Gillon McLachlan is joining Tabcorp Holdings as the company’s new managing director and chief executive officer.
Subject to approvals, he will take up the role on August 5. Until that time, he will act as an observer with Bruce Akhurst continuing to act as executive chairman.
McLachlan has spent 10 years as CEO of Australia's biggest sporting code, the Australian Football League, leading significant change and transformation. He more than doubled AFL revenues from $502m in 2013 to $1,063m in 2023, including securing the largest sports broadcasting rights deal in Australian history. In addition, he oversaw the expansion of the AFL competition to 18 teams and the launch of the AFLW competition.
In addition, McLachlan has proven success in managing complex stakeholder environments and working productively with all levels of government. He also has extensive racing knowledge as a thoroughbred owner and breeder.
"Gill needs no introduction - he is recognised as one of Australia's leading CEOs and securing Gill is a great vote of confidence for Tabcorp’s future,” said Akhurst. “We’ve laid strong foundations and Gill brings a growth mindset and the capability to capitalise on the opportunities ahead of us.
“Importantly for us, Gill brings an added dimension of having been responsible for some of the most significant media rights deals in Australian sports history and we're excited about the potential growth opportunities for our wagering and media business under his leadership.”
