Booming Games strengthens C-suite to deliver on ambitious growth plans

company

15.01.2026

At Booming Games, we continue to strengthen our leadership team in line with our ambitious growth plans and long-term strategy. Recent C-suite updates reflect our commitment to operational excellence and expansion across regulated markets.

The full article was originally published by Focus Gaming News and can be read on the Focus Gaming website.

Booming Games has promoted Dan Paleu to Chief Operating Officer and Ramona Petrina to Chief of Staff with immediate effect.

Press release.- Booming Games has today expanded its C-suite, appointing a new chief operating officer and creating a new chief of staff role. The appointments reflect Booming Games’ commitment to attracting and nurturing top talent, as the business plans ambitious growth in the coming years and ramps up its global presence.

Dan Paleu, who initially joined the business as director of technical operations, has been promoted to chief operating officer with immediate effect. Prior to joining Booming Games, Dan spent 16 years at IGT PlayDigital, previously iSoftBet, where he held various roles, most recently serving as head of games. In this position, Dan developed the firm’s overall games strategy and oversaw the production process for new games, from concept through to launch. He is regarded as a visionary with a strong track record in the industry.

With extensive industry experience, Dan is well-positioned to strengthen Booming Games’ proposition. His focus will be on driving operational excellence across game delivery, technology and commercial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance in all markets. He will also be supporting continued expansion into new regulated markets, with entries into Switzerland, Bulgaria, and the Czech Republic planned for 2026.

Alongside this, Ramona Petrina has been appointed chief of staff, a newly created position, effective immediately. Ramona joined Booming Games in November 2022 as director of HR and now has over 15 years of industry experience. Her promotion comes at a time when the business has clear plans to bolster its ranks and recruit top talent to improve customer experience.

In her new role, Ramona will act as a strategic partner, supporting executive planning and decision-making. Her immediate focus will be to devise a clear set of objectives, aligned with the overall leadership strategy, and support with the delivery of key growth initiatives. Alongside this, Ramona will continue to shape the company’s people strategy, ensuring the organisation is well-structured and prepared for its next phase of growth.

Dan and Ramona will both be in attendance at ICE Barcelona later this month, along with a number of C-suite colleagues, to showcase Booming Games’ latest games and discuss plans for the year ahead.

Max Niehusen, founder of Booming Games, said: “We are pleased to announce these two promotions at a key moment in our growth journey. With extensive experience in their fields, Dan and Ramona have already made a significant contribution to the business, providing invaluable expertise. Their promotions reflect our longstanding commitment to retain and nurture top talent, in order to better serve our rapidly expanding customer base.”

Dan Paleu, chief operating officer at Booming Games, said: “After joining Booming Games I quickly understood why the business has an unrivalled reputation in the industry for innovation. The business has set out ambitious growth plans and I am proud to be taking up the position of Chief Operating Officer to help deliver these. I look forward to continuing working closely with Max in the role, providing a market leading experience for our customers and players.

Ramona Petrina, chief of staff at Booming Games, said: “Booming Games has built a powerful foundation, from its product vision and people to its ambition and execution. The scale we’ve achieved is the result of clear direction and strong leadership, and I’m excited to help shape the next phase of the company’s growth as we continue to expand and evolve.

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Booming Games Releases Highly Anticipated Cash Pig 2 15,000

Booming Games, a leading provider of premium gaming content, has today launched the highly anticipated Cash Pig 2 15,000. Successor to the smash hit original, Cash Pig 2 15,000 boasts a 5x4 grid with 30 paylines, stunning visuals and a boosted maximum win of 15,000x.

To provide a premium experience for players, the game projects an image of luxury and affluence. Against a glamorous Vegas backdrop, players can engage with a range of symbols, from diamond rings to supercars, which complement the golden pig. The visuals have been designed to capture the reality of modern wealth.

Building on the success of the previous edition, all key features have been retained. This includes two growing piggy banks which build excitement after every spin. One piggy bank collects coins to activate the Cash Collection feature and another collects Scatters to trigger Free Spins, keeping players entertained and engaged throughout the game.

When redeeming their Free Spins, players can fully immerse themselves in the action knowing that each spin has the potential to unlock significant returns. Players will first encounter Minor Eliminations and Major Upgrades before moving on to the thrilling Wild Spin finale, where all collected wilds rain down onto the reels for one last shot at securing a huge return.

