Gambling in the USA
Gambling.com Group Q4 Revenue Rises 52% to a Quarterly Record $32.5 Million
- Generates Q4 Net Income of $6.4 Million and a 54% Increase in Adjusted EBITDA to $10.6 Million
- 2023 Full Year Revenue Increased 42% to $108.7 Million; Net Income Rose to $18.3 Million and Adjusted EBITDA Grew 53% to $36.7 Million
- Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Freebets.com and Related Assets in a Highly Accretive Transaction
- Introduces 2024 Guidance for Revenue of $129 â $133 Million and Adjusted EBITDA of $44 â $48 Million
Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (âGambling.com Groupâ or the âCompanyâ), a leading provider of digital marketing services for the global online gambling industry, today reported record financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023. The Company also announced a definitive agreement to acquire Freebets.com and related assets in a transaction that is expected to be immediately accretive to the Companyâs financial results upon closing. In addition, the Company introduced 2024 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA guidance as detailed below.
Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 vs. Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Highlights
(USD in thousands, except per share data, unaudited)
|
|
Three Months Ended December 31, |
|
Change |
|
Year ended December 31, |
|
Change  |
||||||||||
|
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
||
|
Revenue |
32,530 |
|
|
21,349 |
|
|
52 |
% |
|
108,652 |
|
|
76,507 |
|
|
42 |
% |
|
Net income (loss) for the period attributable to shareholders (1) |
  6,374 |
|
|
 (4,409 |
) |
|
245 |
% |
|
18,260 |
|
|
  2,390 |
|
|
664 |
% |
|
Net income (loss) per share attributable to shareholders, diluted (1) |
    0.16 |
|
|
   (0.12 |
) |
|
233 |
% |
|
    0.47 |
|
|
    0.06 |
|
|
683 |
% |
|
Net income margin (1) |
20 |
% |
|
(21 |
) % |
|
|
|
17 |
% |
|
3 |
% |
|
|
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|
Adjusted net income for the period attributable to shareholders (1)(2) |
  6,808 |
|
|
     613 |
|
|
1011 |
% |
|
26,302 |
|
|
14,195 |
|
|
85 |
% |
|
Adjusted net income per share attributable to shareholders, diluted (1)(2) |
    0.18 |
|
|
    0.02 |
|
|
800 |
% |
|
    0.68 |
|
|
    0.37 |
|
|
84 |
% |
|
Adjusted EBITDA (1)(2) |
10,572 |
|
|
  6,855 |
|
|
54 |
% |
|
36,715 |
|
|
24,069 |
|
|
53 |
% |
|
Adjusted EBITDA Margin (1)(2) |
32 |
% |
|
32 |
% |
|
|
|
34 |
% |
|
31 |
% |
|
|
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|
Cash flows (used in) generated by operating activities |
  6,962 |
|
|
  6,188 |
|
|
13 |
% |
|
17,910 |
|
|
18,755 |
|
|
(5 |
)% |
|
Free Cash Flow (2) |
    (118 |
) |
|
     364 |
|
|
(132 |
) % |
|
16,185 |
|
|
  9,467 |
|
|
71 |
% |
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(1) For the three months ended December 31, 2023, Net income and Net income per share include, and Adjusted net income and Adjusted net income per share exclude, adjustments related to the Companyâs 2022 acquisitions of RotoWire and BonusFinder of $0.3 million, or $0.01 per share. Similarly, these adjustments totaled $4.4 million, or $0.13 per share, for the three months ended December 31, 2022. For the year ended December 31, 2023, Net income and Net income per share include, and Adjusted net income and Adjusted net income per share exclude, adjustments related to the Companyâs 2022 acquisitions of RotoWire and BonusFinder of $7.7 million, or $0.21 per share. Similarly, these adjustments totaled $11.2 million, or $0.31 per share, for the year ended December 31, 2022. See âSupplemental Information â Non-IFRS Financial Measuresâ and the tables at the end of this release for an explanation of the adjustments.
(2) Represents a non-IFRS measure. See âSupplemental Information â Non-IFRS Financial Measuresâ and the tables at the end of this release for reconciliations to the comparable IFRS numbers.
Charles Gillespie, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Gambling.com Group, commented, âOur fourth quarter results extended our strong record of delivering high top-line growth and attractive margins. With consistent execution over the years, and especially over the past four years in North America, we have established one of the strongest and highest-growth performance marketing businesses in the online gambling industry. Our operating momentum continued throughout 2023 and the undeniable power of our capital efficient business is on full display in our full year results which include a 42% increase in revenue to $108.7 million, a 53% rise in Adjusted EBITDA to $36.7 million and 71% growth in Free Cash Flow to $16.2 million.
âOur fourth quarter and full year North American revenue increased 103% and 69%, respectively. Growth was driven by new state launches, strong increases in âsame-stateâ sales and our blossoming media partnership initiatives. We are confident in our ability to continue growing our North American market share this year and we will also benefit from the recent launch of online sports betting in our home state of North Carolina, where we are off to a strong start since the market launched on March 11th.
âGambling.com Group is positioned for continued revenue, Adjusted EBITDA and Free Cash Flow growth in 2024 and beyond across all of our markets. As significant shareholders, the founders and senior management of Gambling.com Group remain fully aligned with all owners and we are steadfastly committed to enhancing shareholder value.â
Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Freebets.com and Related Assets
Gambling.com Group also announced today that it will expand its presence across the United Kingdom and other European markets through a definitive agreement to acquire Freebets.com and related assets. Closing is expected at the beginning of April, subject to customary closing conditions. Gambling.com Group anticipates that these assets will produce revenue of approximately $10.0 million and incremental Adjusted EBITDA of approximately $5.0 million during the nine months from April to December 2024.
