Gibraltar-based Internet gambling operator PartyGaming has appointed Per Widerstrom to the position of chief operating officer, effective immediately. The position is a new one for the company.

Prior to joining PartyGaming, Widerstrom served as CEO and director of Mangas Gaming Malta Limited. Widerstrom also worked for Expekt.com Limited, as the company's CEO and director; Kyivstar GSM as vice president and COO; Telenor Mobile Sweden as CEO; and Coca-Cola as operational marketing and business development director.

"I am delighted that we have secured the services of such an internationally experienced and multi-disciplined executive as our chief operating officer," said PartyGaming CEO Jim Ryan. "Per will report directly to me and will be primarily responsible for driving growth across the PartyGaming brands. He has a great track record for leading business operations and delivering results. I'm confident he will be a great asset for PartyGaming as we push ahead with our strategic plan."

By Staff