Golden Matrix Group Inc. has announced a leadership transition aligning with the company's next phase of strategic execution and operational scale. Brian Goodman will step down as Chief Executive Officer and Board member effective December 12, 2025, with Board Chairman William Scott assuming the role of Interim Chief Executive Officer while chairing the committee responsible for appointing the company's next permanent CEO.
During Goodman's tenure, Golden Matrix transformed from a micro-cap operator to a diversified, NASDAQ-listed international gaming group. The company expanded into multiple regulated markets, built a portfolio of scalable B2B and B2C platforms, and established a business model centered on recurring revenue and disciplined growth. This foundation now supports the company's next chapter focused on execution and consistent performance.
"Golden Matrix is built on solid ground - diversified, profitable, and prepared to scale," said William Scott, Interim CEO and Chairman. "Brian laid the foundation. Our next chapter is about execution, scale and consistent performance. With strong fundamentals, global reach, and disciplined execution, we believe we are positioned to outperform the market and deliver exceptional long-term value for our shareholders."
Scott brings extensive global gaming and regulated markets experience from previous senior executive roles at GTECH/Lottomatica, where he helped transform that company from a lottery-focused business into a broader international gaming group. As interim CEO, he will prioritize performance, operational optimization, and continued value creation for shareholders while leading the permanent CEO search.
The leadership transition occurs as Golden Matrix operates in more than 25 markets worldwide across Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Australia, and Africa, serving both operators and consumers with scalable, compliant, and high-margin gaming solutions. The company's diversified portfolio includes casino, sportsbook, and competition products powered by its own technology and subsidiaries such as MeridianBet Group, Expanse Studios, GMAG, RKings, CFAC, and MexPlay.
This change represents a strategic pivot toward maximizing the company's global footprint and technological assets. With the foundation established during Goodman's tenure, the company now aims to leverage its position in regulated markets worldwide to drive consistent growth and shareholder value. The appointment of an experienced gaming industry veteran like Scott suggests a focus on operational excellence and market expansion during this critical development phase.
For HR vendors serving the gaming and technology sectors, this leadership transition signals potential shifts in procurement strategies, vendor relationships, and talent management approaches as Golden Matrix focuses on operational optimization. Companies providing HR technology, recruitment services, or compliance solutions to international gaming firms should monitor how this strategic pivot affects Golden Matrix's operational priorities and expansion plans across its global markets.
The transition from Goodman to Scott reflects broader industry trends where established gaming companies are shifting from rapid expansion phases to optimization and execution-focused leadership. This pattern suggests HR vendors should anticipate similar transitions among other maturing gaming companies, potentially creating opportunities for vendors specializing in leadership assessment, succession planning, and executive search services tailored to regulated international markets.
