Bragg names Morten Tonnesen interim CEO as Matevž Mazij shifts to advisor
Change effective 6 November 2026 as Tonnesen moves from COO; Mazij becomes Strategic Advisor.
Key Takeaways
- Morten Tonnesen was appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer of Bragg Gaming Group effective 6 November 2026.
- Matevž Mazij shifted from Chief Executive Officer to Strategic Advisor with immediate effect and will carry no day-to-day management duties.
- Tonnesen joined bragg as Chief Operating Officer in March 2026 and brings more than 17 years of industry leadership.
- Bragg’s board prioritised disciplined execution, balance sheet strength, operating cash flow and technology, content and services development.
Bragg Gaming Group appointed Morten Tonnesen Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective 6 November 2026, and moved Matevž Mazij from Chief Executive Officer into the Strategic Advisor role with immediate effect. Tonnesen will assume responsibility for the company’s day-to-day operations and report to the board of directors.
Leadership change and roles
Morten Tonnesen has served as Chief Operating Officer since joining bragg in March 2026 and steps up as Interim Chief Executive Officer on 6 November 2026. The board described Tonnesen as bringing more than 17 years of leadership experience across B2C and B2B iGaming, sports betting and technology, including founding, building and exiting businesses and scaling teams.
As Strategic Advisor, Matevž Mazij will provide guidance to the board on strategic matters and support continuity with the company’s key stakeholders. The role is explicitly advisory and carries no day-to-day management responsibility. Mazij founded Oryx Gaming, which Bragg acquired in 2018, and had served as the company’s Chief Executive Officer since August 2023. He previously served on the board from February 2021 to July 2026.
Background and board priorities
The board signalled a focus on disciplined execution, balance sheet strength, operating cash flow and continued development and deployment of technology, content and services. Matt Davey, Chair of the Board at bragg, thanked Mazij for his service and for founding Oryx and integrating it into the group.
“On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Matevž for his service as Chief Executive Officer and for everything he has built at bragg,” said Matt Davey, Chair of the Board at bragg.
Tonnesen’s résumé highlights a mix of B2C and B2B roles: he co‑founded and exited sports betting operator BetWarrior, spent six years at PokerStars, served as Chief Commercial Officer at Shape Games (subsequently sold to Kambi) and was Chief Growth Officer at Xtremepush.
“My focus is execution, delivering for our operator partners and running a simpler and more focused business,” Morten Tonnesen, Interim Chief Executive Officer at bragg, said. He added that bragg holds a licensed footprint across more than 30 regulated markets and has growing proprietary content.
Bragg’s statement and the board comments were released on 9 November 2026. The company’s move is framed as an operational shift to maintain continuity while pursuing the board’s stated financial and product objectives. Read more coverage in our news and b2b sections.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Morten Tonnesen become Interim CEO of Bragg?
Morten Tonnesen became Interim Chief Executive Officer on 6 November 2026. He had been Chief Operating Officer at bragg since March 2026 and reports to the board of directors.
What role will Matevž Mazij hold after the transition?
Matevž Mazij will serve as Strategic Advisor with immediate effect and will have no day-to-day management responsibility. Mazij founded Oryx Gaming, which Bragg acquired in 2018, and had been Bragg’s Chief Executive Officer since August 2023.
What experience does Morten Tonnesen bring to the interim role?
Tonnesen brings more than 17 years of leadership across B2C and B2B iGaming, sports betting and technology. His background includes co-founding and exiting BetWarrior, six years at PokerStars, Chief Commercial Officer at Shape Games (sold to Kambi) and Chief Growth Officer at Xtremepush.
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