Etienne Azzopardi Appointed Interim Managing Director at Swintt
Swintt has confirmed a leadership transition at the top of the company, appointing Etienne Azzopardi as interim managing director as it continues to reshape its C-level structure following the departure of chief executive David Mann.
Azzopardi steps into the interim role after more than four years with the fast-growing software provider, during which time he has played a central role in shaping Swintt’s operational framework, product roadmap, and international expansion strategy. He joined the company in August 2021 as director of operations before being promoted to chief operating officer in February 2022.
Since then, Azzopardi has overseen a broad remit spanning operational management, market licensing, game certification, and product delivery. His tenure has coincided with a period of sustained geographic growth for Swintt, including the company’s entry into its 13th regulated market last year with its launch in Italy a notable milestone for a provider founded in 2019.
Continuity during a period of transition
In his new position, Azzopardi will retain responsibility for Swintt’s operational functions while also assuming leadership over future product strategy, market expansion initiatives, and internal team development. The appointment is intended to provide stability and continuity as the company moves through its next phase following the exit of its former CEO.
Swintt indicated that Azzopardi’s familiarity with the business and hands-on experience across multiple operational areas made him a natural choice to guide the company on an interim basis. His role will include coordinating new client launches, managing ongoing product development, and supporting the company’s commercial growth across regulated jurisdictions.
Building on recent momentum
Under David Mann’s leadership, Swintt evolved from a start-up studio into a recognised B2B supplier, distributing its portfolio of slot content across a growing number of regulated markets. The company has focused on building scalable distribution partnerships while expanding both its premium and select game ranges.
Azzopardi acknowledged the foundations laid during that period and said his focus will be on extending the company’s reach while maintaining the operational discipline required to support growth in increasingly competitive markets.
He noted that Swintt’s recent expansion has been driven by a combination of regulatory readiness, product consistency, and strong execution elements he plans to carry forward as interim managing director.
Looking ahead
The appointment comes at a time when many suppliers are reassessing leadership structures to balance innovation with operational efficiency. For Swintt, placing an internal executive with deep institutional knowledge into the interim role signals an emphasis on continuity rather than strategic reset.
As reviewed by iGaming News Today, Azzopardi’s promotion reflects a broader industry pattern in which companies prioritise experienced operators during leadership transitions, particularly as regulatory complexity and market competition continue to intensify.
Swintt has not indicated a timeline for appointing a permanent managing director, but the company said it remains focused on expanding its portfolio, strengthening commercial partnerships, and entering additional regulated markets as it moves into its next stage of development.
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