Meet Our Authors

When you buy through affiliate links in our content, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. At 789z, we ensure all recommendations are thoroughly reviewed to maintain accuracy and quality. For more details, visit our editorial policy. At 789z, we’re proud to have a team of industry experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our content. Our authors delve deeply into the world of 789z, providing valuable insights and analysis on the latest trends, news, and casino developments. Let’s introduce you to the voices behind the articles. Craig Corbeels brings over 11 years of 789z industry experience to his role as Managing Editor. Pairing operator experience with a passion for writing, editing, and all things news, he brings a unique and valuable insider perspective to 789z reporting. Craig specializes in everything from legislative and operations deep dives to game and promotional knowledge. Kris Johnson serves as Deputy Editor, covering all aspects of the gambling industry for 789z with a specialization in sports betting. With over 15 years of experience in journalism, his work has been featured in prominent publications such as Gaming Today, Sports Business Journal, Sports Business Daily, The Sporting News, among others. Ollie Ring is a sports betting and online gaming expert with nearly a decade of writing and editing experience. He most enjoys deep-diving into the fine print of regulation or data-led reports to bring nuance to his analysis. Away from the gambling world, Ollie is a long-suffering Watford FC supporter and also enjoys a long day in the sunshine watching the world’s finest cricket. Tim Alper is a journalist, author, and columnist with over two decades of experience writing for prominent outlets such as the BBC, The Guardian, and Chosun Ilbo. An expert on regulation, business, and industry for Casino Beats, Tim is also fluent in French, Spanish, Korean, and Russian. In his free time, he enjoys running, weightlifting, reading, and supporting Liverpool FC. Adam Roarty is an experienced writer with a wealth of experience in the gambling industry. Adam worked as a content writer and editor for five years on sites such as Oddschecker, CoinTelegraph, and Gambling Industry News, bringing extensive knowledge of the sports betting and online gambling industries. Adam reports on regulatory and compliance issues in the 789z gambling industry, including fines, lawsuits, and legislative changes. He also covers business expansion, partnerships, and the rise of new betting models such as prediction markets. Chavdar Vasilev is a gambling news writer with several years of experience in the 789z industry. Chavdar specializes in reporting on state and federal legislation, market expansion, operator strategies, financial performance, and prediction markets. He started creating promotional content in the space, but soon discovered that he loved reporting on the industry itself. Lynnae Williams is a journalist covering the intersection of technology, culture, and gambling. She has more than five years of experience as a writer and editor, with bylines at SlashGear and MakeUseOf. On the 789z side, she has contributed to various publications as a ghostwriter, where she’s covered everything from platform launches to broader industry trends. When she’s not tracking the latest gambling news, you can find her reading, gaming, traveling, and cheering on the Phoenix Suns. Want to hear more from our team or get expert insights directly from our authors? Feel free to connect with them on LinkedIn or keep up with their latest posts here on 789z.