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VIP Play Inc. Appoints Digital-Transformation Veteran Les M. Ottolenghi as Chief Executive Officer

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VIP Play Inc. (OTC: VIPZ) has appointed Les M. Ottolenghi as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Ottolenghi brings over 25 years of C-suite experience in technology-driven growth across gaming, entertainment, media, and education sectors, with his initiatives generating over $100 billion in cumulative market value. His previous roles include Chief Commercial & Transformation Officer at Lee Enterprises, Chief Commercial Officer and CIO at Stride, Inc., and Executive VP & CIO at Caesars Entertainment. Board Chair Bruce Cassidy praised Ottolenghi's track record in leveraging advanced technologies for market expansion and customer engagement. The new CEO aims to transform VIP Play by implementing cloud scalability and AI solutions to enhance gaming experiences while maintaining security and social responsibility standards.
VIP Play Inc. (OTC: VIPZ) ha nominato Les M. Ottolenghi come nuovo Amministratore Delegato, con effetto immediato. Ottolenghi vanta oltre 25 anni di esperienza ai massimi livelli dirigenziali in settori guidati dalla tecnologia come gaming, intrattenimento, media e istruzione, con iniziative che hanno generato un valore di mercato cumulativo superiore a 100 miliardi di dollari. Tra i suoi precedenti incarichi figurano Chief Commercial & Transformation Officer presso Lee Enterprises, Chief Commercial Officer e CIO presso Stride, Inc., e Executive VP & CIO presso Caesars Entertainment. Il Presidente del Consiglio, Bruce Cassidy, ha elogiato la capacità di Ottolenghi di sfruttare tecnologie avanzate per espandere il mercato e migliorare il coinvolgimento dei clienti. Il nuovo CEO punta a trasformare VIP Play implementando soluzioni di scalabilità cloud e intelligenza artificiale per migliorare l’esperienza di gioco, mantenendo al contempo elevati standard di sicurezza e responsabilità sociale.
VIP Play Inc. (OTC: VIPZ) ha nombrado a Les M. Ottolenghi como su nuevo Director Ejecutivo, con efecto inmediato. Ottolenghi aporta más de 25 años de experiencia en puestos ejecutivos en sectores impulsados por la tecnología como juegos, entretenimiento, medios y educación, con iniciativas que han generado más de 100 mil millones de dólares en valor de mercado acumulado. Sus cargos anteriores incluyen Chief Commercial & Transformation Officer en Lee Enterprises, Chief Commercial Officer y CIO en Stride, Inc., y Vicepresidente Ejecutivo y CIO en Caesars Entertainment. El presidente del consejo, Bruce Cassidy, elogió su historial en el aprovechamiento de tecnologías avanzadas para la expansión del mercado y la participación del cliente. El nuevo CEO tiene como objetivo transformar VIP Play implementando soluciones de escalabilidad en la nube e inteligencia artificial para mejorar la experiencia de juego, manteniendo altos estándares de seguridad y responsabilidad social.
VIP Play Inc.(OTC: VIPZ)는 즉시 발효되는 새로운 최고경영자(CEO)로 Les M. Ottolenghi를 임명했습니다. Ottolenghi는 게임, 엔터테인먼트, 미디어, 교육 분야에서 기술 기반 성장에 대한 25년 이상의 최고경영진 경험을 보유하고 있으며, 그의 이니셔티브는 총 1,000억 달러 이상의 시장 가치를 창출했습니다. 이전 직책으로는 Lee Enterprises의 최고상업 및 전환 책임자, Stride, Inc.의 최고상업책임자 및 최고정보책임자(CIO), Caesars Entertainment의 부사장 겸 CIO가 있습니다. 이사회 의장 Bruce Cassidy는 Ottolenghi가 첨단 기술을 활용해 시장 확장과 고객 참여를 이끈 업적을 높이 평가했습니다. 새로운 CEO는 클라우드 확장성과 인공지능 솔루션을 도입해 VIP Play를 혁신하고, 게임 경험을 향상시키면서 보안과 사회적 책임 기준을 유지하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
VIP Play Inc. (OTC : VIPZ) a nommé Les M. Ottolenghi en tant que nouveau Directeur Général, avec effet immédiat. Ottolenghi apporte plus de 25 ans d'expérience au sein des directions exécutives dans les secteurs technologiques tels que les jeux, le divertissement, les médias et l'éducation, avec des initiatives ayant généré une valeur de marché cumulée de plus de 100 milliards de dollars. Ses précédents postes incluent Chief Commercial & Transformation Officer chez Lee Enterprises, Chief Commercial Officer et CIO chez Stride, Inc., ainsi que Vice-Président Exécutif et CIO chez Caesars Entertainment. Le Président du Conseil, Bruce Cassidy, a salué son parcours dans l'exploitation des technologies avancées pour l'expansion du marché et l'engagement client. Le nouveau CEO vise à transformer VIP Play en mettant en œuvre des solutions de scalabilité cloud et d'intelligence artificielle pour améliorer l'expérience de jeu tout en maintenant des normes élevées de sécurité et de responsabilité sociale.
VIP Play Inc. (OTC: VIPZ) hat Les M. Ottolenghi mit sofortiger Wirkung zum neuen Chief Executive Officer ernannt. Ottolenghi bringt über 25 Jahre Erfahrung in Führungspositionen in technologiegetriebenen Wachstumsbereichen wie Gaming, Unterhaltung, Medien und Bildung mit, wobei seine Initiativen einen kumulierten Marktwert von über 100 Milliarden US-Dollar generiert haben. Zu seinen früheren Positionen zählen Chief Commercial & Transformation Officer bei Lee Enterprises, Chief Commercial Officer und CIO bei Stride, Inc. sowie Executive VP & CIO bei Caesars Entertainment. Der Vorstandsvorsitzende Bruce Cassidy lobte Ottolenghis Erfolg bei der Nutzung fortschrittlicher Technologien zur Markterweiterung und Kundenbindung. Der neue CEO plant, VIP Play durch den Einsatz von Cloud-Skalierbarkeit und KI-Lösungen zu transformieren, um das Spielerlebnis zu verbessern und gleichzeitig Sicherheits- und soziale Verantwortungstandards einzuhalten.
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  • Appointment of experienced CEO with 25+ years of C-suite experience in relevant industries
  • New CEO's previous initiatives have created over $100 billion in cumulative market value
  • Strong background in implementing cloud, cybersecurity, and AI solutions that drove revenue and EBITDA growth
  • Strategic focus on technological transformation and market expansion
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LAS VEGAS, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- VIP Play Inc. (OTC: VIPZ), a Nevada-incorporated online casino and gaming company, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Les M. Ottolenghi as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Ottolenghi brings more than twenty-five years of C-suite experience driving technology–led growth in gaming, entertainment, media, and education, where his initiatives have created over $100 billion in cumulative market value.

