Australia-listed slot machine maker Ainsworth Game Technology Ltd says Ryan Comstock (pictured in file photo) has been appointed as the company’s chief executive, “effective immediately”.
“Mr Comstock has obtained the required gaming regulatory licensing approvals through his previous roles held” at Ainsworth, the firm said in a Monday filing.
Mr Comstock joined Ainsworth in 2012 and was promoted to chief operating officer in 2018. He assumed the role of acting CEO with effect from October 13 last year, following the resignation of his predecessor, Harald Neumann.
Ainsworth stated in Monday’s announcement: “The board considered that Mr Comstock has the necessary attributes and experience gained across all operational areas of the company to undertake the role of CEO.”
The firm said additionally that it had “reviewed and assessed the performance of Mr Comstock over the six months since his appointment as the acting CEO in October 2025”.
It added: “His extensive knowledge across all operational areas of the company, together with initiatives undertaken by him, were considered in determining his appointment.”
As Ainsworth’s CEO, Mr Comstock is entitled to a base salary of US$625,000 per year, as per Monday’s filing. His contract has no fixed term, and is subject to review by the firm’s board.