The Company will acquire these assets for a total consideration of between $37.5 million and $42.5 million, consisting of $20.0 million paid on closing, $10.0 million paid on the six-month anniversary of closing and between $7.5 million and $12.5 million to be paid on the one-year anniversary of the closing subject to the revenue performance of the assets during the remainder of 2024. Gambling.com Group expects to fund the purchase price from existing cash on hand, borrowings under the recently announced credit facility and future cash flow.
âThis acquisition will provide us with another big brand and assets that complement our existing website portfolio in a number of our key-focus markets, enabling us to drive further growth which is both high margin and highly accretive,â said Charles Gillespie. âBy operating these assets on our technology platform, we expect to unlock their full potential. We are confident that this latest acquisition will create incremental shareholder value in the same way we have done with previous acquisitions.â
Fourth Quarter 2023 and Recent Business Highlights
- Grew North American revenue 103% to $20.3 million
- Delivered more than 159,000 new depositing customers (âNDCsâ)
- Strong contribution from Kentucky following launch in late September
- Acquired European casino domains and related assets for $6.4 million
- Repurchased 205,727 shares for an average price of $9.70
- Won the iGB Casino Affiliate of the Year Award
- Launched operations in our home state of North Carolina on March 11th
- Secured new $50 million credit facility with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association
- Entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Freebets.com and related assets
Elias Mark, Chief Financial Officer of Gambling.com Group, added, âThe strong value we create for our online gambling operator partners is evident in the 56% increase in the number of NDCs we sent to them in 2023. Consistent with our capital efficient DNA, nearly all of our revenue growth in 2023 was organic(1) which we again converted into Free Cash Flow at a very high percentage. We are positioned to further our operating momentum in 2024 as the mid-points of our revenue and Adjusted EBITDA outlook reflect growth of 21% and 25%, respectively.â
(1) Organic growth refers to the percentage change in revenue during a period compared to the same period in the previous year. Organic growth is adjusted to exclude revenue from businesses acquired during the preceding 12 months.
2024 Outlook
The Company announced its 2024 guidance as follows:
|
|
|
Low |
|
Midpoint |
|
High |
|
FY 2023 |
|
Revenue (millions) |
|
129 |
|
131 |
|
133 |
|
108.7 |
|
Adjusted EBITDA (millions) |
|
44 |
|
46 |
|
48 |
|
36.7 |
The Company introduces full year 2024 guidance for revenue of $129 million to $133 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $44 million to $48 million.
The Companyâs guidance assumes:
- Following the launch of sports betting in North Carolina on March 11th, no additional North American markets coming online over the balance of 2024
- No benefit from any new acquisitions, apart from approximately $10 million in revenue and $5 million in incremental Adjusted EBITDA related to the acquisition of Freebets.com and related assets as described above
- An average EUR/USD exchange rate of 1.09 throughout 2024
Conference Call Details
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Date/Time: |
Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET |
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Webcast: |
webcast-eqs.com/gamb20240314/en |
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U.S. Toll-Free Dial In: |
877-407-0890 |
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International Dial In: |
1 201-389-0918 |
To access, please dial in approximately 10 minutes before the start of the call. An archived webcast of the conference call will also be available in the News & Events section of the Companyâs website at gambling.com/corporate/investors/news-events. Information contained on the Companyâs website is not incorporated into this press release.
About Gambling.com Group Limited
Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (the âGroupâ) is a multi-award-winning performance marketing company and a leading provider of digital marketing services active in the online gambling industry. Founded in 2006, the Group has offices globally, primarily operating in the United States and Ireland. Through its proprietary technology platform, the Group publishes a portfolio of premier branded websites including Gambling.com, Bookies.com, Casinos.com and RotoWire.com. Gambling.com Group owns and operates more than 50 websites in seven languages across 15 national markets covering all aspects of the online gambling industry, including iGaming and sports betting, and the fantasy sports industry.
Use of Non-IFRS Measures
This press release contains certain non-IFRS financial measures, such as Adjusted Net Income, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA Margin, Free Cash Flow, and related ratios. See âSupplemental Information â Non-IFRS Financial Measuresâ and the tables at the end of this release for an explanation of the adjustments and reconciliations to the comparable IFRS numbers.
Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that relate to our current expectations and views of future events. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release, including statements relating to our expectation of continued growth in the North American market and other established markets, benefits from the recent launch of online sports betting in North Carolina, our ability to scale and optimize our media partnerships, whether the acquisition of Freebets.com and related assets is immediately accretive and creates additional shareholder value, the 2024 revenue of Freebets.com and related assets, the funding of the purchase price and whether the customary closing conditions of the acquisition of Freebets.com and related assets will be met, the expected continuation to benefit from near- and long-term opportunities to deliver profitable organic growth, whether our ability to leverage revenue drivers with our business model will continue to increase shareholder value, availability of additional, accretive acquisition opportunities, and our 2024 outlook, are all forward-looking statements. These statements represent our opinions, expectations, beliefs, intentions, estimates or strategies regarding the future, which may not be realized. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terms such as âbelieve,â âmay,â âestimate,â âcontinue,â âanticipate,â âintend,â âshould,â âplan,â âexpect,â âpredict,â âpotential,â âcould,â âwill,â âwould,â âongoing,â âfutureâ or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions that are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Forward-looking statements are based largely on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, short-term and long-term business operations and objectives and financial needs. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, contingencies, changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and other important factors that may cause our actual results, performance, or achievements to be materially and/or significantly different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statement. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from our expectations are discussed under âItem 3. Key Information â Risk Factorsâ in Gambling.com Groupâs annual report filed on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2022 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the âSECâ) on March 23, 2023, and Gambling.com Groupâs other filings with the SEC as such factors may be updated from time to time. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof and accordingly undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Gambling.com Group disclaims any obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than to the extent required by applicable law.
