Tabcorp Strengthens Board with Appointment of Telecommunications Expert Vivian Stewart
Vivian Stewart Joins Tabcorp Board as Non-Executive Director
Tabcorp has recently announced the appointment of Vivian Stewart to its board as a non-executive director. Stewart brings a wealth of experience, especially in the telecommunications and technology fields, providing valuable insight to the Australian company’s leadership team.
Telecommunications and Technology Expertise to Boost Tabcorp
With a strong background in telecommunications and technology, Stewart’s addition is seen as a strategic move for Tabcorp. These sectors are integral to the company’s operations, and Stewart’s expertise is expected to enhance the board’s ability to guide the business effectively.
The formal appointment is pending regulatory approvals, with Stewart anticipated to begin his role on November 1 once all clearances are obtained.
Currently, Stewart serves as a non-executive director at Superloop and has prior experience with organizations such as Callafin Partners and Bigtincan.
His appointment fills one of two board vacancies left by the recent departures of Bruce Akhurst and Justin Milne. Notably, Brett Chenoweth took over as chair a year ago when Akhurst stepped down.
Welcoming a Strategic Asset to the Board
Brett Chenoweth, Tabcorp’s chair, expressed enthusiasm about Stewart joining the board. He described Stewart as a highly capable director whose deep understanding of telecommunications and technology is crucial, given their significance to Tabcorp’s business model.
Chenoweth highlighted that Stewart’s commercial acumen and sector-specific knowledge will be vital as Tabcorp pursues innovation and enhances its product offerings, underscoring the company’s anticipation for his contributions.
Calls for Tighter Regulations on Gambling Advertisements
In related news, Elmer Funke Kupper, a former Tabcorp chief executive, has called for stricter regulations surrounding gambling advertisements in Australia. He urged the government to strengthen consumer protections against the potentially harmful influence of such advertising.
This appeal comes amid reports revealing that approximately 600,000 Australian teenagers aged 12 to 17 engaged in gambling activities over the past year, despite existing laws that prohibit underage gambling in the country.
