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Epic Risk Management is an independent gambling harm minimisation consultancy that formed the PSAB in 2021.
It aims to reduce gambling-related harm by providing programmes, operator training and advice.
The first of three new members, Rachel Jankowsky, is a clinical psychotherapist at Chicago Fire, a Major League Soccer team.
On becoming a PSAB member, Jankowsky said: “The approach that Epic has taken around problem gambling in the sports world is unprecedented in its relevance, thoroughness, and professional character.
“There is a fantastic balance between Epic’s foundation of evidence-based research and their use of a lived-experience, qualitative approach to education.”
Dr Meg Popovic is the Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer at NextPlayU, a career service for former professional athletes.
Popovic said: “I believe Epic has stepped into the global sporting stage to solve one of the greatest, silent, complex challenges within professional sport and doing so with an innovative, fearless team approach that shift the way coaches, clubs, and industry act and collaborate.
“I have huge respect for the individuals involved, as their personal character, lived experiences, and professional track records demonstrate capability and care for people and organisations.
Finally, Mike Riley is the Managing Director of Professional Game Match Officials Limited, the organisation responsible for officiating professional football matches in England.
Riley said: “Integrity is at the very heart of officiating in any sport and with a lifelong involvement in officiating and the development of match officials across a number of sports, I am very keen to help support the exciting and important work of the Pro Sport Advisory Board.
“Epic’s mission to promote safer gambling, to provide education and training and to work with key stakeholders to lead effective governance are key pillars in safeguarding the integrity in elite sport.”
Last month, Epic Risk Management renewed its partnership with the Professional Athletes Foundation of the National Football League Players Association.
