Peter Jackson

Peter Jackson

Group CEO
Flutter Entertainment

Peter Jackson is Group CEO of Flutter Entertainment, one of the biggest names in the gaming industry. With a banking background, Peter leveraged his experience when entering the industry. Under his stewardship, Flutter has become a hugely influential, award-winning brand and has increased its dominance by expanding into the US iGaming market.

Career

Flutter
Group CEO
Flutter
2019 - present
Paddy Power Betfair PLC
Director
Paddy Power Betfair PLC
2013 - 2018
Worldpay
UK Chief Executive Officer
Worldpay
2017 - 2018
Banco Santander
Head of Innovation
Banco Santander
2016 - 2017
Travelex
Chief Executive Officer
Travelex
2010 - 2015

Education

Pembroke College logo
Pembroke College, Cambridge
Bachelor's in Manufacturing Engineering
1995 - 1999

Major Achievements

Following Paddy Power Betfair’s rebrand as Flutter Entertainment in 2018, Peter Jackson retained his role as CEO.

This led to an uptick in performance for the company, with Flutter’s recreational customer base growth driving 27% revenue growth in 2022. 

In 2023, Flutter also reported revenue growth of $9.21bn for the year ending December 2022, and a reported 25% revenue increase in March 2024. 

Peter also engineered the acquisitions of Snaitech and a 56% stake in Brazilian company NSX Group, worth over €2.6bn combined, leading to The Irish Times naming him Business Person of the Month for September 2024

Awards & Recognition

Recognition for great work and notable influence in the industry is always well received, and Peter Jackson’s work has been recognized industry-wide.

In addition to being awarded The Irish Times’ Business Person of the Month for September 2024 and Business & Finance’s Business Person of the Month for December 2024, Flutter has enjoyed many accolades under Jackson’s leadership.

Flutter-owned FanDuel won Digital Operator of the Year at the 2022 Global Gaming Awards in Las Vegas. Paddy Power also scooped Retail Operator of the Year at London’s 2023 Global Gaming Awards.

Career Highlights

With a background in banking, Peter Jackson was the CEO of Travelex between 2010 and 2015, before being hired by Banco Santander as Head of Innovation, eventually becoming UK CEO of WorldPay in 2017. 

He made his start in the industry when he joined Paddy Power Betfair as a Non-Executive Director, eventually becoming CEO in January 2018.

Following the rebrand to Flutter Entertainment, Jackson retained his role as CEO, guiding the company to new levels of success, with the company predicting a 23% revenue rise in 2025. 

In Their Own Words

I think the most important thing we can do to maintain our leadership position in America is to continue to have the best product in the market.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Peter Jackson? 

A: Peter Jackson is the current CEO of Flutter Entertainment. With a background in banking and finance, Peter moved into the gaming industry when he became Non-Executive Director of Paddy Power Betfair, eventually becoming CEO. 

Q: When did Peter Jackson become CEO of Flutter Entertainment?

A: Peter Jackson served as CEO of Paddy Power Betfair from 2018 until 2019, when the company rebranded as Flutter Entertainment, and he has served as CEO since.

Q: What has Peter Jackson achieved at Flutter Entertainment?

A: During Peter Jackson’s tenure, Flutter has experienced strong financial growth, as well as winning multiple awards in the process.

Q: What skills has Peter Jackson brought to Flutter?

A: With a background in banking, Peter Jackson has brought strong financial acumen and an understanding of revenue-driven business.

Q: What does Flutter’s future hold under Peter Jackson?

A: Based on the strong upward trajectory and revenue growth Flutter has registered since Peter took over as CEO, the future looks promising for more growth and success for Flutter.

References

  1. Global Gaming Awards – Las Vegas 2022 (Global Gaming Awards)