The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) on Tuesday announced the appointment of Kevin Mullally as its first Chief Executive Officer, a newly created role that the organization says reflects its continued growth, expanding global influence and increasingly complex regulatory agenda.
IAGR represents gaming regulatory authorities from jurisdictions worldwide and serves as the leading international forum for cross-border collaboration on critical industry issues, the association said in a press release. The creation of the Chief Executive Officer position underscores IAGR’s commitment to strengthening its operational capacity, expanding member engagement, building strategic partner relationships and deepening international cooperation among regulators, the release said.
The new role strengthens IAGR’s executive capacity while maintaining its member-led governance structure, with strategic direction set by the Board of Trustees. “Kevin brings an extraordinary depth of regulatory experience and a global perspective that aligns perfectly with IAGR’s mission,” said Ben Haden, President.
“The Board was unanimous in its excitement about bringing on a leader with Kevin’s background to guide IAGR in this newly created Chief Executive Officer role. His understanding of regulatory challenges, governance, the global industry and international collaboration will be invaluable as IAGR continues to evolve.”
Under Mullally’s leadership, IAGR will further enhance its role as a convening authority for regulators facing shared challenges, including illegal gambling, match-fixing, integrity threats, and other regulatory risks that require coordinated international action.
“IAGR’s strength lies in its members and their willingness to work together across jurisdictions,” Mullally said. “My focus is on supporting regulators by expanding collaboration, sharing practical solutions, and ensuring IAGR remains at the forefront of addressing the most critical regulatory issues worldwide.”
Mullally brings decades of senior-level experience in gaming regulation, public policy and governance. His career includes leadership roles overseeing complex regulatory systems, advancing responsible gaming frameworks, combating illegal market activity and engaging constructively with industry stakeholders while maintaining strong regulatory independence. That experience directly supports IAGR’s mission to promote effective regulation in the public interest.
In conjunction with this appointment, Mullally has also established The Mullally Group, an independent advisory firm focused on supporting governments, regulators, and institutions in the development and implementation of effective regulatory frameworks and governance practices.
As Chief Executive Officer, Mullally will build upon IAGR’s initiatives to promote regulatory innovation and the responsible adoption of new technologies that improve regulatory efficiency, enhance oversight capabilities and support data-driven decision-making. He will also expand IAGR’s educational mission by strengthening professional development programs, stakeholder engagement, research initiatives and global knowledge sharing among regulators at every stage of market development.
A key focus will be further strengthening IAGR’s role as a leading international forum for gaming regulators, particularly in regions experiencing rapid growth and regulatory evolution. That focus will be showcased at IAGR’s Annual Conference in Lima, Peru, in October, expected to be one of the year’s most significant international gaming regulatory gatherings. The conference will bring together regulators, policymakers and experts from around the world to address the most pressing regulatory issues, with
particular emphasis on the expanding momentum of gaming markets across South and Latin America.
“Lima will provide a powerful forum for regulators to engage on shared challenges, particularly as markets across Latin America expand in both scale and complexity,” Mullally said. “IAGR’s role is to bring regulators together to build effective, collaborative, and future-focused regulatory models.”