PointsBet is a leading Australian bookmaker that offers services in Australia and the United States. It announced Tuesday a high-ranking hire. William Grounds is an industry veteran who was appointed as an independent, non-executive director.
William Grounds is a non-executive director at PointsBet
PointsBet revealed that the appointment is effective from Tuesday and sees the industry expert expand the company’s leadership team. Leveraging his rich experience in the industry, Grounds is expected to help the company’s further growth in North America, as well as new emerging markets. Moreover, he will provide invaluable guidance and advice amid PointsBet’s growing expansion in North America.
Brett Paton, PointsBet’s chairman, welcomed Grounds to the company’s growing roster of experts. Grounds’ experience as a member of well-respected companies in the sports, gaming and casino betting sectors is a benefit to PointsBet. “Further, adding an additional US-based director ensures we continue to have the appropriate level of governance and oversight on the ground in the expanding and ever evolving North American market,” said Paton in conclusion.
“We welcome William Grounds and look forward to his contribution as an independent non-executive director.“
Brett Paton is the chairman of PointsBet
Grounds offers a rich sports betting and iGaming experience
Grounds is an independent, non-executive director for the company. He currently serves as the director of Consumer Portfolio Services (a special finance company). Grounds’ professional experiences include a director role at MGM Resorts International and a leadership position with Remark Holdings.
Grounds, a subsidiary of Dubai World’s Infinity World Development Corp during his professional life, was an integral part of that company. At that time, he held the position of a chief operating officer and president and oversaw the company’s $7 billion investment into CityCenter Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. MGM Resorts joined the joint venture partnership to complete this billion-dollar deal.
Grounds, a non executive director at MGM Resorts International from 2013 to 2021 was an active member. The company formed BetMGM as a joint venture after PASPA was declared unconstitutional. His dedication and perseverance allowed him to gain significant insight into the rapidly growing iGaming and sports betting markets in America. What further contributed toward Grounds’ experience is his position as director of BetMGM. At that time he was in charge of the venture’s strategy. Grounds is an expert in the industry and currently has certifications for various US gambling jurisdictions.
