Leading iGaming and sports betting operator BetMGM has announced a significant leadership update, promoting former Chief Product Officer Jarrod Schwarz to the newly established position of Chief Operating Officer.
This strategic move consolidates several key operational departments under a single executive, signaling the company’s focus on enhancing efficiency and driving its next phase of growth in the competitive North American market.
In his expanded capacity as COO, Schwarz will assume comprehensive oversight of BetMGM’s product development, customer operations, technology infrastructure, and trading divisions.
This integration is designed to foster a more cohesive strategy, ensuring that all facets of the business work in unison to deliver a superior and seamless user experience for its growing customer base. The creation of this role reflects BetMGM’s maturation as an industry leader and its commitment to refining its internal structure for sustained success.
Schwarz brings a wealth of high-level experience from globally recognized technology and media companies to his new role.
Before joining BetMGM, he dedicated over seven years to The Walt Disney Company, where he was a pivotal member of the team that successfully launched the ESPN+ direct-to-consumer streaming service.
This background provided him with invaluable expertise in building and scaling digital products for mass audiences. Prior to his tenure at Disney, Schwarz spent six years at the e-commerce giant eBay, further honing his skills in digital platform management and technology.
The promotion has been met with strong endorsement from BetMGM’s executive leadership, who view Schwarz’s track record as essential to the company’s future ambitions.
His proven ability to lead complex product and technology initiatives is seen as a critical asset as BetMGM continues to innovate its sports betting and online casino offerings.
The appointment reinforces the operator’s strategy of leveraging top-tier talent to solidify its position as a dominant force in the digital gaming landscape.
Adam Greenblatt, CEO of BetMGM:
Jarrod has been an integral part of our incredible team, building BetMGM into one of the most recognisable and successful brands in sports betting and igaming. He has consistently demonstrated strong leadership, strategic thinking and a deep understanding of our business. I’m confident that this change will ensure we continue to deliver exceptional products and experiences to our players.
Jarrod Schwarz, COO of BetMGM:
I’m grateful for the opportunity to step into this role. It’s a privilege to continue the incredible journey we’ve been on at BetMGM, building on our momentum in sports betting and igaming. Together with our exceptionally talented team, I look forward to pushing the boundaries of innovation and strengthening our position as a market leader.
