Jon Bowden has joined PlayStar as Chief Marketing Officer in a move that the online casino brand asserted will “prove vital in our mission to disrupt the US market”.
Upon joining the company, he will be tasked with building and leading the marketing team covering brand, CRM and acquisition, as well as creating and deploying the group’s launch strategy in the Garden State and beyond as the operator enters additional states.
Further responsibilities include delivering across marketing technology, partnerships and initiatives as part of efforts to be highly targeted in its approach to marketing and wider acquisition and retention strategies.
“PlayStar has something different to offer to the US market and those wanting to enjoy the fun and excitement of online casino,” Bowden noted.
“I firmly believe that with its mission statement, incredible team and powerful USPs that PlayStar is set up for success and I am truly honoured to play such an integral role in the launch of this new brand.”
Previously, Bowden has held senior branding, marketing and advertising roles at the likes of Entain, Rank Group, Gala Coral and Ladbrokes.
He joins from the former, where he was Brand Director for Gala and where he managed the P&Ls for Gala Bingo, Gala Spins and Gala Casino. Prior to that, he held the same position for the Foxy brand.
Per Hellberg, CEO at PlayStar, said: “Jon is one of the most experienced marketers in the industry and his appointment as PlayStar CMO will undoubtedly prove vital in our mission to disrupt the US market.
“The US market is ferociously competitive, so as a brand we need to be heard above the noise and ensure that we engage with players from day one.
“Jon certainly has what it takes to help us achieve this, and I look forward to working with him as we ready for launch in New Jersey and other regulated states.”