888 Holdings plc Appointment of Non-Executive Director (5841E)

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RNS Number : 5841E

888 Holdings plc

09 May 2017

888 Holdings Public Limited Company

('888', the 'Company')

Appointment of Non-Executive Director

888, one of the world's most popular online gaming entertainment and solutions providers, is pleased to announce the appointment of Zvika Zivlin as a Non-Executive Director with immediate effect.

Zvika has significant experience working with international businesses across a wide range of industries and is the Founder and Managing Partner of Tulip Capital Partners, Wells Fargo Securities' exclusive partner in Israel. In addition, Zvika currently sits on the advisory board of Infinidat Ltd., a data storage company.

The Company also confirms that, as previously announced, Amos Pickel will on 9 May 2017 step down as a Non-Executive Director of 888. Amos has served on the 888 Board since March 2006.

Zvika will serve on 888's Remuneration Committee, Nominations Committee, Audit Committee and Gaming Compliance Committee.

Brian Mattingley, Non-Executive Chairman of 888, said:

"We are delighted to welcome Zvika to the 888 Board. I am confident that his skill set and broad experience will be of considerable benefit to 888 as we continue to grow and develop as a global leader in online gaming.

"I would like to take this opportunity to thank Amos for his significant contribution to the Board over the past 11 years. Amos has brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to 888 throughout a period of significant growth for the Company and we wish him well in his future endeavours."

Further information concerning Zvika Zivlin (aged 52)

In accordance with LR 9.6.15 of the Listing Rules, the Company confirms that there is no information to be disclosed pursuant to LR 9.6.13 with respect to Zvika Zivlin.

Contacts and enquiries:

 
 888                         [phone] 
 Itai Frieberger, Chief 
  Executive Officer 
 Aviad Kobrine, Chief 
  Financial Officer 
 
 Hudson Sandler (Financial   [e-mail] or 
  PR)                         [phone] 
 Alex Brennan / Bertie 
  Berger / Hattie O'Reilly 
 
 

Notes to Editors:

888 Holdings Public Limited Company (888) is one of the world's most popular online gaming entertainment and solutions providers. 888's mission is to supply its customers with innovative and market-leading online gaming products, above all in a safe and secure environment.

888 has been at the forefront of the online gaming industry since foundation in 1997, providing to players and B2B partners an always innovative and world-class online gaming experience. At the heart of 888's business is its proprietary gaming technology and associated platforms.

The Group is structured into two lines of business: B2C, under the 888 brands, and B2B, conducted through Dragonfish, which provides partners a leading platform through which to establish an online gaming presence and monetise their own brands.

888's consumer facing websites offer more than just online gaming. They are entertainment destinations: places where people can enjoy a truly interactive experience and be part of an online community that shares common interests. 888's strong and trusted brands are all accessible through www.888.com.

Find out more about 888 at http://corporate.888.com/.

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