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VIP Play, Inc., a technology-driven leader in interactive consumer engagement, announced the appointment of John Dermody as Chief Transformation & Revenue Officer. This strategic hire reinforces the company’s focus on scaling digital platforms and enhancing revenue strategies.
John Dermody appointed Chief Transformation & Revenue Officer at VIP Play.
Brings 20+ years of experience from Caesars, Stride, and Las Vegas Sands.
Will lead go-to-market strategy, revenue operations, and customer acquisition.
Aims to drive digital transformation and personalized user experiences.
VIP Play (OTCQB: VIPZ) stock price at $0.285 on July 15, 2025.
Aligns with recent executive hires to bolster innovation.
John Dermody, with over two decades of experience in high-growth environments, joins VIP Play to spearhead its go-to-market strategy, revenue operations, customer acquisition, and transformation initiatives. His past roles at Caesars, Stride, and Las Vegas Sands involved leading enterprise-wide transformations and driving commercial innovation. “John’s appointment marks a major milestone in our evolution,” said Les Ottolenghi, CEO of VIP Play, Inc. “His track record of aligning growth strategies with operational transformation will be critical as we scale our digital platforms, diversify revenue, and create richer, more personalized user experiences.”
Dermody’s leadership will focus on leveraging data, design, and technology to enhance VIP Play’s interactive entertainment offerings. “VIP Play, Inc. is at the forefront of an exciting movement—where data, design, and consumer engagement intersect,” said Dermody. His expertise in sustainable revenue scaling and customer-centric innovation aligns with VIP Play’s mission to revolutionize entertainment through next-generation technology.
The appointment follows VIP Play’s strategic executive hires, including Les Ottolenghi as CEO on June 18, 2025, and Scott McBride as Chief Design Officer on July 8, 2025, both with ties to Caesars and Stride. This pattern, noted in posts on X, highlights VIP Play’s focus on assembling a seasoned leadership team to drive growth. Dermody’s background in gaming and technology complements these efforts, positioning the company for expansion in digital platforms.
VIP Play, Inc. is pioneering the future of mobile sports wagering. Operating its proprietary technology platform in Tennessee and holding an interim iGaming and mobile sports–betting license in West Virginia, the company delivers a modern sportsbook with unique wager offerings, sweepstakes contests, and social features. VIP Play's cloud–native architecture and AI–driven product roadmap enable secure, data–centric experiences that delight players and uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance and responsible gaming.
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