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Unaudited)
(USD in thousands, except per share amounts)
The following table details the consolidated statements of comprehensive income for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 in the Companyâs reporting currency and constant currency.
|
|
Reporting Currency |
|
Constant Currency |
|
Reporting Currency |
|
Constant Currency |
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|
|
Three Months Ended December 31, |
|
Change |
|
Change |
|
Twelve Months Ended December 31, |
|
Change |
|
Change |
||||||||||||
|
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
% |
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
% |
||||
|
Revenue |
32,530 |
|
|
21,349 |
|
|
52 |
% |
|
45 |
% |
|
108,652 |
|
|
76,507 |
|
|
42 |
% |
|
38 |
% |
|
Cost of sales |
(5,089 |
) |
|
(629 |
) |
|
709 |
% |
|
668 |
% |
|
(9,112 |
) |
|
(2,959 |
) |
|
208 |
% |
|
198 |
% |
|
Gross profit |
27,441 |
|
|
20,720 |
|
|
32 |
% |
|
26 |
% |
|
99,540 |
|
|
73,548 |
|
|
35 |
% |
|
31 |
% |
|
Sales and marketing expenses |
(9,687 |
) |
|
(9,401 |
) |
|
3 |
% |
|
(2 |
|
|
(35,331 |
) |
|
(33,740 |
) |
|
5 |
% |
|
1 |
% |
|
Technology expenses |
(3,058 |
) |
|
(2,208 |
) |
|
39 |
% |
|
31 |
% |
|
(10,287 |
) |
|
(6,764 |
) |
|
52 |
% |
|
47 |
% |
|
General and administrative expenses |
(6,994 |
) |
|
(5,201 |
) |
|
34 |
% |
|
28 |
% |
|
(24,291 |
) |
|
(19,519 |
) |
|
24 |
% |
|
21 |
% |
|
Movements in credit losses allowance |
468 |
|
|
102 |
|
|
359 |
% |
|
337 |
% |
|
(914 |
) |
|
(796 |
) |
|
15 |
% |
|
11 |
% |
|
Fair value movement on contingent consideration |
â |
|
|
(4,317 |
) |
|
(100 |
) % |
|
(100 |
) % |
|
(6,939 |
) |
|
(10,852 |
) |
|
(36 |
) % |
|
(38 |
) % |
|
Operating profit |
8,170 |
|
|
(305 |
) |
|
2779 |
% |
|
(2637 |
) % |
|
21,778 |
|
|
1,877 |
|
|
1060 |
% |
|
1023 |
% |
|
Finance income |
620 |
|
|
â |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
100 |
% |
|
634 |
|
|
2,322 |
|
|
(73 |
) % |
|
(74 |
) % |
|
Finance expenses |
(2,577 |
) |
|
(4,434 |
) |
|
42 |
% |
|
(45 |
) % |
|
(2,271 |
) |
|
(1,299 |
) |
|
75 |
% |
|
69 |
% |
|
Income before tax |
6,215 |
|
|
(4,739 |
) |
|
231 |
% |
|
(224 |
) % |
|
20,141 |
|
|
2,900 |
|
|
595 |
% |
|
572 |
% |
|
Income tax (charge) credit |
159 |
|
|
330 |
|
|
(52 |
) % |
|
(54 |
) % |
|
(1,881 |
) |
|
(510 |
) |
|
269 |
% |
|
257 |
% |
|
Net income for the period attributable to shareholders |
6,374 |
|
|
(4,409 |
) |
|
245 |
% |
|
(237 |
) % |
|
18,260 |
|
|
2,390 |
|
|
664 |
% |
|
640 |
% |
|
Other comprehensive income (loss) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
Exchange differences on translating foreign currencies |
4,953 |
|
|
9,095 |
|
|
(46 |
) % |
|
(48 |
) % |
|
2,868 |
|
|
(4,793 |
) |
|
(160 |
) % |
|
(158 |
) % |
|
Total comprehensive income (loss) for the period attributable to shareholders |
11,327 |
|
|
4,686 |
|
|
142 |
% |
|
(129 |
) % |
|
21,128 |
|
|
(2,403 |
) |
|
979 |
% |
|
952 |
% |
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position (Unaudited)
(USD in thousands)
|
|
DECEMBER |
|
DECEMBER |
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|
ASSETS |
|
|
|
||
|
Non-current assets |
|
|
|
||
|
Property and equipment |
908 |
|
|
714 |
|
|
Right-of-use assets |
1,460 |
|
|
1,818 |
|
|
Intangible assets |
98,000 |
|
|
88,521 |
|
|
Deferred compensation cost |
â |
|
|
29 |
|
|
Deferred tax asset |
7,134 |
|
|
5,832 |
|
|
Total non-current assets |
107,502 |
|
|
96,914 |
|
|
Current assets |
|
|
|
||
|
Trade and other receivables |
21,938 |
|
|
12,222 |
|
|
Inventories |
â |
|
|
75 |
|
|
Cash and cash equivalents |
25,429 |
|
|
29,664 |
|
|
Total current assets |
47,367 |
|
|
41,961 |
|
|
Total assets |
154,869 |
|
|
138,875 |
|
|
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES |
|
|
|
||
|
Equity |
|
|
|
||
|
Share capital |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
Capital reserve |
74,166 |
|
|
63,723 |
|
|
Treasury shares |
(3,107 |
) |
|
(348 |
) |
|
Share options and warrants reserve |
7,414 |
|
|
4,411 |
|
|
Foreign exchange translation deficit |
(4,207 |
) |
|
(7,075 |
) |
|
Retained earnings |
44,658 |
|
|
26,398 |
|
|
Total equity |
118,924 |
|
|
87,109 |
|
|
Non-current liabilities |
|
|
|
||
|
Other payables |
â |
|
|
290 |
|
|
Deferred consideration |
â |
|
|
4,774 |
|
|
Contingent consideration |
â |
|
|
11,297 |
|
|
Lease liability |
1,190 |
|
|
1,518 |
|
|
Deferred tax liability |
2,008 |
|
|
2,179 |
|
|
Total non-current liabilities |
3,198 |
|
|
20,058 |
|
|
Current liabilities |
|
|
|
||
|
Trade and other payables |
10,793 |
|
|
6,342 |
|
|
Deferred income |
2,207 |
|
|
1,692 |
|
|
Deferred consideration |
18,811 |
|
|
2,800 |
|
|
Contingent consideration |
â |
|
|
19,378 |
|
|
Other liability |
308 |
|
|
226 |
|
|
Lease liability |
533 |
|
|
554 |
|
|
Income tax payable |
95 |
|
|
716 |
|
|
Total current liabilities |
32,747 |
|
|
31,708 |
|
|
Total liabilities |
35,945 |
|
|
51,766 |
|
|
Total equity and liabilities |
154,869 |
|
|
138,875 |
|
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)
(USD in thousands)
|
|
Three Months Ended December |
|
Year ended |
||||||||
|
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
Cash flow from operating activities |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||
|
Income before tax |
6,215 |
|
|
(4,739 |
) |
|
20,141 |
|
|
2,900 |
|
|
Finance cost / (income), net |
1,957 |
|
|
4,434 |
|
|
1,637 |
|
|
(1,023 |
) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||
|
