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Galaxy Gaming Welcomes Michael Ratner as Executive Vice President of Product
Galaxy Gaming has announced the appointment of Michael Ratner as the company’s new Executive Vice President of Product. With an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Ratner brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the executive team.
Born and raised in South Africa, Ratner began his gaming career with Sun International, where he held various technical and managerial roles. After establishing himself in gaming, he moved to the US, where he continued to advance in casino operations, undertaking diverse managerial positions. Ratner developed significant skills in Product Management, focusing on games and casino management systems. His Product Management career includes experience with Atronic, Paltronics, Bally Technologies, Konami, and, most recently, IGT.
The appointment of Ratner represents a significant strengthening for Galaxy Gaming, as the Company looks to leverage its existing portfolio of games and systems to drive the table games industry forward. With a proven track record of success, Ratner is expected to play a pivotal role in developing the next generation industry-leading table games technology.
“We are thrilled to welcome Michael as the latest casino gaming expert to join the Galaxy Gaming team. His experience, leadership, and disciplined approach to Product Management will undoubtedly contribute to our continued growth and success in the gaming industry as we double-down on the products in our library and those in our development pipeline,” Matt Reback, President and CEO of Galaxy Gaming, said.
“I am honored and excited to join Galaxy Gaming at this pivotal moment. The Company’s leading position in the gaming industry and commitment to innovation represent a tremendous opportunity. I look forward to contributing my experience to drive the evolution of casino table games and technology, ensuring Galaxy Gaming remains at the forefront of industry excellence,” Ratner said.
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Galaxy Gaming Stockholders Approve Acquisition by Evolution
Galaxy Gaming Inc., the world’s largest independent developer and distributor of casino table games and technology announced, at a special meeting of its stockholders held on November 12, 2024 (the Special Meeting), Galaxy Gaming stockholders voted to approve the Company’s acquisition by Evolution Malta Holding Limited (Evolution), Evolution AB (publ)’s wholly owned subsidiary.
Galaxy Gaming will file a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reporting the final voting results of the Special Meeting.
The transaction is expected to close mid-2025 and is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of regulatory approvals. Upon completion of the transaction, Galaxy Gaming will become a privately held company and shares of Galaxy Gaming common stock will no longer be listed on any public market.
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Galaxy Gaming Debuts GOS Sapphire at Global Gaming Expo 2024
Galaxy Gaming is going to showcase its innovative new table game operating system, brand-new table games, and extensive online content portfolio at this year’s Global Gaming Expo (G2E), taking place from October 7-10 at booth #4016.
Matt Reback, President and CEO of Galaxy Gaming, said: “We are thrilled to showcase our category-leading collection of table game brands that resonate with players. By combining these with our cutting-edge technology, we deliver enhanced table gaming experiences—both in the casino or card room and online. This powerful combination not only enhances player engagement but also drives exceptional results for operators.”
This year’s booth will feature their standout table games collection alongside the latest in gaming technology. Highlights include:
Galaxy Operating System Sapphire – The Jewel of the Casino Floor
Galaxy Operating System (GOS) Sapphire is a next-generation game management system developed by the industry’s leading table game experts. Featuring innovative progressive jackpot options, eye-catching Nebula sensors, and groundbreaking digital tracking capabilities, GOS Sapphire is at the forefront of table game technology.
GOS’ flexible electronic bonusing platform powers the world’s first Dynamic Progressive. Unlike any other progressive, Dynamic Progressive adds an electrifying twist to Galaxy’s most popular progressives and paytables, with random pays multiplied by up to 10x each round! GOS Sapphire also features enhanced TableVisions with a fully customizable screen and integrated min/max table limits.
The Smart Bet – The World’s Greatest Collection of Table Games
Boasting the most robust table games library in the industry, Galaxy Gaming fuses established classics with exciting novelties. Level up your casino floor with player favorites like 21+3, Perfect Pairs, and Lucky Ladies, or amp up the excitement with fresh additions like Roulette UP and Dynamic Progressive, both powered by GOS.
