Playson promotes Kateryna Oliinyk to CFO to support next phase of growth

Playson has appointed Kateryna Oliinyk as Chief Financial Officer.

Commenting on her appointment, Ms Oliinyk said: “Stepping into the role of CFO is an exciting opportunity to lead strategic financial planning and drive operational excellence. I look forward to strengthening our reporting capabilities, optimising processes and supporting Playson’s expansion into new markets.”

Ms Oliinyk brings over a decade of experience spanning international iGaming and professional services, with expertise in financial governance, regulatory compliance and multi-jurisdictional operations.

She joined Playson in 2021 and has since held a number of senior finance roles, most recently serving as Deputy CFO. During this time, she has played a role in strengthening the company’s financial controls, enhancing reporting processes and supporting its expansion across multiple jurisdictions.

Prior to Playson, Ms Oliinyk worked at Ernst & Young, where she built a strong foundation in IFRS reporting, risk assessment and compliance across a range of sectors.

In her new role, she will lead Playson’s finance function, overseeing financial reporting, management accounting, treasury, cash flow and tax compliance. She will also be responsible for maintaining relationships with auditors, financial institutions and corporate service providers.

A key focus will be on further developing financial systems and controls, with an emphasis on automation, standardisation and improved reporting efficiency.

Ms Oliinyk will also play a central role in financial planning and strategic initiatives, including budgeting, forecasting and risk management. She is expected to support Playson’s continued international expansion, including growth in LatAm, by establishing robust financial frameworks and coordinating with local partners and regulators.

Vsevolod Lapin, Deputy CEO at Playson, said Ms Oliinyk’s promotion reflects her impact within the business: “Kateryna has been an integral part of our finance team for more than five years. Her expertise, leadership and deep understanding of our operations position her strongly to support our continued growth and international ambitions.”

Playson currently operates in 27 regulated markets and partners with more than 200 operators globally. Headquartered in Malta and Slovakia, the company holds licences from multiple regulators, including the UKGC, ONJN and MGA, as it continues to expand its international footprint.