Howe leaves FanDuel, Genetski named CEO
- Flutter Entertainment has replaced FanDuel chief executive Amy Howe with company president Christian Genetski, effective May 6, 2026.
- The announcement also confirms Dan Taylor, CEO of Flutter’s international division, takes on the newly created role of President of Flutter Entertainment.
- The leadership changes land hours before Flutter’s Q1 2026 earnings release, with the company’s stock down more than half its value year-to-date.
Flutter Entertainment has replaced FanDuel chief executive Amy Howe with company president Christian Genetski, the company announced on May 6, 2026.
The transition ends Howe’s tenure at the helm of the US’s largest online sportsbook after more than five years in the role. Flutter also used the announcement to confirm a wider leadership restructure at group level.
Howe’s departure
Howe departs as one of the most prominent female executives in US gaming. A former executive at Live Nation Entertainment and McKinsey, she took a public stance on responsible gaming throughout her tenure, refusing to advertise inside college stadiums and declining NIL partnerships with college athletes.
CNBC named her a 2026 Changemaker in February, and she spoke at the Changemakers Summit in New York on April 16.
Peter Jackson, Group CEO of Flutter Entertainment, paid tribute to her contribution in the official announcement:
“I would like to thank Amy for her contribution to Flutter and FanDuel and recognize the impact she has had on the business since joining in 2021. During this time, FanDuel has experienced periods of strong performance alongside meaningful change and transformation. We wish her every success for the future.”
Amy Howe, outgoing CEO of FanDuel, said:
“It has been a privilege to lead FanDuel over the past five years. I’m incredibly proud of the business we’ve built and the talented team behind it. Together, we have established a clear leadership position in the market, strengthened our product and brand, and built strong foundations for future growth.”
Genetski takes charge
Christian Genetski has served as FanDuel president since 2022, overseeing corporate strategy, business development, strategic partnerships, and the company’s legal, regulatory and government affairs functions. He joined the company in 2015 as chief legal officer, navigating the regulatory challenges that helped legalize daily fantasy sports in more than 20 states.
Genetski played a pivotal role in unlocking sports betting across the United States, working closely with legislators, regulators and industry counterparts to build the framework that underpins FanDuel’s current market position. In 2024, he was elected to the SBC Sports Betting Hall of Fame.
Jackson expressed confidence in the incoming leadership in the same statement:
“I’m delighted that Christian will lead the business. He has a strong track record at FanDuel and deep market knowledge, and we are confident he will build momentum and continue strengthening FanDuel’s position as the leading online sportsbook and iGaming operator in the US. He will work closely with Dan, who brings extensive global industry and commercial expertise to his new role. We remain focused on delivering Flutter’s strategy and converting our scale, technology and customer offering into sustained, profitable growth.”
The announcement also confirmed a structural change at group level. Dan Taylor, CEO of Flutter’s international division, takes on the newly created role of President of Flutter Entertainment, retaining oversight of the international business.
Taylor has been with the group for over a decade, holding senior leadership positions across multiple markets and brands. In the expanded role, he will be responsible for the commercial delivery of Flutter’s global brand portfolio, working closely with Jackson and leadership teams across the organization.
Stock under pressure
Flutter Entertainment shares fell roughly 2.5% on Wednesday afternoon following the news. The stock has lost more than half its value so far this year, continuing a decline that has seen the share price drop roughly 65% from its peak over the past 12 months, driven by investor concern over competition from prediction market platforms and wider consumer spending pressures.
In February, Flutter issued 2026 guidance that missed Wall Street expectations. FanDuel also lost market share over the past year to rivals including Hard Rock International and Fanatics, according to data from researcher Eilers & Krejcik Gaming.
Jackson acknowledged the underperformance following February’s earnings release. Speaking to CNBC, he said:
“We saw some slightly softer performance in Q4, and we’re reflecting that in the guidance we’re putting in place for this year.”
He also acknowledged the company should have spent more aggressively on promotions and marketing in a competitive environment.
Prediction markets push
The transition arrives as Flutter commits heavily to prediction markets. FanDuel Predicts launched in Q4 2025, offering sports contracts in 18 states and non-sports contracts across all 50 states. Flutter has guided investment in the platform toward the top of its $200m–$300m range for 2026.
Investors have questioned whether the product will generate new revenue or simply absorb volume from the traditional sportsbook business, compounding the pressure on Flutter’s stock.
Flutter’s disappointing 2026 forecast and rising competition from Hard Rock and Fanatics set the backdrop for the change. Genetski now takes charge of the US market leader at a pivotal moment. His ability to execute the loyalty program rollout due before the end of Q2, scale FanDuel Predicts, and recover lost market share will define the early shape of his tenure.
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Bianca Máthe
Bianca Mathe joined the iGaming industry in 2018 and has since built extensive experience across multiple verticals, working with international gaming organizations on editorial, marketing, and media strategy. She brings a strong understanding of the regulatory, commercial, and technological forces shaping the global iGaming sector.
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