Matthew Charlesworth Takes On Chief Development Officer Role at Imagine Live

Matthew Charlesworth has announced his return to Imagine Live as the company’s Chief Development Officer (CDO), 18 months after stepping down as the company’s Global CEO. His new role comes as part of the company’s continued efforts to expand its reach in the live casino industry.

Charlesworth Returns to Imagine Live in Chief Development Officer Role

Charlesworth, a seasoned industry executive, shared the news via LinkedIn, confirming that he is rejoining Imagine Live after an absence that included a role as Live Casino Managing Director at Digitain. His return to Imagine Live is significant, as he will now be fully engaged in overseeing the company’s strategic development and expansion initiatives.

Previously, Charlesworth had served as the Global CEO of Imagine Live, a position he held alongside his responsibilities at Digitain for a brief period in 2022. He stepped away from both roles in February 2023, but as he revealed in his post, he remained informally involved with the company during his time away.

A Strong Leadership Track Record

Charlesworth’s extensive background in the gaming industry, including leadership roles at major companies like Coral, bet365, Paddy Power, and Entain, positions him as a strong asset to Imagine Live. His prior experience as CEO of the company will undoubtedly ease his reintegration into the executive team, where he will now focus on guiding the company’s growth in the live casino market.

On LinkedIn, Charlesworth expressed his excitement about the new opportunity: “Today, I’m excited to formally announce my return as Chief Development Officer – a role that brings me back full-time to the product I love and believe in as well as the people I love working with, but without the day-to-day responsibility of overseeing a rapidly expanding operation and still with extremely aggressive future plans. So just a few more airport lounges for me over the coming months but I’m looking forward to reconnecting with friends, partners, and future collaborators over the coming months.”

A Strengthened Executive Team and Expanded Vision for Imagine Live

This leadership change comes at a time of significant transformation for Imagine Live. Earlier in 2025, the company appointed Martin Martirosyan, PhD, as its new Group CEO. Martirosyan, who also holds the Deputy CEO role at Digitain, has been instrumental in driving expansion at Digitain and will now steer Imagine Live’s growth strategies.

One of the key developments in Imagine Live’s 2024 plans is its recent success in the Romanian market. In February, the company received a Class II license from Romania’s National Gambling Office, allowing Imagine Live to provide its live casino products in the country. This achievement reflects the company’s commitment to expanding its presence in European markets, and a new high-tech live studio in Bucharest underscores the operator’s long-term investment in the region.

Growing Regional Presence and Expanding Market Reach

Imagine Live’s growth is not limited to Romania. The company has secured several key regulatory approvals in 2024. These include licensing in Sweden and an expansion into Georgia via a collaboration with Betlive. Furthermore, Imagine Live’s debut in Serbia in December 2024, in partnership with King.rs, marked another important milestone in its European expansion. The launch in Serbia features local-language blackjack and roulette tables, complete with high-definition streaming and multilingual dealers tailored to regional preferences.

In Belarus, the company made further strides with a new studio offering live dealer games for local players. This studio, developed in collaboration with Betera, features a range of localized games to cater to the growing demand for high-quality live casino experiences in the region.

Source:

“Matthew Charlesworth announces new position as Imagine Live CDO”, gamblinginsider.com, May 13, 2025.