Justin Sebastiano Joins Game Play Network as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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Game Play Network announced that Justin Sebastiano has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective Dec 2, 2025.

Sebastiano brings more than two decades of finance experience and will lead the company’s global finance organization, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, treasury, and investor relations. He joins from Fanatics, where he was SVP and Treasurer, and previously served as SVP of Finance, Investor Relations, and Treasurer at Penn Entertainment (NASDAQ: PENN). Sebastiano holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Mathematics and Economics and an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University.

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• Appointment date: Dec 2, 2025
• Over two decades of finance and capital markets experience
• Will lead global finance: FP&A, accounting, treasury, IR
• Prior SVP Treasurer role at Fanatics
• Previously SVP Finance/IR/Treasurer at Penn Entertainment (PENN)

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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Game Play Network, Inc. ("GPN"), a licensed gaming company that offers players casino-style games for real money through its B2C website and app, Horseplay, today announced the appointment of Justin Sebastiano as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Sebastiano joins GPN with more than two decades of leadership experience in strategic finance, capital markets, treasury management, and investor relations for both public and private companies in the gaming and consumer industries.

Sebastiano will lead the company's global finance organization, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, treasury, and investor relations. He will work closely with CEO David Marshall, President Russell Fine, and COO Tod Lower to further strengthen GPN's financial infrastructure and drive profitability, operational excellence, and scalable growth.

"Justin's deep expertise in the gaming industry, capital markets, and scaling finance operations will be invaluable as GPN advances its growth and partnership initiatives," said Marshall. "He brings a proven record of leading complex financings, building investor relationships, managing M&A transactions, and driving stakeholder value—all of which are critical as we enter our next chapter."

Sebastiano joins GPN from Fanatics Holdings, where he served as Senior Vice President ("SVP") and Treasurer. At Fanatics Sebastiano led Treasury, Capital Markets, Risk Management and worked closely with the Strategic Finance and M&A teams. Prior to Fanatics, Sebastiano was SVP of Finance, Investor Relations, and Treasurer of Penn Entertainment (NASDAQ: PENN). Earlier in his career, he was a top-ranked equity research analyst recognized by Financial Times/Starmine and Forbes for his coverage of the gaming sector.

"I'm thrilled to join Game Play Network at such an exciting time in its evolution," said Sebastiano. "The team has built a strong foundation and clear vision. I look forward to partnering with David, Russell, Tod, and the rest of our leadership team to drive disciplined growth, operational excellence, and long-term value for our stakeholders."

Sebastiano holds a dual bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Economics and an M.B.A. in Finance from Rutgers University.

About Game Play Network
Game Play Network, Inc. is a Los Angeles-based iGaming company with a patented software & technology platform that enables the reveal of real money wagers on live horse races in conjunction with a graphical user interface (e.g. casino-style games such as slots, keno and video poker). GPN is an advance deposit wagering company legally authorized to conduct wagering on horse races under the Federal Interstate Horseracing Act, gaming licenses, and applicable state laws. GPN conducts its B2C business via Horseplay.com and also enables third party brands to offer real money mobile casino style games in states where other forms of iGaming may not be legal. The company operates in 18 states with the ability to launch in up to 40 states.

For investor inquiries or additional information, please contact:
investorrelations@bspot.com.

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FAQ

Who is Justin Sebastiano and what role did he accept at Game Play Network?

Justin Sebastiano was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Game Play Network, effective Dec 2, 2025.

What responsibilities will Justin Sebastiano have as GPN CFO?

He will lead the company’s global finance organization, including FP&A, accounting, treasury, and investor relations.

How does Justin Sebastiano’s background at Fanatics and Penn Entertainment (PENN) relate to his GPN role?

He previously led treasury and capital markets at Fanatics and served as SVP Finance, IR, and Treasurer at Penn Entertainment (PENN), bringing industry finance experience.

When did Game Play Network announce the CFO appointment for Justin Sebastiano?

The company announced the appointment on December 2, 2025.

What qualifications does Justin Sebastiano hold for the CFO position at Game Play Network?

He holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Mathematics and Economics and an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University.