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In an industry like iGaming, what motivates top leadership talent to move to a new company? Is it the promise of a more competitive salary? Equity or profit-sharing opportunities? Perhaps access to unique perks such as remote working flexibility or enhanced benefit packages? While these factors certainly play a role, a surprising driver of leadership mobility has emerged: alignment with a company’s mission and values.

Candidates’ willingness to trade salary for growth opportunities reflects a desire for roles that align with their long-term aspirations. At Pentasia, we frequently hear from candidates who want to know: “What learning opportunities are available?” “Is there room for advancement?” “How will this role contribute to my career goals?”

We’ve just passed a milestone that means a lot to us: 500,000 followers across our channels. But this isn’t just a number. It’s a reflection of something far more important - a community we’ve built together over years of shared conversations, career moves, business milestones, and collective growth.

In the last decade, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) has shifted from a “nice-to-have” to a critical component of any successful hiring strategy. This change is particularly evident in the iGaming sector, where the industry’s rapid growth and increasing competition for skilled talent have made DEI not only essential for organisational culture but also a significant factor in attracting and retaining top talent.

In the last couple of years, we’ve seen a notable shift in workplace dynamics, with a growing push from some companies to mandate office work after the pandemic years. While this trend has gained traction in certain regions and roles, it has inadvertently created barriers to attracting and retaining top talent—especially for industries like iGaming, where the competition for skilled professionals is fierce.

Attracting top talent in today’s iGaming and Payments sectors is always competitive, particularly when external factors such as political instability, economic pressures, and global uncertainties make employees more cautious about changing jobs.

April 2025 - Florida – Pentasia is proud to announce a renewed focus on the North American gaming market, led by Vice President - Americas, Robert Gray, as he returns his full attention to supporting clients and candidates across the region’s most dynamic verticals.

The 2024 iGB Pentasia Salary Survey identified employee retention as being a key challenge for the iGaming sector. The Payments sector, too, is grappling with similar issues, with high turnover rates and increased competition for top talent.

The iGaming sector, dynamic and tech-driven, requires an adaptable, future-ready workforce. For HR and C-suite leaders, a commitment to continuous learning and professional development is critical—not only to keep pace with evolving demands but to create a culture of innovation and resilience.