Adjustments for non-cash items: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||
|
Depreciation and amortization |
568 |
|
|
1,401 |
|
|
2,088 |
|
|
6,959 |
|
|
Movements in credit loss allowance |
(468 |
) |
|
(102 |
) |
|
914 |
|
|
796 |
|
|
Fair value movement on contingent consideration |
â |
|
|
4,317 |
|
|
6,939 |
|
|
10,852 |
|
|
Share-based payment expense |
817 |
|
|
814 |
|
|
3,607 |
|
|
3,214 |
|
|
Warrants repurchased |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
(800 |
) |
|
Income tax paid |
(2,063 |
) |
|
(628 |
) |
|
(3,826 |
) |
|
(1,444 |
) |
|
Payment of contingent consideration |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
(4,621 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
Payment of deferred consideration |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
(2,897 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
Cash flows from operating activities before changes in working capital |
7,026 |
|
|
5,497 |
|
|
23,982 |
|
|
21,454 |
|
|
Changes in working capital |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||
|
Trade and other receivables |
(3,260 |
) |
|
(907 |
) |
|
(10,387 |
) |
|
(5,838 |
) |
|
Trade and other payables |
3,196 |
|
|
1,673 |
|
|
4,240 |
|
|
3,214 |
|
|
Inventories |
â |
|
|
(75 |
) |
|
75 |
|
|
(75 |
) |
|
Cash flows (used in ) generated by operating activities |
6,962 |
|
|
6,188 |
|
|
17,910 |
|
|
18,755 |
|
|
Cash flows from investing activities |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||
|
Acquisition of property and equipment |
(157 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
(451 |
) |
|
(330 |
) |
|
Acquisition of intangible assets |
(6,924 |
) |
|
(5,824 |
) |
|
(8,792 |
) |
|
(8,958 |
) |
|
Acquisition of subsidiaries, net of cash acquired |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
(23,411 |
) |
|
Interest received from bank deposits |
90 |
|
|
â |
|
|
259 |
|
|
â |
|
|
Payment of deferred consideration |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
(4,933 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
Payment of contingent consideration |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
(5,557 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
Cash flows used in investing activities |
(6,991 |
) |
|
(5,824 |
) |
|
(19,474 |
) |
|
(32,699 |
) |
|
Cash flows from financing activities |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||
|
Exercise of share options |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
106 |
|
|
â |
|
|
Treasury shares acquired |
(1,813 |
) |
|
(348 |
) |
|
(2,572 |
) |
|
(348 |
) |
|
Repayment of borrowings |
â |
|
|
(6,000 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
(6,000 |
) |
|
Interest payment attributable to third party borrowings |
â |
|
|
(99 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
(458 |
) |
|
Interest payment attributable to deferred consideration settled |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
(110 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
Principal paid on lease liability |
(98 |
) |
|
(75 |
) |
|
(402 |
) |
|
(315 |
) |
|
Interest paid on lease liability |
(38 |
) |
|
(47 |
) |
|
(165 |
) |
|
(189 |
) |
|
Cash flows used in financing activities |
(1,949 |
) |
|
(6,569 |
) |
|
(3,143 |
) |
|
(7,310 |
) |
|
Net movement in cash and cash equivalents |
(1,978 |
) |
|
(6,205 |
) |
|
(4,707 |
) |
|
(21,254 |
) |
|
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period |
26,884 |
|
|
35,092 |
|
|
29,664 |
|
|
51,047 |
|
|
Net foreign exchange differences on cash and cash equivalents |
522 |
|
|
777 |
|
|
472 |
|
|
(129 |
) |
|
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period |
25,429 |
|
|
29,664 |
|
|
25,429 |
|
|
29,664 |
|
Earnings Per Share
Below is a reconciliation of basic and diluted earnings per share as presented in the Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income for the period specified, stated in USD thousands, except per share amounts (unaudited):
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
Reporting |
|
Constant |
|
Year Ended December |
|
Reporting |
|
Constant |
|||||||||
|
|
2023 |
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
% |
|
2023 |
|
2022 |
|
% |
|
% |
||||
|
Net income for the period attributable to shareholders |
6,374 |
|
(4,409 |
) |
|
245 |
% |
|
(237 |
) % |
|
18,260 |
|
2,390 |
|
664 |
% |
|
640 |
% |
|
Weighted-average number of ordinary shares, basic |
37,403,888 |
|
36,467,299 |
|
|
3 |
% |
|
3 |
% |
|
37,083,262 |
|
35,828,204 |
|
4 |
% |
|
4 |
% |
|
Net income per share attributable to shareholders, basic |
0.17 |
|
(0.12 |
) |
|
242 |
% |
|
(231 |
) % |
|
0.49 |
|
0.07 |
|
600 |
% |
|
600 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||
|
Net income for the period attributable to shareholders |
6,374 |
|
(4,409 |
) |
|
245 |
% |
|
(237 |
) % |
|
18,260 |
|
2,390 |
|
664 |
% |
|
640 |
% |
|
Weighted-average number of ordinary shares, diluted |
38,879,038 |
|
37,289,010 |
|
|
4 |
% |
|
4 |
% |
|
38,542,166 |
|
38,212,108 |
|
1 |
% |
|
1 |
% |
|
Net income per share attributable to shareholders, diluted |
0.16 |
|
(0.12 |
) |
|
233 |
% |
|
(233 |
) % |
|
0.47 |
|
0.06 |
|
683 |
% |
|
683 |
% |
Supplemental Information
Rounding
We have made rounding adjustments to some of the figures included in the discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations together with our consolidated financial statements and the related notes thereto. Accordingly, numerical figures shown as totals in some tables may not be an arithmetic aggregation of the figures that preceded them.
