Lee Fenton out as Bally’s CEO, replaced by Robeson Reeves

February 13, 2023 4:41 PM
  • Rege Behe, CDC Gaming Reports
February 13, 2023 4:41 PM
  • Rege Behe, CDC Gaming Reports

Lee Fenton’s tenure as Bally’s CEO is ending after less than a year and a half.

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The Rhode Island-based gaming operator Monday announced that Fenton is stepping down and will be replaced Robeson Reeves, president-interactive, effective March 31, 2023.

Fenton was appointed CEO in October 2021 following Bally’s acquisition of the U.K.-based Gamesys, where he had served as CEO since 2015. He also is stepping down from Bally’s board of directors.

“On behalf of the board of directors, I want to thank Lee for his excellent leadership and valuable contributions to Bally’s,” said Bally’s Chairman Soo Kim in a statement. “Lee has led Bally’s through the effective integration of Gamesys, leaving us well positioned for future growth. During his time, he also established the purpose and values of what is now an integrated Bally’s group. We look forward to building on what Lee has helped develop, and we wish him all the best in his next chapter.”

“I want to thank Soo and the rest of the Board for my time at Bally’s and for the work through the transition to Robeson’s leadership,” Fenton said. “Bally’s is an extraordinary business with extraordinary people, and I want to thank each and every one of them for the support they have shown me and the commitment they continue to bring to the business.

“It is particularly special for me to be able to hand the reigns to Robeson with whom I have worked for over 14 years. Robeson is a unique talent and the time is right for him to lead Bally’s.”

Before joining Bally’s, Reeves served as Gamesys’ chief operating officer and director of gaming operations.

“I am excited to have Robeson succeed Lee as CEO,” Soo said. “Robeson has an extraordinary mind and the drive required to excel as he takes the helm. Robeson has been a member of the board since the Gamesys acquisition, and his appointment represents the board’s commitment to the development of the very best talent at Bally’s.”

“I am honored to lead Bally’s and grateful for the support and confidence shown in me by my fellow board members,” Reeves said in a statement. “We are a unique company with a robust core and an extraordinary set of opportunities ahead of us. I look forward to working hard with my Executive Team and all our teams to take those opportunities and maximize our growth.”