High Roller Names Seth Young CEO in Planned Leadership Transition
High Roller Technologies (NYSE:ROLR) has announced a planned leadership transition, naming Seth Young as the company's new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1st, 2025. Young, who currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer, will succeed Ben Clemes, who is stepping down to focus on family.
Young brings over 20 years of gaming industry experience, having previously held executive positions at PointsBet, FSG Digital, and Foxwoods Resort Casino. His background includes expertise in strategic corporate development, partnerships, regulatory affairs, and product development. The incoming CEO currently serves on the boards of Kinectify, EQL Games, and Kindbridge Behavioral Health, and has received industry recognition including the Innovation Group's 2018 Emerging Leaders of Gaming Award.
High Roller Technologies (NYSE:ROLR) ha annunciato una transizione della leadership, nominando Seth Young nuovo Amministratore Delegato, con effetto dal 1° settembre 2025. Young, attualmente Chief Strategy Officer, succede a Ben Clemes, che lascia per dedicarsi alla famiglia.
Young vanta oltre 20 anni di esperienza nel settore del gioco, con precedenti ruoli dirigenziali presso PointsBet, FSG Digital e Foxwoods Resort Casino. È esperto in sviluppo strategico aziendale, partnership, questioni regolatorie e sviluppo prodotto. L'amministratore delegato entrante siede nei consigli di amministrazione di Kinectify, EQL Games e Kindbridge Behavioral Health e ha ricevuto riconoscimenti del settore, tra cui l'Innovation Group's 2018 Emerging Leaders of Gaming Award.
High Roller Technologies (NYSE:ROLR) ha anunciado una transición en su liderazgo, nombrando a Seth Young como nuevo Director Ejecutivo, con vigencia desde el 1 de septiembre de 2025. Young, que actualmente ejerce como Chief Strategy Officer, sucederá a Ben Clemes, quien dimite para centrarse en su familia.
Young aporta más de 20 años de experiencia en la industria del juego, habiendo ocupado puestos ejecutivos en PointsBet, FSG Digital y Foxwoods Resort Casino. Su trayectoria incluye experiencia en desarrollo estratégico corporativo, alianzas, asuntos regulatorios y desarrollo de productos. El próximo CEO forma parte de los consejos de Kinectify, EQL Games y Kindbridge Behavioral Health, y ha recibido reconocimientos del sector, entre ellos el Innovation Group's 2018 Emerging Leaders of Gaming Award.
High Roller Technologies (NYSE:ROLR)는 리더십 변경을 발표하고 2025년 9월 1일부로 새로운 최고경영자로 Seth Young을 임명했습니다. 현재 최고전략책임자(Chief Strategy Officer)를 맡고 있는 Young은 가족과 시간을 보내기 위해 물러나는 Ben Clemes의 뒤를 잇습니다.
Young은 게임 산업에서 20년 이상의 경력을 보유하고 있으며 PointsBet, FSG Digital, Foxwoods Resort Casino 등에서 임원직을 역임했습니다. 그는 전략적 기업 개발, 파트너십, 규제 사안 및 제품 개발에 전문성을 갖추고 있습니다. 신임 CEO는 Kinectify, EQL Games, Kindbridge Behavioral Health의 이사회에 참여하고 있으며, Innovation Group의 2018 Emerging Leaders of Gaming Award 등 업계 수상 경력이 있습니다.
High Roller Technologies (NYSE:ROLR) a annoncé une transition de direction, nommant Seth Young nouveau Directeur Général, à compter du 1er septembre 2025. Young, qui occupe actuellement le poste de Chief Strategy Officer, succède à Ben Clemes, qui se retire pour se consacrer à sa famille.
Young possède plus de 20 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie du jeu, ayant exercé des fonctions de direction chez PointsBet, FSG Digital et Foxwoods Resort Casino. Son parcours couvre le développement stratégique d'entreprise, les partenariats, les questions réglementaires et le développement de produits. Le futur PDG siège aux conseils d'administration de Kinectify, EQL Games et Kindbridge Behavioral Health et a reçu des distinctions du secteur, notamment l'Innovation Group's 2018 Emerging Leaders of Gaming Award.
High Roller Technologies (NYSE:ROLR) hat einen geplanten Führungswechsel angekündigt und Seth Young zum neuen Chief Executive Officer ernannt, wirksam ab dem 1. September 2025. Young, derzeit Chief Strategy Officer, tritt die Nachfolge von Ben Clemes an, der zurücktritt, um sich seiner Familie zu widmen.
