Strive Gaming Welcomes New Chief Legal and Compliance Officer
Strive Gaming has enhanced its executive lineup with the strategic appointment of Tommaso Di Chio in the role of Chief Legal and Compliance Officer, marking a significant step in fortifying its legal and compliance arm amidst the dynamic and evolving igaming industry in the North American market.
Operating as a contemporary, multi-state, multi-tenanted platform provider catering to operators in North America, and amidst applications pending in regions such as New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, Strive Gaming is positioned at a pivotal juncture in the igaming sector. The integration of Tommaso Di Chio into the leadership team is anticipated to be instrumental in navigating through the intricate terrains of regulatory compliance and legal frameworks.
In his capacity as Chief Legal and Compliance Officer, Tommaso will channel his expertise and seasoned experience into supervising all of Strive’s legal affairs, both within the bounds of North America and on a global scale. His role will be pivotal in shepherding Strive’s endeavors to expand and fortify its legal and compliance departments, ensuring they are aptly equipped to steer through the challenges and capitalize on opportunities emerging as the North American igaming market progresses towards maturity.
Tommaso transitions into his new role at Strive Gaming following a distinguished nine-year tenure at Kambi, where he undertook senior legal and compliance responsibilities, eventually ascending to the position of SVP of Legal, Regulatory Affairs and Compliance, and Group Deputy General Counsel. His adeptness at harmonizing regulatory compliance with business objectives has distinguished him as a valuable asset for regulators, lawmakers, and stakeholders within the igaming industry. Moreover, Tommaso’s negotiation abilities have been rigorously vetted through his involvement in high-stake agreements among major industry entities.
The addition of Tommaso Di Chio to the Strive Gaming executive team underscores the company’s commitment to adherence with regulatory norms and legalities in the igaming space, ensuring its operations and strategies are impeccably aligned with the prevailing legal frameworks and compliance stipulations in the markets it serves. This move not only strengthens Strive’s internal capabilities but also solidifies its standing as a diligent operator in the igaming industry.
Max Meltzer, CEO at Strive Gaming, said: “The legal and regulatory landscape in North America continues to evolve at pace so it’s vital that we have a team of highly experienced specialists to help navigate these often-choppy waters.
“In Tommaso, we have the perfect person to oversee all legal and compliance activity at Strive, and to lead and grow our teams. This is an important hire for us and will help us to continue to strengthen our position as the leading PAM provider in North America and beyond.”
Tommaso Do Chio, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at Strive Gaming, added: “In our fast-changing industry, the secret sauce is balancing cool new ideas with being responsible.
“I’m all about pulling together the smarts from regulators, lawmakers and folks in the industry to make gaming not just a money-maker, but also something we can be proud of. I’m thrilled to be joining Strive Gaming on its journey – a journey that we are in together, every step of the way.”
