About

Trevor was appointed as a CEO and Managing Director of Aristocrat in March 2017, joining the Board at the same time.  Trevor joined Aristocrat in 2009 as Managing Director ANZ, and was later promoted through a number of operational and strategy leadership roles. Trevor began his career in sales and marketing, culminating in his term as Sales Director for Fosters Australia Ltd, prior to its demerger. Trevor served as a Chairman of the American Gaming Association, and was previously a Director of the Australasian Gaming Council, among other industry appointments.

Christie is the Chief Human Resources Officer for Aristocrat, leading the Global HR team and supporting key cultural, engagement and leadership initiatives across the organisation. A highly experienced HR professional, Christie has led HR teams across the publishing, transport and logistics industries. Christie joined Aristocrat in 2011 as HR Manager for the Australian Studios before becoming General Manager HR, Global Product, Supply and Technology, and supporting the executive leadership team as General Manager, CEO Office.

Dan is the Chief Strategy Officer for Aristocrat where he leads the group strategy and corporate development function, which has oversight over corporate strategy, M&A, and inorganic investments. Prior to Aristocrat, Dan was an EVP at Viacom, where he held various strategy, general management, and operating roles in television, digital, and gaming. He was also CEO and cofounder of a funded mobile gaming startup and a strategy consultant for Booz Allen & Hamilton.

Mike was appointed CEO of Pixel United in November 2019, and is responsible for all aspects of the strategy, operations and expansion of Aristocrat’s global mobile games business. An executive with deep digital media, games and entertainment experience, Mike has held senior executive roles at Discovery Communications, Fox Entertainment, the Walt Disney Company, Miramax and Universal Music Group, and served on the Board of console and mobile game developer Foundation9.

Mitchell has held senior product, commercial and transformation roles across all major gaming regions at Aristocrat. Mitchell previously led Marketing and Product functions in the Americas, before being appointed General Manager for ANZ, and subsequently CEO of the global Gaming business in 2019. Mitch has accountability for the business’ growth strategy and operational performance, and also leads transformation for the company. Before joining Aristocrat, Mitch held senior roles in the sporting and pharmaceutical industries.

Andy was appointed Chief Technology Officer in June 2021. Prior to joining Aristocrat, Andy was CTO of the video games business Activision Publishing. He also spent ten years as CTO at Walt Disney Animation Studios, and led tech teams at Dreamworks and Lucasfilm. Andy has many film and game credits, including for Frozen and Call of Duty, and holds multiple US technology patents. Andy is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences.

Natalie was appointed Chief Corporate Affairs Officer in 2019, and is responsible for Group communication and stakeholder strategy, including leading Aristocrat’s Sustainability program and Investor Relations. Natalie spent over ten years consulting to many large public and private organisations, and was previously head of Corporate Affairs at Foster’s Group. Natalie is a Non Executive Director on the Board of Asahi Holdings Australia.

Hector Fernandez was appointed CEO of Aristocrat Gaming in February 2022, overseeing Aristocrat’s regulated, land-based business globally. Hector joined Aristocrat 2018 as CFO of the Americas Gaming business, before his promotion to the role of President, Aristocrat Americas and EMEA. Prior to joining Aristocrat, Hector held a range of senior commercial and strategy roles at leading US consumer businesses, including Western Digital, Amgen pharmaceuticals, and Procter & Gamble. Hector begun his career with Deloitte, and is a CPA

James joined Aristocrat as Chief Information Officer in 2017, and has more than 20 years of experience leading digital transformation strategy, initiatives and teams. James began his career as a software developer, before founding a software consulting firm that merged with the leading technology advisory company, the Hackett Group. James has also held executive leadership roles in technology at global companies including Belkin International and Scholastic Media & Entertainment.

Chris was appointed Chief Legal Officer of Aristocrat in February 2020 and is responsible for leading our legal and compliance functions globally. Prior to joining Aristocrat, Chris was Chief Legal Officer at the global data and insights business Dun & Bradstreet, and General Counsel of Primus Telecommunications Group. Chris also served in the US Department of Treasury immediately after the financial crisis of 2008 and has deep experience navigating complex regulatory environments and operating within regulated businesses.