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Stefan Backlund Joins Internet Vikings’ Board of Directors
Internet Vikings continues to attract senior experts to its Board of Directors. Stefan Backlund, an experienced guru in B2B marketing, joined the company in February of 2020 to help propel the Vikings’ marketing to the next level.
Internet Vikings has been actively growing since its establishment in 2008. By launching its Marketing Department and inviting Stefan Backlund to join the Board the company makes important steps for sustaining its growth.
As a proactive marketing professional Stefan has been involved in several companies such as Klarna and Philips. He has a long-term experience of work in the fintech field holding a VP Marketing role at Trustly, leading Swedish payments company. Also, he joined Katalysen, Swiss-Swedish Venture Partner firm, as its newest Partner and CMO in December of 2019.
“Internet Vikings’ potential is outstanding. The company has been growing steadily for 12 years and has developed a highly effective infrastructure. The fact that it has attracted such experts of the iGaming industry as Peter Ekmark and Jesper Kärrbrink proves that it is on the threshold of the major breakthrough now. I’m delighted to join this terrific team in such a special moment”, says Stefan Backlund.
Jesper Kärrbrink who became a Board Chairman last year comments: ”We continue to add senior experts to our board as our mission is to make sure that the company is growing to its full potential in 2020-21. It is going to be a fantastic and interesting journey. Now with Stefan as a Board Member”.
Internet Vikings’ CEO Peter Ekmark, who is developing the strategic direction v2.0 for the company, adds: “The experience that Stefan has will help our young and creative marketing team to reach a new stage of maturity. I see it as a perfect combination of wisdom and knowledge with ambition and drive”.
For the last six months, Internet Vikings made several major steps to establish itself as a leader in the sector. Being selected by Green Jade Games for hosting delivery and attracting such accomplished specialists as Kärrbrink, Ekmark, and now Backlund shows that the company is on its way to conquer the industry. There is a feeling that it won’t be long until we hear about their next glorious victory!
Diamond Tree Jackpot is the latest progressive jackpot released by CT Interactive. It is a multigame jackpot concept that supports multiple currencies. With its three levels, the new progressive jackpot is designed to deliver an immersive and rewarding gaming experience. The new functionality enables the potential activation of multiple progressive payouts, making it appealing to a wide variety of players and encouraging extended gameplay.
The new jackpot system features 10 hit titles from CT Interactive’s portfolio that continue to captivate players: 20 Mega Slot, 20 Star Party, 40 Mega Slot, 40 Treasures, Chilli Fruits, Lord of Luck, Lucky Clover, Moon Lord, Mystic Moon and Win Storm.
“Diamond Tree Jackpot by CT Interactive is a premium solution for operators seeking to boost player retention and increase session revenue. Supporting multiple currencies and featuring three progressive jackpot levels, it offers exciting winning opportunities and dynamic gameplay that encourage repeat visits and sustained player interest. With high-quality visuals, immersive sound, and a flexible bonus system, the game promotes diverse game dynamics and sessions longevity while bringing great player engagement. Easy to integrate and customizable, it’s an excellent choice to expand portfolios and strengthen market competitiveness,” said Martin Ivanov, COO of CT Interactive.
With its top-performing titles, adaptable jackpot configuration, highly engaging bonus mechanics and exclusive math model, Diamond Tree Jackpot is a revenue-focused solution designed to meet today’s operator demands. This premium product not only enhances portfolio value but also supports long-term player acquisition and retention strategies—making it a powerful competitive advantage in today’s dynamic iGaming landscape. This launch reinforces CT Interactive’s commitment to delivering immersive, high-performing gaming experiences to operators and players around the globe.
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Full House Resorts Inc. announced that it has promoted Lewis Fanger to President, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer, effective July 11, 2025. The title of President was previously held by Daniel Lee, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer. As previously disclosed, Mr. Lee extended his employment agreement as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer in June 2025.
“Since our arrival approximately ten years ago. Full House Resorts has undergone a significant transformation, from a small regional casino operator to one of the fastest-growing companies in our industry. Lewis’s financial leadership has helped enable that growth, allowing us to improve our existing assets and expand the Company through new developments such as American Place and Chamonix. Lewis has been an invaluable part of our team over the past decade, and his promotion to President will help ensure a continuity of leadership,” Mr. Lee said.
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The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has announced the newly elected members of its Board of Directors, as well as the slate of officers who will lead the organization for the upcoming year.
Following the annual election in June, NCPG members voted to elect the following individuals to serve on the Board of Directors from 2025 to 2028:
• Diana Goode – Affiliates Seat
• Wiley Harwell – Affiliates Seat
• Lori Manson – Affiliates Seat
• Glenn Yamagata – Affiliates Seat
• Jamie McKelvey – Organizations Seat
• Amanda Quintana – Organizations Seat
• Brian Ward – Individuals Seat
Glenn Yamagata and Jamie McKelvey will serve a two-year term from 2025 to 2027.
In addition, the Board has elected the following officers to lead NCPG for the 2025–26 term:
• President: Derek Longmeier, Executive Director, Problem Gambling Network of Ohio
• Vice President: Christina Gray, Executive Director, Indiana Council on Problem Gambling
• Secretary: Wiley Harwell, Executive Director, Oklahoma Council on Problem Gambling and Gaming
• Treasurer: Amanda Quintana, Player Health Manager, Colorado Lottery
The Board’s esteemed leadership and expertise are instrumental in fostering NCPG membership, shaping policies, implementing strategies, and attaining organizational objectives. By leveraging their subject matter knowledge, skills, and experience, Board members are dedicated to serving all NCPG stakeholders through the development of comprehensive policies and programs for all those affected by problem gambling.
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