Making its debut at G2E, EZ Baccarat is now enhanced with Galaxy Gaming’s Golden Talons and Divine 9 side bets—at no additional cost. For the first time in gaming history, these popular side bets are available as enhancements to EZ Baccarat, delivering an even more thrilling experience for players. These titles, along with the ever-popular Heads Up Hold’em, Player’s Edge 21, Deuces Wild Xtreme, High Card Flush, and more, will be available to play at the booth.
Galaxy Gaming Digital – Over Three Billion Wagers & Counting
Galaxy Gaming is the premier licensor of exclusive casino table games for live dealer and RNG online gaming. Renowned titles like 21+3, Lucky Ladies, Perfect Pairs, Caribbean Stud Poker, Buster Blackjack, and numerous others are available on over 3000 of the most popular iGaming sites worldwide. Galaxy’s online titles accounted for over 3.5 billion wagers in the last calendar year alone, a testament to their widespread popularity.
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Galaxy Gaming Appoints Steve Kopjo as Chief Financial Officer
Galaxy Gaming has appointed Steve Kopjo as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer. Amid an impressive career in the gaming industry, Kopjo joins Galaxy Gaming on May 28, bringing extensive experience from senior finance and accounting positions held at various publicly traded gaming companies. With a proven track record of success, Kopjo is set to assume a pivotal role on the Executive leadership team, steering Galaxy Gaming through its next phase of growth and evolution.
With over 15 years of experience in the gaming industry, Kopjo began his career at Ernst & Young as an auditor for casino operators, acquiring his CPA license. Kopjo developed an eclectic skillset in Technical Accounting, Investor Relations, Corporate Finance, and Mergers & Acquisitions through a series of roles with both operators and suppliers, including SHLF entertainment, Wynn Resorts, Play AGS, and most recently as Vice President of Finance at Everi Holdings. Kopjo was a key member of the Play AGS team that led the company’s successful IPO in 2018. At Everi Holdings since 2021, he managed debt restructuring, investor relations, FP&A, and board of director communications, and played a pivotal role in several successful mergers and acquisitions.
The appointment of Kopjo represents a significant move for Galaxy Gaming, as the Company looks to maintain its recent momentum while transitioning long-serving CFO, Harry Hagerty, to a Strategic Advisor role, from which he will continue to serve the company as a resource and contributor on strategic initiatives. Galaxy has been fortunate to have had Hagerty in the CFO role for the past seven years, during which he helped the company grow while negotiating the redemption of the founder and helping to weather the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We are thrilled to welcome Steve as the latest casino gaming expert to join our talented and ambitious Galaxy Gaming team. His experience, leadership, work ethic, and contagious energy will without a doubt contribute to our continued growth and success. While it is never easy to replace someone like Harry Hagerty, we are proud of how we have supported his transition from a full-time C-suite role and continue to leverage his valuable experience as a strategic advisor,” Matt Reback, President and CEO at Galaxy Gaming, said.
“I’ve known Steve for years as a versatile finance professional with a history of navigating complex financial landscapes, executing successful merger and acquisition transactions, optimizing resource allocation through financial, planning and analysis, cultivating strong investor relationships, and ensuring precision in technical accounting. His skills and personality are a strong fit for Galaxy Gaming,” Reback added.
“I was honored to be considered and ultimately selected for this role by Galaxy Gaming. I am excited to join a company with such a respected board of directors, talented leadership team, and robust business foundation. I have watched Galaxy Gaming from afar and always believed it was poised for continued growth, further solidifying its leading position in the gaming industry. I can’t wait to join the team and support the commitment to strategic product innovation. I look forward to bringing my experience to bear as we explore ways to maximize shareholder value, ensuring Galaxy Gaming remains at the forefront of industry excellence,” Steve Kopjo said.
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