Daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator PrizePicks has announced the hiring of Renee White as its Chief People Officer (CPO), reporting to Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Adam Wexler. The company also announced the appointment of Phil Sherwood as Senior Director of Responsible Gaming.
The company says that Renee White “will build upon PrizePicks’ incredible people operations team to help lead the company” through its next phase of growth and expansion, bringing decades of experience from blue chip organizations.
Most recently, White spent nearly two decades at Warner Bros. Discovery in various leadership roles, “delivering strategic guidance to senior-level management, and demonstrating a deep understanding of complex organizational structure and operations.”
She last served as the Head of People and Culture for Turner Sports, Bleacher Report, and Turner Studios, leading the HR function, guiding long-term strategy along with building a diverse and inclusive culture.
White started her career with Turner Broadcasting supporting several divisions within the organization including the Atlanta Braves as their HR Manager. White will be based in Atlanta and serve as a member of PrizePicks’ executive leadership team.
Phil Sherwood will lead the evolution of PrizePicks’ responsible gaming initiatives. “His unique perspective and strategic vision will help position PrizePicks as the gold standard in responsible gaming within the fantasy sports industry,” the company says.
Sherwood most recently served as Chief Communications Officer at the Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health (MACGH) spearheading initiatives such as the first statewide Remote Voluntary Self-Exclusion (VSE) Program and led the creation of a 24/7 LiveChat platform. Prior to MACGH, Sherwood was the President of the Board of Directors for the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).
“Renee and Phil bring invaluable experience that will accelerate our growth as a company,” said PrizePicks Co-founder and CEO Adam Wexler. “Renee’s storied career as a people leader and her ties to the Atlanta community cannot be understated; having her join us at such a crucial phase for the company is pivotal.”
“Combined with Phil expanding upon our responsible gaming initiatives, I’m excited to see both play a role in ensuring our business continues to prioritize its two most valued assets: our people and our players.”
Earlier in the month, PrizePicks extended its partnership as the official Daily Fantasy Sports partner of the MLB’s Atlanta Braves for a fourth season earlier this month. The new deal expands a longstanding relationship that dates back to 2020, with the two Atlanta-based partners set to continue working together for the 2024 season.