Craig Asling, Director of Games at Booming Games, said: “We have developed Cash Pig 2 15,000 with player experience front of mind, taking everything that players loved about the previous edition and making it even more enticing with a boosted max win. We’re confident that players will love this latest iteration. Fast-paced, dynamic gameplay and the potential to unlock massive returns, combined with glossy, high-definition visuals provides the ultimate player experience.”

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03.02.2026

Booming Games Appoints New CFO To Support Continued Growth

Booming Games, a leading provider of premium gaming content, has today further expanded its C-suite, promoting Luke Sammut to the newly created role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with immediate effect. It follows a string of recent senior promotions at Booming Games, with a new Chief Operating Officer and Chief of Staff announced last month.

Luke Sammut, who has spent over eight years at Booming Games in various senior finance roles, most recently served as Director of Finance and Accounting. With a strong background in accountancy, along with a passion for the iGaming industry, he brings a wealth of both experience and sector knowledge to the team. Based in Malta, Luke will be responsible for leading the business’ global financial strategy, as well as overseeing reporting in multiple jurisdictions.

The creation of the CFO role marks the latest stage in the firm’s growth journey and demonstrates a clear commitment to attracting and nurturing top talent. As the business looks to deliver on ambitious growth targets and ramp up its global presence this year, the appointment comes at an exciting time. With a customer focused approach to game development, Booming Games is continuously seeking to break new ground and diversify its offering, setting out plans to significantly increase the cadence of games releases this year.

Booming Games has a strong track record of investing in its people, with headcount recently surpassing 200 people. Looking ahead, the growing C-suite will ensure that the business continues to mature and is well-placed to navigate the next stage of its expansion.

Max Niehusen, Founder of Booming Games, said: “We are delighted to announce Luke’s promotion, in what is a landmark moment for Booming Games as we appoint our first Chief Financial Officer. Over the past eight years, he has made an immense contribution to the business, playing an important role in our success during a key growth phase. look forward to continuing working closely with him as we look to break new ground this year. As CFO, Luke’s experience will be critical as we expand our operations, with the aim of being regulated in every major market within the next five years.”

Luke Sammut, Chief Financial Officer at Booming Games, said: “With ambitious growth targets, Booming Games’ rapid expansion shows no sign of slowing. I am proud to be taking up the position of CFO, helping to shape the next phase of our financial strategy, at such a pivotal moment for the business. With clear direction from a strong leadership team, Booming Games is well placed to build on its strong financial foundations and seize the opportunity to further cement its reputation for market-leading innovation.”

games

15.01.2026

Let it sparkle: Diamonds Diamonds Diamonds: Hold and Win is here!

Get ready to dazzle as Booming Games launches Diamonds Diamonds Diamonds: Hold and Win, a glimmering 3x3 slot where every spin sparkles with polished potential.

Packed with shimmering gems, Stacked Wilds and a shower of riches powered by the Diamond Rain feature, this luxurious new release delivers nonstop thrills and high-shine excitement.
Land 3 or more Diamond symbols to trigger the Hold and Win Bonus, where the reels expand into a dazzling 5x3 grid, unlocking even greater prize potential as players collect sparkling symbols and build towards the Grand Prize worth up to 1,000x the bet.

Things shine even brighter when players land the Super Diamond, unlocking Super Hold and Win mode. In this enhanced bonus, all collected wins are doubled, and the chase is on for the Mini, Minor, Major, or Grand Prize Pots, adding even more anticipation to every respin.

For players who want to turn up the frequency of feature action, the optional Diamond Boost side bet offers more chances to trigger bonuses, making each spin feel even closer to that next glittering hit.
Bright, bold and built around irresistible bonus energy, Diamonds Diamonds Diamonds: Hold and Win is a gem-packed release designed for players who love jackpot chases, upgraded bonus moments and the thrill of watching the reels expand with possibility.

“Diamonds Diamonds Diamonds is all about delivering that premium, high-impact Hold and Win experience in a compact, instantly engaging format,” said Craig Asling, Director of Games at Booming Games. “With Diamond Rain, Stacked Wilds, expanding reels in the bonus and a Super variation that doubles all wins, it’s designed to keep players chasing that next brilliant moment—right up to the 1,000x Grand Prize.”