Non-IFRS Financial Measures
Management uses several financial measures, both IFRS and non-IFRS financial measures in analyzing and assessing the overall performance of the business and for making operational decisions.
Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Net Income Per Share
Adjusted net income is a non-IFRS financial measure defined as net income attributable to equity holders excluding the fair value gain or loss related to contingent consideration, unwinding of deferred consideration, and certain employee bonuses related to acquisitions. Adjusted net income per diluted share is a non-IFRS financial measure defined as adjusted net income attributable to equity holders divided by the diluted weighted average number of common shares outstanding.
We believe adjusted net income and adjusted net income per diluted share are useful to our management as a measure of comparative performance from period to period as these measures remove the effect of the fair value gain or loss related to the contingent consideration, unwinding of deferred consideration, and certain employee bonuses, all associated with our acquisitions, during the limited period where these items are incurred. We expect to incur expenses related to the unwinding of deferred consideration and employee bonuses until April 2024. See Note 5 of the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023 for a description of the contingent and deferred considerations associated with our acquisitions.
Below is a reconciliation to Adjusted net income attributable to equity holders and Adjusted net income per share, diluted from net income for the period attributable to the equity holders and net income per share attributed to ordinary shareholders, diluted as presented in the Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) and for the period specified stated in the Companyâs reporting currency and constant currency (unaudited):
|
|
Reporting Currency |
|
Constant |
|
Reporting Currency |
|
Constant |
||||||||||||||||
|
|
Three months ended |
|
Change |
|
Change |
|
Year ended December |
|
Change |
|
Change |
||||||||||||
|
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
% |
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
% |
||||
|
Revenue |
32,530 |
|
|
21,349 |
|
|
52 |
% |
|
45 |
% |
|
108,652 |
|
|
76,507 |
|
|
42 |
% |
|
38 |
% |
|
Net income (loss) for the period attributable to shareholders |
6,374 |
|
|
(4,409 |
) |
|
245 |
% |
|
(237 |
) % |
|
18,260 |
|
|
2,390 |
|
|
664 |
% |
|
640 |
% |
|
Net income margin |
20 |
% |
|
(21 |
) % |
|
|
|
|
|
17 |
% |
|
3 |
% |
|
|
|
|
||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Net income (loss) for the period attributable to shareholders |
6,374 |
|
|
(4,409 |
) |
|
245 |
% |
|
(237 |
) % |
|
18,260 |
|
|
2,390 |
|
|
664 |
% |
|
640 |
% |
|
Fair value movement on contingent consideration (1) |
â |
|
|
4,317 |
|
|
(100 |
) % |
|
(100 |
) % |
|
6,939 |
|
|
10,852 |
|
|
(36 |
) % |
|
(38 |
) % |
|
Unwinding of deferred consideration (1) |
309 |
|
|
77 |
|
|
301 |
% |
|
277 |
% |
|
735 |
|
|
325 |
|
|
126 |
% |
|
119 |
% |
|
Employeesâ bonuses related to acquisition(1) |
125 |
|
|
628 |
|
|
(80 |
) % |
|
(81 |
) % |
|
368 |
|
|
628 |
|
|
(41 |
) % |
|
(43 |
) % |
|
Adjusted net income for the period attributable to shareholders |
6,808 |
|
|
613 |
|
|
1011 |
% |
|
939 |
% |
|
26,302 |
|
|
14,195 |
|
|
85 |
% |
|
79 |
% |
|
Net income per share attributable to shareholders, basic |
0.17 |
|
|
-0.12 |
|
|
242 |
% |
|
(231 |
) % |
|
0.49 |
|
|
0.07 |
|
|
600 |
% |
|
600 |
% |
|
Effect of adjustments for fair value movements on contingent consideration, basic |
0.00 |
|
|
0.12 |
|
|
(100 |
) % |
|
(100 |
) % |
|
0.19 |
|
|
0.30 |
|
|
(37 |
) % |
|
(39 |
) % |
|
Effect of adjustments for unwinding on deferred consideration, basic |
0.01 |
|
|
0.01 |
|
|
â |
% |
|
â |
% |
|
0.02 |
|
|
0.01 |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
100 |
% |
|
Effect of adjustments for bonuses related to acquisition, basic |
0.00 |
|
|
0.01 |
|
|
â |
% |
|
â |
% |
|
0.01 |
|
|
0.02 |
|
|
(50 |
) % |
|
(50 |
) % |
|
Adjusted net income per share attributable to shareholders, basic |
0.18 |
|
|
0.02 |
|
|
800 |
% |
|
800 |
% |
|
0.71 |
|
|
0.40 |
|
|
78 |
% |
|
73 |
% |
|
Net income per share attributable to ordinary shareholders, diluted |
0.16 |
|
|
-0.12 |
|
|
233 |
% |
|
(233 |
) % |
|
0.47 |
|
|
0.06 |
|
|
683 |
% |
|
683 |
% |
|
Adjusted net income per share attributable to shareholders, diluted |
0.18 |
|
|
0.02 |
|
|
800 |
% |
|
800 |
% |
|
0.68 |
|
|
0.37 |
|
|
84 |
% |
|
79 |
% |
__________
(1) There is no tax impact from fair value movement on contingent consideration, unwinding of deferred consideration or employee bonuses related to acquisition.
EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin
EBITDA is a non-IFRS financial measure defined as earnings excluding interest, income tax (charge) credit, depreciation, and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA is a non-IFRS financial measure defined as EBITDA adjusted to exclude the effect of non-recurring items, significant non-cash items, share-based payment expense, foreign exchange gains (losses), fair value of contingent consideration, and other items that our board of directors believes do not reflect the underlying performance of the business, including acquisition related expenses, such as acquisition related costs and bonuses. Adjusted EBITDA Margin is a non-IFRS measure defined as Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of revenue.
We believe Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are useful to our management team as a measure of comparative operating performance from period to period as those measures remove the effect of items not directly resulting from our core operations including effects that are generated by differences in capital structure, depreciation, tax effects and non-recurring events.
While we use Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin as tools to enhance our understanding of certain aspects of our financial performance, we do not believe that Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are substitutes for, or superior to, the information provided by IFRS results. As such, the presentation of Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for any measure prepared in accordance with IFRS. The primary limitations associated with the use of Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin as compared to IFRS results are that Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin as we define them may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies in our industry and that Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin may exclude financial information that some investors may consider important in evaluating our performance.
Below is a reconciliation to EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA from net income for the period attributable to shareholders as presented in the Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income and for the period specified (unaudited):
|
|
Reporting Currency |
|
Constant |
|
Reporting Currency |
|
Constant |
||||||||||||||||
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
Change |
|
Change |
|
Year ended |
|
Change |
|
Change |
||||||||||||
|
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
% |
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
% |
||||
|
|
(USD in thousands) |
|
|
|
|
(USD in thousands) |
|
|
|
||||||||||||||
|
Net income (loss) for the period attributable to shareholders |
6,374 |
|
|
(4,409 |
) |
|
(245 |
) % |
|
(237 |
) % |
|
18,260 |
|
|
2,390 |
|
|
664 |
% |
|
640 |
% |
|
Add back (deduct): |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||
|
Interest expenses on borrowings and lease liability |
38 |
|
|
150 |
|
|
(75 |
) % |
|
(76 |
) % |
|
165 |
|
|
646 |
|
|
(74 |
) % |
|
(75 |
) % |
|
Income tax charge |
(159 |
) |
|
(330 |
) |
|
(52 |
) % |
|
(52 |
) % |
|
1,881 |
|
|
510 |
|
|
269 |
% |
|
257 |
% |
|
Depreciation expense |
63 |
|
|
43 |
|
|
47 |
% |
|
41 |
% |
|
246 |
|
|
190 |
|
|
29 |
% |
|
26 |
% |
|
Amortization expense |
505 |
|
|
1,358 |
|
|
(63 |
) % |
|
(65 |
) % |
|
1,842 |
|
|
6,769 |
|
|
(73 |
) % |
|
(74 |
) % |
|
EBITDA |
6,821 |
|
|
(3,188 |
) |
|
(314 |
) % |
|
(303 |
) % |
|
22,394 |
|
|
10,505 |
|
|
113 |
% |
|
106 |
% |
|
Share-based payment expense |
997 |
|
|
814 |
|
|
22 |
% |
|
16 |
% |
|
3,787 |
|
|
3,214 |
|
|
18 |
% |
|
14 |
% |
|
Fair value movement on contingent consideration |
â |
|
|
4,317 |
|
|
(100 |
) % |
|
(100 |
) % |
|
6,939 |
|
|
10,852 |
|
|
(36 |
) % |
|
(38 |
) % |
|
Unwinding of deferred consideration |
309 |
|
|
77 |
|
|
301 |
% |
|
281 |
% |
|
735 |
|
|
325 |
|
|
126 |
% |
|
119 |
% |
|
Foreign currency translation losses (gains), net |
1,699 |
|
|
4,293 |
|
|
(60 |
) % |
|
(62 |
) % |
|
923 |
|
|
(2,097 |
) |
|
(144 |
) % |
|
(143 |
) % |
|
Interest income from bank deposits |
(90 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
100 |
% |
|
(259 |
) |
|
â |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
100 |
% |
|
Other finance results |
1 |
|
|
(86 |
) |
|
(101 |
) % |
|
(101 |
) % |
|
73 |
|
|
103 |
|
|
(29 |
) % |
|
(31 |
) % |
|
Secondary offering related costs |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
â |
% |
|
733 |
|
|
â |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
100 |
% |
|
Acquisition related costs (1) |
508 |
|
|
â |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
100 |
% |
|
821 |
|
|
539 |
|
|
52 |
% |
|
47 |
% |
|
Employeesâ bonuses related to acquisition |
125 |
|
|
628 |
|
|
(80 |
) % |
|
100 |
% |
|
368 |
|
|
628 |
|
|
(41 |
) % |
|
(43 |
) % |
|
Employee bonuses related to the public offerings |
201 |
|
|
â |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
100 |
% |
|
201 |
|
|
â |
|
|
100 |
% |
|
100 |
% |
|
Adjusted EBITDA |
10,572 |
|
|
6,855 |
|
|
54 |
% |
|
47 |
% |
|
36,715 |
|
|
24,069 |
|
|
53 |
% |
|
48 |
% |
__________
(1) The acquisition costs are related to historical and potential business combinations of the Group.