Ottolenghi has previously served as Chief Commercial & Transformation Officer at Lee Enterprises, Chief Commercial Officer and CIO at Stride, Inc., and Executive Vice President & CIO at Caesars Entertainment. Throughout these roles he delivered industry–first cloud, cybersecurity, and AI solutions that accelerated revenue and EBITDA growth.

"Les is the ideal leader to guide VIP Play through its transformation," said Board Chair Bruce Cassidy, "His track record of harnessing advanced technologies to unlock new markets and enhance customer engagement aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver innovative and engaging wagering experiences."

Ottolenghi added "Today's consumers expect entertainment that is intelligent, frictionless, and hyper-personalized. By fusing cloud scalability with next–generation AI, VIP Play will redefine the patron's experience while setting a new standard for innovation, security, and social responsibility in the gaming industry."

About VIP Play Inc.

VIP Play Inc. (OTC: VIPZ) is pioneering the future of mobile sports wagering. Operating its proprietary technology platform in Tennessee and holding an interim iGaming and mobile sports–betting license in West Virginia, the company delivers a modern sportsbook with unique wager offerings, sweepstakes contests, and social features. VIP Play's cloud–native architecture and AI–driven product roadmap enable secure, data–centric experiences that delight players and uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance and responsible gaming. Visit https://vipplayapp.com to learn more.

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FAQ

Who is the new CEO of VIP Play (VIPZ)?

Les M. Ottolenghi has been appointed as the new CEO of VIP Play Inc., effective June 18, 2025.

What is Les Ottolenghi's experience in the gaming industry?

Ottolenghi has over 25 years of C-suite experience, including serving as Executive Vice President & CIO at Caesars Entertainment, where he implemented industry-first cloud, cybersecurity, and AI solutions.

What is VIP Play's (VIPZ) strategic direction under the new CEO?

Under Ottolenghi's leadership, VIP Play plans to focus on fusing cloud scalability with next-generation AI to enhance patron experience while prioritizing innovation, security, and social responsibility.

What positions has Les Ottolenghi held before joining VIP Play (VIPZ)?

Ottolenghi previously served as Chief Commercial & Transformation Officer at Lee Enterprises, Chief Commercial Officer and CIO at Stride, Inc., and Executive Vice President & CIO at Caesars Entertainment.

How much market value have Les Ottolenghi's previous initiatives generated?

Ottolenghi's initiatives have created over $100 billion in cumulative market value throughout his career in gaming, entertainment, media, and education sectors.
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