Peter Jackson

Since taking the helm in January 2018, Jackson has guided Flutter’s transformation into a dominant force in the post-legalization U.S. market, largely through the explosive growth of FanDuel. His background in finance, consulting, and payments, rather than traditional gambling, provided a strategic, data-driven approach. As of 2025, his net worth is estimated to be between $8 million and $17 million, with the variance tied to the fluctuating value of his Flutter stock.

Education and Professional Background

Jackson’s career is built on a strong technical and analytical foundation established at a premier U.K. institution.

Cambridge Education

Jackson attended Pembroke College, Cambridge University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering. This technical education focused on operations and system-building, skills that became essential for scaling global digital businesses.

Career Before Gaming

Before joining the gaming industry, Jackson held several high-level roles in finance and technology, building a track record of executive leadership and business transformation:

• Consulting and Banking: His early career included work at McKinsey & Company as a consultant, followed by senior positions at major banks like Lloyds Bank and Halifax Bank of Scotland (HBOS), where he focused on strategy and consumer products.
• CEO of Travelex (2010–2015): He served as CEO of the global foreign exchange company, leading it through significant expansion and digital upgrades.
• Innovation at Santander (2016): Jackson was the Head of the Innovation area at Banco Santander, focusing on driving technological advancements in banking services.
• CEO of Worldpay UK (2017): He briefly served as the U.K. CEO of the payment processing giant, Worldpay, overseeing its local operations before its large-scale merger.

Flutter Entertainment Leadership and U.S. Expansion

Jackson first joined Flutter Entertainment, then known as Paddy Power Betfair, as a Non-Executive Director in 2013 before being appointed CEO in 2018.

Guiding Global Growth

Under his leadership, Flutter has become one of the world’s largest online gambling operators. Key strategic decisions have included:

• FanDuel Acquisition: He oversaw the key acquisition of FanDuel in 2018, which positioned Flutter to be the market leader in the booming U.S. sports betting industry following the overturn of PASPA.
• Stars Group Merger: He guided the massive 2020 merger with The Stars Group, bringing PokerStars and Sky Betting & Gaming under the Flutter umbrella and significantly boosting its global presence.
• International Acquisitions: Flutter has continued to expand in 2024 and 2025 with targeted acquisitions in international markets like Italy (Sisal) and Brazil (Betnacional).

In his current role, Jackson emphasizes large-scale M&A, responsible gaming tools, and the continued integration of the company’s brands across the globe, focusing heavily on margin expansion in the maturing U.S. market.

Personal Life and Privacy

Peter Jackson maintains a low personal profile, keeping his focus strictly on his professional role and company performance.

• Family: He is married and has three children. Details about his family life are intentionally kept private, reflecting a desire to balance a high-profile executive role with personal discretion.
• Residence: He resides in locations connected to the company’s operations in the U.K. and internationally.
• Industry Focus: Jackson has become an industry advocate for responsible gambling, supporting Flutter’s efforts to use technology, such as machine learning, to identify and help customers manage their betting habits.