Below is the Adjusted EBITDA Margin calculation for the period specified stated in the Companyâs reporting currency and constant currency (unaudited):
|
|
Reporting Currency |
|
Constant |
|
Reporting Currency |
|
Constant |
||||||||||||||||
|
|
Three Months Ended December 31, |
|
Change |
|
Change |
|
Year ended December |
|
Change |
|
Change |
||||||||||||
|
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
% |
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
% |
||||
|
|
(USD in thousands, |
|
|
|
|
(in thousands USD, except margin) |
|
|
|
||||||||||||||
|
Revenue |
32,530 |
|
|
21,349 |
|
|
52 |
% |
|
45 |
% |
|
108,652 |
|
|
76,507 |
|
|
42 |
% |
|
38 |
% |
|
Adjusted EBITDA |
10,572 |
|
|
6,855 |
|
|
54 |
% |
|
47 |
% |
|
36,715 |
|
|
24,069 |
|
|
53 |
% |
|
48 |
% |
|
Adjusted EBITDA Margin |
32 |
% |
|
32 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
34 |
% |
|
31 |
% |
|
|
|
|
||||
In regard to forward looking non-IFRS guidance, we are not able to reconcile the forward-looking non-IFRS Adjusted EBITDA measure to the closest corresponding IFRS measure without unreasonable efforts because we are unable to predict the ultimate outcome of certain significant items including, but not limited to, fair value movements, share-based payments for future awards, acquisition-related expenses and certain financing and tax items.
Free Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow is a non-IFRS liquidity financial measure defined as cash flow from operating activities adjusted for payments related to contingent and deferred consideration included within operating cash flow less capital expenditures.
We believe Free Cash Flow is useful to our management team as a measure of financial performance as it measures our ability to generate additional cash from our operations. While we use Free Cash Flow as a tool to enhance our understanding of certain aspects of our financial performance, we do not believe that Free Cash Flow is a substitute for, or superior to, the information provided by IFRS metrics. As such, the presentation of Free Cash Flow is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for any measure prepared in accordance with IFRS.
The primary limitation associated with the use of Free Cash Flow as compared to IFRS metrics is that Free Cash Flow does not represent residual cash flows available for discretionary expenditures because the measure does not deduct the payments required for debt service and other obligations or payments made for business acquisitions. Free Cash Flow as we define it also may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies in the online gambling affiliate industry.
Below is a reconciliation to Free Cash Flow from cash flows generated by operating activities as presented in the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the period specified in the Companyâs reporting currency (unaudited):
|
|
Three Months Ended |
|
Change |
|
Year ended December |
|
Change |
||||||||||
|
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
|
2023 |
|
|
2022 |
|
|
% |
||
|
|
(in thousands USD, unaudited) |
|
|
|
(USD in thousands, unaudited) |
|
|
||||||||||
|
Cash flows generated by operating activities |
6,962 |
|
|
6,188 |
|
|
13 |
% |
|
17,910 |
|
|
18,755 |
|
|
(5 |
) |
|
Adjustment for items presented in operating activities: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||||
|
Payment of contingent consideration |
â |
|
|
â |
|
|
â |
% |
|
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2,897 |
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Snoqualmie Casino Announces Exciting Rebranding to Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel Ahead of Major Expansion
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Snoqualmie Casino has announced its rebranding to Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel, reflecting an exciting new chapter in the venueâs history as it embarks on a much-anticipated expansion. Set for completion in mid-2025, this project promises to elevate the guest experience, making Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel a premier destination for entertainment, relaxation, and culinary excellence.
The cornerstone of the expansion is the construction of a luxurious hotel, which will offer guests unparalleled comfort and stunning views of the Snoqualmie Valley and Mount Si. With a focus on sustainability and modern design, the hotel will feature upscale accommodations, a full-service destination spa, and amenities that cater to both leisure and business travelers. Plus, there are architectural details inspired by Snoqualmie culture from a modern slant roof hotel design representing the original longhouses of the Snoqualmie Tribeâs ancestors to carefully chosen artwork placed throughout for guests to enjoy.
Snoqualmie Casino & Hotelâs destination spa will offer an immersive escape that blends relaxation with the healing power of nature. Nestled in the serene landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, the spa provides a range of rejuvenating treatments. Experience the perfect blend of wellness and nature where luxury, tradition and innovation come together for an incredibly transformative experience.
âIt is my honor and privilege to announce that Snoqualmie Casino has now become Snoqualmie Casino and Hotel. Over the past three years, the Snoqualmie Tribe and Casino have been diligently working to bring a one-of-a-kind, world-class hotel to the Snoqualmie Valley,â said Interim CEO Mary Lou Patterson.
In addition, Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel will expand its gaming floor, introducing an array of new options to enhance the entertainment experience for guests. This expansion will include the latest slots, electronic and traditional table games, as well as a dedicated high-limit gaming area for discerning players seeking a more exclusive gaming experience.
One of the highlights of the expansion is the development of a state-of-the-art 2000-seat entertainment and convention center. This versatile venue will host a variety of events, from concerts to conferences, positioning Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel as a key player in the regionâs entertainment landscape. With cutting-edge technology and a focus on guest comfort, the center will attract top-tier talent and events, making it a must-visit destination.
In addition to the award-winning Vista Prime Steaks & Seafood, 12 Moons, and Falls Buffet, a new sports bar and grill will be introduced to provide patrons with the ultimate game day experience. Other new dining options, set to open later, will showcase local ingredients and flavors, ensuring a memorable culinary experience for guests.
Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel recently launched a brand-new valet garage. The dual level indoor and outdoor structure, with 600 additional spaces, doubles the previous capacity for valet parking creating easier access into the casino. This is the first piece of new development at Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel that has opened for immediate use. The entire project anticipates creating numerous job opportunities for local residents, contributing to the economic growth of the Snoqualmie area.
Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.
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PENN Entertainment and ESPN announced that account linking between ESPN BET and ESPN is now available for customers, creating an even more deeply integrated media and betting experience. By linking accounts, fans now have the ability to seamlessly track upcoming, live and settled bets within the ESPN app and on ESPN.com. With this product enhancement, ESPN BET will soon bring fans more personalised bets and timely promotions based on their favourite sports, teams, players and fantasy rosters.
Accel Entertainment Inc. has announced that it has completed the acquisition of 85% of the ownership interests of Toucan Gaming LLC and LSM Gaming LLC, two Louisiana-based route operators and owners of multiple licensed video poker establishments (collectively, âToucanâ), for approximately $40 million. The combined business will operate as Toucan Gaming throughout Louisiana and will be led by Stan Guidroz, an industry-leading gaming executive and current CEO of Toucan Gaming. Mr. Guidroz owns the remaining 15% of Toucanâs ownership interests and will lead the Accel team supporting Toucanâs continued growth.
INTRALOT S.A. has announced the undertaking of a new project between the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), the sole lottery operator for the Government of British Columbia in Canada, and INTRALOT, its US subsidiary, for the provision of an online lottery platform. The project also includes the digitalisation of the existing land-based network. The solution will be based on the Player X platform, part of the Lotos X ecosystem, and adds to the companyâs overall partnership with BCLC, which has been extended until 2028.
BetMGM Poker has become the third US operator to offer multi-state online poker. The company has merged its player pools in Michigan and New Jersey. Both states are a part of the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement, which allows online poker networks to share liquidity and players in participating markets. The two-state network went live Wednesday afternoon after morning maintenance.
Betsson Group has celebrated its success at the SBC Awards LatinoamĂ©rica 2024, winning two prestigious awards: Sportsbook Operator of the Year and Leader of the Year, which was awarded to Kevin Saliba, Commercial Director (Business Development) for Latin America. This marks the second consecutive year Betsson has earned the Leader of the Year accolade, following Andrea Rossiâs win in 2023 â an achievement that underscores Betssonâs consistent leadership in the region.
Partnerships
Playân GO has announced a new operator partnership with renowned gaming brand Hard Rock Digital for their top-rated Hard Rock Bet online casino platform in New Jersey. The Hard Rock brand is synonymous with entertainment worldwide, and this partnership will see Hard Rock Bet players in New Jersey gain access to hit Playân GO titles such as Piggy Blitz, Book of Dead and Rise of Olympus 100.
SCCG Management, a global leader in gaming innovation and advisory, has announced a strategic partnership with Chata.AI, a technology provider specialising in self-service, proactive analytics that enables businesses to access real-time insights without requiring extensive technical expertise. This partnership introduces Chata.AIâs technology to the gaming industry, providing operators with powerful tools to streamline decision-making and increase operational efficiency.
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Wind Creek Chicago Southland has announced that it will open to the public on November 11. The state-of-the-art casino represents the first step toward delivering a full-scale integrated resort experience, scheduled for completion in spring 2025.
Spanning an impressive 70,000 square feet, Wind Creek Chicago Southland features over 1400 slot machines, 56 table games, high-limit slot areas, a high-limit table games salon, a poker room, a dynamic sportsbook, and 4 âHidden Gemsâ throughout the casino floorâoffering visitors a unique and customizable private gaming and event microenvironment. Designed with an emphasis on curated entertainment spaces, this new offering aims to redefine leisure and hospitality for the entire region.
âThe opening of Wind Creek Chicago Southland underscores our dedication to making a positive economic impact in the communities we serve. Weâre committed to create opportunities that support the region, offer competitive benefits for Team Members, and further strengthen the vibrant Southland community,â said Jay Dorris, President and CEO of Wind Creek Hospitality.
Wind Creek Chicago Southland is expected to create more than 1000 full-time jobs in fields ranging from hospitality to technology. Roles will include security, gaming attendants, food service, IT technicians, and environmental services, reinforcing Wind Creekâs commitment to strengthening the local economy. Additionally, Homewood and East Hazel Crest will benefit from gambling revenue, along with 42 other south suburban communitiesâfunding essential local services within the immediate and surrounding communities.
âWind Creek Chicago Southland is more than a casinoâitâs a community-driven destination. The Tribe and Wind Creek will continue to prioritize the Villages of Homewood and East Hazel Crest as we are committed to uplifting our neighbors,â said Stephanie Bryan, Tribal Chair and CEO, Poarch Creek Indians.
On Nov. 6th and Nov. 7th, the Illinois Gaming Board visited the casino for two mandatory test days, which also included an extended invitation to family friends and local dignitaries. Wind Creek Hospitality received notice of approval on Nov. 8th to operate on Monday, Nov. 11th at approximately 11:00 a.m.
The Nov. 11th opening marks only the beginning of what will become a flagship destination. High-limit gaming rooms, a hotel, spa, poker room, a sportsbook and more will be available for Guests seeking diverse experiences. Wind Creekâs partnership with Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group will also introduce an exceptional range of signature restaurants and food & beverage offerings to the highly anticipated property.
âWhether youâre looking for elevated dining, quick-service eateries, or something in betweenâyou wonât be disappointed as weâre creating something truly unforgettable,â said Fabio Viviani.
âFrom the start, our mission has been to create jobs, spur economic growth, and offer the ultimate entertainment escape. Weâre thrilled to welcome our Guests on Nov. 11th to experience the excitement firsthand,â said Roger Kuehn, EVP and General Manager of Wind Creek Chicago Southland.
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