Andrew Mudge joins Continent 8 Technologies as Regional Sales Director

February 2, 2024 | Sarah Blackburn

Continent 8 Technologies, a leading provider of managed hosting, connectivity, cloud, and security solutions to the global iGaming industry, is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Mudge as the new Regional Sales Director. This strategic addition to the team underscores Continent 8’s commitment to bolstering its global sales force and supporting its rapid expansion.

Andrew Mudge brings a wealth of experience from the iGaming sector, having honed his expertise over eight years in various capacities at Viadex Global, an international IT service partner known for its innovative solutions. His tenure at Viadex Global has equipped him with invaluable insights into the infrastructure needs of online gambling operators and suppliers, particularly in fostering growth and scalability.

In his most recent role, Mudge concentrated on expanding Viadex Global’s footprint in the US market. This experience aligns perfectly with Continent 8’s strategic focus on the United States, where the company has been actively expanding. With operations already established in 30 states, Continent 8 is set to leverage Mudge’s deep market knowledge and IT infrastructure expertise to enhance its service offerings and customer support in this key region.

Mudge’s role will be pivotal in nurturing relationships with Continent 8’s existing US clientele, as well as broadening the company’s reach to include more operators and suppliers. His appointment is a testament to Continent 8’s dedication to maintaining its status as the preferred infrastructure provider for the industry’s leading entities, evidenced by supporting 85% of operators listed in the EGR Power US Rankings 2023.

Brian Koh, Vice President, Sales & Chief Commercial Officer at Continent 8 Technologies, said: “Andrew is a great addition to our commercial team, bringing not only knowledge of the industry but also of the US market.

“This is an important region for us, and we are thrilled to be able to leverage his understanding of the market and the infrastructure that operators and suppliers need to succeed here. This, combined with his experience in the gambling sector, makes him a strong asset as we continue to grow.

“I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome Andrew to the global Continent 8 team and look forward to working with him as we strengthen our position as the leading infrastructure provider in the US and beyond.”

Andrew Mudge, Regional Sales Director at Continent 8 Technologies, added: “It’s an honour to be joining Continent 8 at such an exciting time for the business. Having worked closely with the team during my eight years in the industry, I am very aware of the strong presence and dominant brand they have developed globally.

“I’m proud to be joining the leading infrastructure provider for gambling operators and suppliers, worldwide.”