AK Wagers, an emerging contender in the realm of gambling, has appointed Joe Lee as their new Chief of Strategy and Operations. Lee is a familiar face in the betting arena, having dedicated over six years to refining his expertise at Paddy Power Betfair, where he occupied pivotal roles such as Head of Product Development and Head of United Kingdom and Ireland operations.
AK Wagers, which initially launched in Killarney in July 2021 with a concentration on equestrian racing, aspires to make a significant impact. Despite a challenging commencement with a minor deficit on their inaugural day, they have handled over 70,000 wagers in their first year and have recently broadened their scope with a web platform and mobile application.
Lee’s background, which encompasses periods at Sportsbet, Matchbook Betting Exchange, and One-Zero, positions him as a valuable resource for AK Wagers. He is enthusiastic about returning to a startup setting and perceives a genuine prospect for disruptors like AK Wagers to contend with the established entities in the sector.
Anthony Kaminskas, formerly employed alongside Lee in a senior capacity managing horse racing risk and overseeing greyhound racing operations at Paddy Power, has established AK Bets.
