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Push Gaming has appointed Chris Arriola as Chief Operations Officer, marking another step in the company’s leadership development as it continues to establish itself as a Tier 1 provider in the global iGaming market.
Arriola, who has been with Push Gaming since 2024 serving as Director of Game Production and Delivery, will focus on building operational excellence as the company expands its market presence. His promotion follows a period of rapid growth for the London-based game developer, which was acquired by MGM Resorts International subsidiary LeoVegas in September 2023.
Industry Experience and Background
Before joining Push Gaming, Arriola worked at Play’n GO, bringing experience from one of the industry’s established game development studios. He completed his Master of Business Administration at London Metropolitan University in 2024, complementing his Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
The promotion sees Arriola stepping into a role that had been held by Andy Bentley, who was appointed COO in October 2024 following Push Gaming’s executive reorganization. At that time, co-founder Winston Lee also moved into a co-CEO position alongside James Marshall.
Push Gaming’s Recent Growth
Push Gaming has experienced significant expansion throughout 2024 and into 2025, securing partnerships with major operators across regulated markets. The company entered Bulgaria through an exclusive deal with Betano in February 2025, expanded into Serbia with Mozzartbet, and launched its portfolio with Bally’s Interactive in Spain.
The studio has also maintained an active game release schedule, with recent titles including 10 Santa’s Reindeers, Santa Hopper, Big Bite Push Ways, and Olympus Unleashed. In March 2025, Push Gaming announced a portfolio restructuring, introducing new game categories and a sub-brand called Reel Hot Games to expand its reach across different player segments.
James Marshall and Winston Lee, who co-founded Push Gaming in 2010, continue to lead the company as co-CEOs. Marshall thanked both Marshall and Lee in his LinkedIn announcement, stating his focus would be on “building the operational excellence required to push our boundaries even further as we solidify our position as a Tier 1 provider.”
MGM Ownership and Market Position
Since its acquisition by LeoVegas Group (a subsidiary of MGM Resorts International), Push Gaming has accelerated its market expansion efforts. The company operates from its London headquarters with employees across five continents and maintains a portfolio recognized for quality over quantity in the competitive slots market.
The appointment comes as Push Gaming continues to target growth in key regulated territories including Brazil, the United States, and established European markets where online casino revenue has shown strong performance throughout 2024.
Source: Push Gaming
