Dabble begins search for new CTO following Scott Hutchens' departure

Dabble has officially commenced the selection process for a new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) following Scott Hutchens' decision to leave the role he held since July 2020. Hutchens, a co-founder of the company, will remain a member of the technical team but will no longer have executive responsibilities. This transition marks the first significant change in Dabble's executive structure since December 2024.

Profile and Legacy of Scott Hutchens at Dabble

Scott Hutchens joined Dabble with prior experience as global CTO for corporate brands at Flight Centre Travel Group, a role he held between 2016 and 2018. He also served as CTO and later Chief Information Officer at Ladbrokes Australia — a subsidiary of Entain — between 2012 and 2015, managing critical systems within the Australian gaming sector. Since joining Dabble, Hutchens led the technological architecture during the operator's expansion into the UK in 2025 and the entry into the daily fantasy sports (DFS) vertical in the United States.

"We own our technology end-to-end, with a scalable architecture that gives us an edge. We are looking for a CTO to drive our technology strategy, engineering capability, and platform reliability," according to the job description released by Dabble.

New Phase: Search and Requirements for the CTO

Dabble has posted an opening to find Hutchens' successor. Although the position is open to all Australian locations, preference will be given to candidates residing in Melbourne or Brisbane. The compensation package amounts to 350,000 AUD plus benefits, with room for flexibility based on profile.

Main responsibilities for the future CTO include:

• Leading the technological strategy and execution
• Ensuring resilience, security, and performance of the platform
• Converting technological investment into tangible results
• Being a member of the executive team and collaborating directly with the CEO and the board of directors

The company emphasizes the importance of a CTO capable of scaling technology businesses and turning innovation into sustainable competitive advantage, rather than merely winning headlines. The role is also expected to balance the long-term vision of architecture with agile decision-making to maintain system reliability for clients and operators.

International Growth and Key Licenses

Since January 2025, Dabble has held an online casino license in the UK, granted by the Gambling Commission, which allowed the launch of its sports betting product in that market in May 2025. In the United States, the company operates DFS following its debut in Colorado, making it the 31st state where it offers this vertical.

The company’s goal is substantial: Dabble aims to have a presence in 30 markets by 2030, reflecting a strategy of accelerated expansion and product diversification detailed in the /b2b section.

More Changes: Search for Head of CRM and Executive Structure

In parallel to the technological restructuring, Dabble is also looking to incorporate a new Head of CRM, responsible for leading customer experience management teams across various markets. Strengthening the engagement area responds to the priority of optimizing user retention and value in the different territories where the company operates.

Hutchens’ departure comes after the appointment of Brenden Varcoe as Chief Strategy and Commercial Officer in December 2024, another significant movement in the executive team. The selection process is supported by Arnold Ash, a firm associated with EGR as a partner specializing in executive recruitment for the digital gaming industry.

Competitive Context and Technological Challenges Facing Dabble

Dabble competes in a saturated environment with operators of global scale. The emphasis on internal ownership and development of technology — without relying on external vendors for critical product elements — is the operator's central argument for positioning itself advantageously. The upcoming choice of CTO, with the ability to balance pragmatism and scalability, will be crucial for the competitive future of the brand.