Poker made up 69 per cent to Amaya revenues in this year's first quarter, compared to 75 per cent a year earlier. 'As we undergo this transformation, we look to embrace the future of our business while also recognizing the incredible consumer goodwill and loyalty associated with our primary brand,' he said Friday during a conference call.Īshkenazi, who replaced founding CEO David Baazov last year, has been beefing up Amaya's management team, paying down debt and reducing its exposure to professional online-poker players. after shareholders give their approval next month and move its head office after it hires a replacement for its chief financial officer, who has announced his retirement.Ĭhief executive Rafi Ashkenazi said the company is making the changes as it continues to grow and alter its gaming mix. Montreal-based Amaya says it will become The Stars Group Inc.
The owner of PokerStars and other online gaming businesses is changing its corporate name and relocating to Toronto as it continues to evolve after facing tough times last year.
