GamCare, the UK’s leading provider of support for gambling-related issues, was excited to disclose the appointment of Mark Weiss as the organisation’s new Deputy CEO. He will assume his new position in the field of responsible gambling against the backdrop of a dynamically changing industry.
As GamCare noted in its press release, the charity will benefit from his decade-long expertise in health policy and communications. Apart from serving as the new Deputy CEO, Mark Weiss will preserve his position as Director of Communications and External Affairs, a role he has assumed since 2022. Weiss played a pivotal role in monitoring GamCare’s response to the government’s Gambling White Paper.
The charity did not fail to underline Weiss’ wealth of professional experience. His outstanding leadership in several areas is regarded as an invaluable asset to the organisation’s goals. In the times of COVID-19, he held an instrumental role in policy and public affairs for anaesthesia during the pandemic.
Additionally, he held a position at the UK Faculty of Public Health in the Policy and External Affairs department for more than seven years. Among his achievements were several eminent legal modifications and policy undertakings.
GamCare’s Appointment of Mark Weiss as Deputy CEO Demonstrates Commitment to Proactive Leadership
In his new role as Deputy CEO of GamCare, Mark Weiss will enter into close collaboration with Margot Daly, Executive Chair of the organisation. As GamCare noted, he will “act as ambassador”, helping to boost the image of the charity and all people who reach out for help.
Mr Weiss commented on his new role, highlighting the substantial impact of the organisation’s services in terms of prevention and treatment of gambling harms. He also said he looked forward to cooperating with third-sector partners, the NHS, GambleAware, and the Government. This collaboration would bring about the proper implementation of “the next chapter of gambling support in Britain”.
Margot Daly, Executive Chair of GamCare, also shared her thoughts on Mark Weiss’ appointment. She said she was delighted to welcome him as GamCare’s new Deputy CEO and underlined his genuine involvement with the organization’s mission to assist people affected by gambling harm and promote prevention programmes.
As CasinoGuardian reported last month, GamCare revealed that the National Gambling Helpline received 52,370 calls and online chats in 2023, representing a 24% increase compared to 2022. December 2023 was the busiest month recorded ever, with a 39% increase in communications compared to the same month of the previous year. With the new CEO’s wealth of experience in health policy and communications, GamCare would achieve substantial success in providing a safer gambling environment and professional support to problem gamblers.
With the forthcoming changes in the gambling domain in 2024, the appointment of Mark Weiss as Deputy CEO manifests the organization’s dedication to proactive leadership and commitment to all individuals affected by gambling harm.
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Daniel Williams
