Eeze, the fast-growing live casino specialist, has announced the appointment of Jonathan Pettemerides as its new Non-Executive Director, effective 1st October 2025.
Pettemerides has almost twenty years of international leadership experience in the gaming industry, having held senior roles across multi-channel operators, vendors and serving on public company boards in the entertainment sector. This includes serving as Non-Executive Director at NetEnt during a crucial phase of its growth, overseeing the acquisition of Red Tiger and the landmark sale to Evolution.
His collective experience and international market insights will be invaluable in providing strategic oversight, governance and risk management as part of the board of directors supporting Eeze’s next stages of its growth.
The new appointment strengthens Eeze’s commitment to strengthening every part of its business as it scales into more regulated markets.
Melvin Yan Min Zhang, Chairman at Eeze, said: “We’re pleased to welcome Jonathan to the board of directors, in support of our long term growth objectives. He is a recognised executive leader in omnichannel regulated gaming, with significant international experience and that expertise will be important to our next stages of growth.
“With his support, we’re confident we can push boundaries and create innovative solutions that resonate in the gaming industry. It’s an exciting time for all of us at Eeze.”
Jonathan Pettemerides, Non-Executive Director at Eeze, said: “I’m delighted to join the board at such an exciting time in the company’s journey. Eeze is bringing a fresh and innovative approach to the live casino space, backed by strong leadership and a clear long-term vision.
“I look forward to supporting the team as we continue to scale responsibly, strengthen our governance, and explore new opportunities across regulated markets.”
Industry Perspective
Pettemerides’ appointment signals Eeze’s strategic focus on governance and regulatory credibility as the live casino specialist pursues expansion into mature European markets. His track record at NetEnt, particularly during the Red Tiger acquisition and subsequent Evolution merger, provides valuable insights into scaling B2B gaming operations within complex regulatory frameworks.
The timing of this board-level appointment reflects broader industry patterns, where emerging live casino providers prioritize experienced non-executive directors to navigate increasingly stringent compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Pettemerides’ omnichannel expertise addresses a critical challenge for live casino specialists: integrating studio-based products across retail and digital operator networks in regulated markets.
For Eeze, this represents a maturation step from growth-stage supplier to established platform provider, with board composition signaling readiness for institutional partnerships and potential licensing applications in Tier 1 European jurisdictions where governance standards directly influence regulatory approval timelines.
