Bede Gaming has appointed David Bartley as Chief People Officer, elevating him to the executive team as the company continues to prioritise its people strategy across its international operations.
Bartley joined Bede in 2023 as Head of People and has since led initiatives across performance management, global engagement, professional development, and employee wellbeing for a workforce of 300 staff across three global locations. His promotion reflects a broader strategic focus on organisational development as Bede Gaming evolves its position as a key platform provider in the igaming sector.
With 14 years of experience in HR roles across gambling and technology—including previous positions at Playtech—Bartley brings a strong track record in change management, international expansion, and staffing strategy. Under his leadership, Bede was recently recognised with the Skills Developer Award at the 2024 Dynamites Awards, acknowledging its continued investment in learning, development, and technical innovation.
As Chief People Officer, Bartley will continue to drive efforts to strengthen team connectivity, improve internal systems, and enhance overall employee engagement. His appointment to the C-suite underlines Bede Gaming’s commitment to embedding its people-focused culture at the highest levels of decision-making.
“David is a perfect fit for Bede’s first Chief People Officer. He exemplifies the leadership, transparency and dedication that our values and culture represent, and I’m keen to see the perspectives that he will bring to the executive team. He already has a clear strategic vision for taking us forward as a competitive employer in our industry, and being able to provide this kind of support for our teams goes a long way in producing innovative, market-leading products and services,” said Colin Cole-Johnson, Bede Chief Executive Officer.
“As I’m sure is expected for someone in my position, my favourite part about Bede has been the people,” commented Bartley. “It’s something we say a lot around here: our People are truly what makes Bede special. There’s a great mix of competence, a drive to do the right thing, and strong collaborative instincts. I’m excited for this next step in my career and eager for the opportunity to continue delivering people-focused initiatives that will support and inspire every member of our global team.”
