GLI Names Otto South Africa GM

GLI has promoted Pierre Otto (l.), a longtime executive with extensive experience in the African gaming industry, to general manager, South Africa.

GLI Names Otto South Africa GM

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has promoted Pierre Otto to general manager, South Africa, subject to regulatory approval.

Otto has been with GLI since 2017, most recently serving as senior engineering manager. Previously, he served as engineering manager and as compliance and quality manager.

Otto has a long and diverse history in the African gaming industry, with experience on the supplier and operator sides of the industry. Prior to joining GLI, he served as senior sales manager at Scientific Games, operations director for WMS Gaming Africa, and various technical roles at Sun International properties, culminating in the position of technical manager at the Carousel Casino.

“We are thrilled to have Pierre leading our South Africa team,” said Devon Dalbock, chief operating officer, EMEA for GLI. “His diverse range of experience is incredibly valuable, both to our clients and to our employees. He is a proven leader with the knowledge, skill and vision to help our clients successfully navigate the industry’s exciting future across Africa.”