaboration, and I am encouraged and excited for the future of responsible gaming as we work together to enhance consumer protections and collectively amplify RG education efforts,” Dr. Jennifer Shatley, executive director of ROGA, said.
“We are proud to join the Responsible Online Gaming Association alongside some of the industry’s leading companies. At Bally’s, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming and empowering our customers to make informed decisions about their online play. By collaborating with ROGA and its members, we can enhance responsible gaming initiatives, fund research, develop best practices, and educate consumers. Together, we will strive to create a safer and more enjoyable online gaming environment for all,” Robeson Reeves, Chief Executive Officer of Bally’s Corporation, said.
ROGA’s members have dedicated more than $20 million in support of ROGA’s mission, centered around five core pillars: research, consumer and industry education and awareness, promoting best practices, an independent data clearinghouse, and an independent certification program.
Ushering in unprecedented industry collaboration in support of promoting RG, the Association is currently working towards developing several impactful initiatives to support ROGA’s core mission.
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