Jim Mullen (businessman)
Jim Mullen | |
|---|---|
| Born | James Joseph Mullen June 1970 (age 54) Glasgow, Scotland |
| Nationality | British |
| Education | John Ogilvie High School |
| Alma mater | Glasgow Caledonian University |
| Occupation(s) | CEO, Ladbrokes |
| Spouse | Married |
| Children | 2 |
James Joseph Mullen (born June 1970) is a British businessman, the chief executive (CEO) of Ladbrokes, the high street betting chain.
Early life
James Joseph Mullen was born in June 1970.[1] Hew was born in Glasgow, and grew up with his grandparents, who taught him about betting.[2]
Mullen was educated at John Ogilvie High School in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire. He has a bachelor's degree in computing from Glasgow Caledonian University, and a master's degree in software engineering.[2]
Career
On 1 April 2015, Mullen succeeded Richard Glynn as CEO of Ladbrokes.[3]
In July 2015, it was announced that Mullen would become the CEO of the new company, when Ladbrokes merges with fellow high street betting chain Gala Coral.[4]
Personal life
Mullen is married with two sons.[2]
References
- ^ "Ladbrokes plc". Companies House. Retrieved 25 July 2015.
- ^ a b c Martin, Ben (27 December 2015). "Ladbrokes boss makes the biggest gamble of his career". Telegraph. Retrieved 2 October 2016.
- ^ Pratley, Nils (2 April 2015). "Jim Mullen is right to disassociate Ladbrokes from business letter". The Guardian. Retrieved 25 July 2015.
- ^ "Ladbrokes to merge with smaller rival Coral". BBC. 24 July 2015. Retrieved 25 July 2015.