Microgaming, an Isle of Man based software developer, is pleased to reveal that it has appointed former Instant Win Gaming (IWG) Chief Commercial Officer Leon Thomas to act as its new Managing Director of Bingo.

Thomas has more than 10 years’ industry experience and joins Microgaming from lottery and bingo-games operator IWG, where he served as Chief Commercial Officer.  He has an exceptionally strong grounding in online bingo after serving as Managing Director of Tombola, where he launched the brand in Spain and Italy, as well as securing its leading position in the United Kingdom.

Thomas has also held a number of senior roles, namely for the Rank Group’s Mecca Digital division, Caesars Entertainment and NYX Gaming Group.

In his new role at Microgaming, Thomas has been assigned to maximize the success of the bingo vertical, develop a long-term business approach and capitalize on commercial opportunities.

John Coleman, the Chief Executive Officer at Microgaming, commented on the appointment by saying that they are pleased to welcome Leon to the Microgaming family.

Coleman went on to say that with his immense experience in online gaming and knowledge of both B2B and B2C industries, Leon will play a leading role as they continue to maximize the value, success and growth of their bingo vertical.

Thomas added that he is delighted to be appointed Managing Director of Bingo for one of the gaming industry’s foremost entertainment providers.

Thomas also said that Microgaming has a fantastic platform, and given its scale and reach, it is set to substantially grow the bingo side of its business.