Announcement • Jan 26
Vip Play, Inc. Completes Major Technology Transformation to Power Next Phase of Growth VIP Play, Inc. announced the successful completion of a comprehensive technology upgrade initiative spanning payment processing, digital infrastructure, and customer engagement capabilities designed to accelerate growth and improve user retention. The multi-phase deployment, executed over recent months, represents a key operational milestone for VIP Play Inc. as the company scales its platform and expands its market presence. Key Technology Upgrades Include: Executive Leadership Enhancement: On October 15, 2025, executive directors from Black Fire Innovation, the #1 Gaming Research & Innovation Center, joined VIP Play Inc., bringing world-class gaming research and innovation expertise to the organization. Digital Platform Modernization: Launch of a completely redesigned VIP Play Inc. website on November 5, 2025, delivering enhanced user experience and functionality. Marketing & Brand Innovation: Deployment of influencer and AI-driven marketing programs generating 142,000-481,000 views per campaign, with aggressive influencer and referral programs driving brand awareness. A potential "Beat AI" campaign is planned for first quarter 2026. Customer Engagement Technology: Hootsuite-powered social media management capability deployed November 10, 2025, followed by an enhanced customer retention program on November 14, 2025. Enterprise CRM Implementation: HubSpot CRM deployed on January 26, 2026, to provide advanced customer relationship management and data-driven insights. The Company's strategic focus on reactivating dormant users--supported by upgraded payment capabilities and data-driven retention programs--reinforces commitment to increasing customer lifetime value and expanding its engaged user base. Announcement • Nov 22
VIP Play, Inc. Appoints Bruce Cassidy as Sole Director, Effective from November 19, 2025 On November 19, 2025, the board of directors (the “Board”) of VIP Play, Inc., a Nevada corporation consisting of Bruce Cassidy as the sole director, approved an increase in the number of directors on the Board from one (1) to two (2), effective immediately. Holders of outstanding Series B Convertible Preferred Stock (the “Series B Holder”) are entitled to elect a majority of the then-seated or to-be-seated directors on the Board. As a result of the increase in the number of directors on the Board, on November 19, 2025, the Series B Holder approved the election of Mr. Les Ottolenghi as a director of the Company (the “Series B Director”), effective immediately. Mr. Ottolenghi, as the Series B Director, will serve at the pleasure of the Series B Holder or until his earlier resignation or removal pursuant to Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws. In connection with his election to the Board, Mr. Ottolenghi was not assigned to any committee because the Board does not have any committees. Any functions typically performed by a designated committee of the Board will be performed by both directors. Mr. Ottolenghi, age 63, has served as Chief Executive Officer, Principal Executive Officer and President since June 2, 2025. The year prior to joining us, Mr. Ottolenghi served as the Chief Transformation Officer and Commercial Officer of Lee Enterprises, Incorporated. From June 2021 to April 2024, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Technology officer for Stride Inc., leading the education company’s digital transformation, artificial intelligence and digital products initiatives. Immediately prior to that, he served as Executive Vice President and Global Chief Information Officer for Caesars Entertainment Corp. He also previously served as Global Chief Information Officer for Las Vegas Sands Corp. and Chief Information Officer for Carlson Wagonlit Travel, Inc. Mr. Ottolenghi has been recognized as Chief Information Officer of the year by CIO Magazine, Gartner Group and Computerworld. Also, he co-founded the world’s largest public technology innovation center, BlackFire, in Las Vegas. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Duke Trinity College in 1984, and a Master of Business Administration degree from Emory University Goizeuta School of Business in 1994. Announcement • Jul 23
VIP Play, Inc. Announces Departure of Jim Mackey as Chief Financial Officer, Effective August 8, 2025 VIP Play Inc. announced that Jim Mackey, the Company's Chief Financial Officer, will step down from his role, effective August 8, 2025. The company has initiated a transition process and is in the process of identifying a successor. Mackey will assist in an orderly transition over the coming weeks. 