Young bringt über 20 Jahre Erfahrung in der Glücksspielbranche mit und hatte zuvor Führungspositionen bei PointsBet, FSG Digital und Foxwoods Resort Casino inne. Zu seinem Hintergrund zählen strategische Unternehmensentwicklung, Partnerschaften, regulatorische Angelegenheiten und Produktentwicklung. Der künftige CEO sitzt im Vorstand von Kinectify, EQL Games und Kindbridge Behavioral Health und wurde unter anderem mit dem Innovation Group's 2018 Emerging Leaders of Gaming Award ausgezeichnet.
- Planned and organized leadership transition ensuring business continuity
- New CEO brings extensive 20+ years of gaming industry experience
- Incoming CEO has strong background in strategic development and partnerships
- Company is reported to be in healthy condition for the transition
- Departure of successful CEO Ben Clemes who led company since 2024
- Potential shift in strategic direction with new leadership
Las Vegas, Nevada, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High Roller Technologies (“High Roller” and the “Company”) (NYSE: ROLR), operator of the award-winning, premium online casino brands High Roller and Fruta, today announced that its Board of Directors has named Seth Young as the Company’s next Chief Executive Officer in a planned leadership transition effective September 1st, succeeding Ben Clemes.
Mr. Clemes, who has served as CEO since 2024, is stepping down from his role to devote more time to his family. Under his leadership, High Roller achieved a long list of accomplishments, and Clemes leaves the company well-positioned for its next chapter of growth.
“It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as High Roller’s CEO, and my decision to step away comes at a time when the Company is healthy,” said Clemes. “I’m proud of what we have accomplished together and I’m confident that Seth is the right leader to guide High Roller forward. I’m looking forward to focusing more on my family while knowing that the business is in strong hands.”
Mr. Young, who previously served as Chief Strategy Officer at High Roller, has been working closely with Mr. Clemes and the leadership team to ensure a smooth transition. He brings more than 20 years of experience in gaming to the role, and is recognized for his vision, operational discipline, and leadership.
“I want to thank Ben for his dedication, his achievements, and his thoughtful approach to this transition,” said Young. “Because of his leadership, the Company is positioned for growth and success, and I’m excited to continue building on the foundation he built to drive future growth and value for our shareholders, employees, and customers.”
The Board of Directors expressed its appreciation for Mr. Clemes’ tenure as CEO and his contributions to the Company’s success.
“Ben has been an outstanding leader who guided High Roller through critical growth phases and positioned the Company for long-term success,” said Michael Cribari, Chairman. “We are grateful for his service and for ensuring a seamless transition. We’re thrilled to welcome Seth to the role of CEO with full confidence in his ability to lead High Roller into the future.”
Prior to joining High Roller, Young served as Chief Innovation Officer at PointsBet where he was responsible for strategic corporate development efforts including fundraising, partnerships, government and regulatory affairs, product development, M&A initiatives, and more. Young previously served as Chief Operating Officer at FSG Digital, Executive Director of Online Gaming at Foxwoods Resort Casino, and other executive roles throughout his career. Young currently serves on the board of directors for Kinectify, EQL Games, and Kindbridge Behavioral Health.
Young was the recipient of the Innovation Group’s 2018 Emerging Leaders of Gaming Award and was named to Global Gaming Business Magazine’s 40 Under 40 in the same year. Young holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, with a double minor in Internet Studies and Legal Studies, from Brandeis University, and attended Harvard Business School for Mergers and Acquisitions, Strategy, Execution, and Post-Merger Management.
About High Roller Technologies, Inc.
High Roller Technologies, Inc. is a leading global online gaming operator known for its innovative casino brands, High Roller and Fruta, listed under the ticker ROLR on the NYSE. The Company delivers a cutting-edge real-money online casino platform that is intuitive and user-friendly. With a diverse portfolio of over 6,000 premium games from more than 90 leading game providers, High Roller Technologies serves a global customer base, offering an immersive and engaging gaming experience in the rapidly expanding multi-billion iGaming industry. The online casino features enhanced search engine optimization, machine learning, seamless direct API integrations, faster load times, and superior scalability.
As an award-winning operator, High Roller Technologies continues to redefine the future of online gaming through innovation, performance, and a commitment to excellence. For more information, please visit the High Roller Technologies, Inc. investor relations website, X, Facebook, and LinkedIn pages.
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