T
he UK’s incoming National Lottery operator has employed famend media govt Andria Vidler to the top its British operations because it prepares to take over the licence subsequent February.
Ms Vidler – the previous boss of music label EMI within the UK and Ireland and a board director at William Hill proprietor 888 – will take the put up on October 1.
She succeeds Allwyn group chief govt Robert Chvatal, who has been performing within the function on an interim foundation alongside his wider tasks.
Andria’s expertise of creating and managing compelling manufacturers, content material and campaigns that join with audiences in a fast-changing digital atmosphere made her the best selection
Allwyn gained the contract for the National Lottery from earlier operator Camelot final yr after the Gambling Commission awarded a five-year licence to the agency.
The Czech firm, beforehand often known as Sazka, runs lotteries in Austria, Italy and Greece.
Allwyn acquired Camelot UK earlier this yr, closing a bitter authorized wrangle between the companies after the Gambling Commission resolution, though the 2 firms are persevering with to function individually.
Ms Vidler has held senior positions in a raft of media companies, most lately as regional chief govt of worldwide advertising manufacturing enterprise Tag Worldwide, but additionally beforehand at Capital Radio, Bauer Media and the BBC.
She can also be a non-executive director at playing large 888, however will step down from that put up on September 30.
Mr Chvatal stated: “Andria’s experience of developing and managing compelling brands, content and campaigns that connect with audiences in a fast-changing digital environment made her the ideal choice for our new CEO.
“In her new role, she will not only be able to draw on the great talent we have in the UK but also all the advantages of the powerful Allwyn Group platform.”
Ms Vidler added: “This is such an exciting opportunity to ensure the National Lottery, a hugely loved UK brand that delivers immense benefits to society, is in the best shape possible for the future.”
