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PrizePicks has announced the appointment of Mike Ybarra, former President of Blizzard Entertainment, as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ybarra steps into the role following Adam Wexler, the Co-Founder and CEO, who will now serve as Executive Chairman of the Board and an advisor to Mike. Ybarra will also join the Board of Directors.
With over 25 years of leadership experience in the technology and entertainment industries, including his tenure as President at Blizzard Entertainment and nearly two decades at Microsoft in development, product management, and leadership roles, Ybarra is well-positioned to lead PrizePicks. His expertise in managing and growing popular gaming products and services uniquely qualifies him to guide the company at this pivotal time.
Thanks to Adam Wexler’s tireless efforts since founding the company, PrizePicks has grown from a startup to the leading independent daily fantasy sports (DFS) company in the U.S. This leadership change will not alter the company’s core values. PrizePicks will continue to focus on innovation and maintaining a fan-first mentality in all its endeavors.
The future looks promising for PrizePicks, as the company stands on the brink of one of the most dynamic and transformative periods in the industry’s history. The confidence in Mike Ybarra’s blend of experience and industry knowledge is high, as he leads the company into its next growth phase.
PrizePicks’ success has always been a collective effort, heavily relying on partnerships to drive the industry forward. Together with its partners, the company has disrupted the DFS space with innovative games that fans love, and this is just the beginning.
During this leadership transition, PrizePicks will continue its operations without disruption, ensuring seamless service on its platform. PrizePicks thanks its supporters for their continued backing during this exciting time of change and growth.
