He assumed the role at the trade group in July 2024 following the departure of Peter-Paul de Goeij after five years at the helm. At the time, NOGA outlined plans for a “strategic reorientation” as it refocused on the challenges in Dutch gambling.
With Konings to leave on 1 March, NOGA said it is considering the future and the content of the directorship.
Konings said: “I have enjoyed fulfilling the role of interim director at NOGA during this important period of strategic reorientation. Now that this reorientation is progressing steadily, I have decided not to extend my agreement.
“I’m proud of what we have achieved together and will continue to work for NOGA’s objectives until my last day. For now, I would like to thank the board for the trust they have placed in me.”
Seven years at NOGA
Konings originally joined NOGA and its predecessor Speel Verantwoord as chair in 2018. He went on to help guide the group through the establishment of the Dutch online gaming market in 2021. Konings held a series of roles at Kindred Group between 2014 and 2022, most recently as sports betting integrity officer.
Sanna van Doorn, NOGA vice chair, said: “We are very grateful to Eric for his efforts over the past seven years, in the capacity of chairman, policy advisor and interim director. His involvement and expertise in this challenging sector were of great value.
“Eric played an important role in the establishment of NOGA and in representing the interests of its members over the years. On behalf of the board and our members, I would like to thank him and wish Eric all the best in his future projects and ambitions.”
Fighting illegal gambling in Netherlands
In recent months NOGA, along with neighbouring association Licensed Dutch Online Gambling Providers (VNLOK), has focused its attention on the growing black market threat in the Netherlands.
Both parties rallied against illegal gambling in October, calling for greater monitoring of the black market after new data from the country’s regulator suggested lower-than-expected channelisation rates.
In November the two trade associations launched a new reporting portal to identify and tackle illegal online gambling in the country.
Original article: https://igamingbusiness.com/people/people-moves/dutch-trade-group-nogas-acting-director-to-depart/
