FanDuel appoints Keith Whyte as responsible gaming strategic advisor

• FanDuel names Keith Whyte as strategic advisor for responsible gaming during Responsible Gaming Education Month.
• Whyte brings over 30 years of experience, including 25 years as executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling.
• Whyte will guide FanDuel’s responsible gaming strategy, advocacy, partnerships, and related programmes.

FanDuel announces the appointment of Keith Whyte as its responsible gaming strategic advisor. The announcement coincides with September’s Responsible Gaming Education Month.

Whyte, a veteran with over 30 years of experience in the field, will provide insights to enhance FanDuel’s responsible gaming initiatives and culture. Whyte’s role includes advising on strategy and programmes, identifying advocacy opportunities, advancing partnerships, and leading events to promote responsible gaming.

He will also contribute to FanDuel’s Trusted Voices: Conversations About Betting programme, which educates parents, guardians, and coaches on discussing gambling risks with young people.

Keith Whyte is founder and president of Safer Gambling Strategies LLC and previously served as executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling for over 25 years. His extensive knowledge and strong industry relationships are expected to significantly bolster FanDuel’s responsible gaming efforts.

“We are honored to have Keith Whyte join our team as a strategic advisor for our responsible gaming programming,” said Cory Fox, FanDuel’s Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Sustainability.

“At FanDuel, we are committed to elevating the industry standard for Responsible Gaming. We’re excited to welcome Keith to our Responsible Gaming team and are confident his experience and subject matter knowledge will further strengthen our leadership in this space.”

“FanDuel has consistently demonstrated industry leading commitment to Responsible Gaming, and I’ve long admired their proactive approach,” said Keith Whyte.

“I’m thrilled to join the team and contribute my experience to further advancing FanDuel’s efforts in promoting safe and responsible play.”

FanDuel’s responsible gaming measures also include tools like the My Spend dashboard and Real-Time Check-In feature, helping customers manage their gambling activity responsibly. The company aims to foster a safer gambling environment across its platforms and states where it operates.