KCMG Gaming Mission

Iain London

With nearly thirty years in the gaming industry, Iain has held senior management roles across Europe, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region. He started his career with South African operator Sun International in 1992 and has since worked with leading companies like Casino Magic, Maxbet Gaming, Playtech, Zitro, and Aristocrat. Iain’s expertise spans marketing, sales, and business development, enabling him to craft and implement strategic initiatives on a global scale. His deep understanding of industry trends and technologies ensures that our clients receive innovative and effective solutions tailored to their specific needs.

DJ Smith

DJ Smith is passionate about advancing casino businesses through data-driven strategies and innovative solutions. A published writer, with over three decades of experience and an MBA with distinctions in several key business disciplines, DJ excels in investment analysis, product performance, and data analytics. His background as a Chartered Management Accountant complements his strategic insights, allowing him to provide comprehensive support in new venture planning, business analysis, and financial management. DJ’s holistic approach ensures that our clients achieve sustainable growth and operational efficiency.

Jake Waller

Jake Waller’s career in gaming spans over thirty-three years, starting from his transition from the Royal Air Force to Sun International. His extensive experience includes operational management, project planning, and overseeing casino developments across Latin America, Europe, the UK, Asia, and Africa. Jake’s focus on operational excellence is evident in his commitment to developing best-practice systems and procedures, as well as his dedication to staff training and leadership. His recent success in opening Club Liberté Casino in the Seychelles underscores his ability to manage complex projects and deliver exceptional results.

Jimmy Howard

With 40 years of international industry experience, Jimmy is not only a first-class operator but also a renowned regulatory compliance expert and authority on gaming maths and gaming-related risk. In South Africa, he collaborated with regulators to create operational standards adopted in the Eastern and Western Cape, akin to the UK Gambling Commission’s codes.

Since returning to the UK in 2003, Jimmy has held senior roles in Operations, Marketing, and Compliance with major UK firms. Joining Metropolitan Gaming in January 2022 as Chief Assurance Officer, he has built a multi-award-winning compliance team and developed a leading surveillance structure. He is also a frequent judge at the European Casino Awards.

Herman Kruger

Herman Kruger, an advocate of the High Court of South Africa, brings over 25 years of specialization in gambling law. In a distinguished legal career, his gaming related highlights include drafting key South African gambling legislation and SABS technical standards for gaming equipment. Herman’s regulatory experience is vast, having served as the first staff member of the Mpumalanga Gambling Board and consulted for numerous local and international gambling boards. His expertise in legal compliance, risk management, and regulatory frameworks is invaluable for clients seeking to navigate the complex legal landscape of the gaming industry.