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, a leading gaming and betting company in the UK, is set to part ways with its chief executive officer . Speaking on his departure, Woodhams said that he “loved every second” of his time at the helm of the operator. He is set to end his time as CEO on Friday.

Seven Years in Racing Is Equivalent to 70 Years in a Normal Job Woodhams joined the Fitzdares family in July 2018, becoming CEO of one of the oldest bookmakers in the world. Fitzdares has been taking bets since 1882 and has cemented a strong position, especially among fans of horse races. Prior to joining Fitzdaes, Woodhams served brand fame agency Mission as a board member.



Before that, he had a three-year stint with French Connection, a global fashion retailer. Earlier still, he served luxury leader LVMH as sales and marketing manager for almost six years. During his almost seven-year tenure as CEO of Fitzdares, Woodhams doubled down on horseracing betting, relishing in the dynamic ecosystem.

Reflecting on his time with the bookmaker, he said that “ ” – . As CEO, he was responsible for getting the company through many difficulties, including the advent of COVID-19 and the economic and political instability in its aftermath. As if that wasn’t enough, the racing sector has been dealing with significant regulatory headwinds in the wake of the Gambling Act white paper.

Woodhams’ Departure Ends His Family’s Relationship with Racing Woodhams, who loved every second of his time as CEO of Fitzdares, said that, .

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