Tom Light is one of the most influential figures in global sports betting, known for redefining what it means to build and scale a Tier-1 sportsbook supplier. Over the past two decades, he has shaped the industry from both a product and commercial perspective – first as a key executive at SBTech, where he helped lead its global expansion and the $3.3bn DraftKings merger, and now as Founder & CEO of FIRST – Best in Sports. Under Tom’s leadership, FIRST has grown into the fastest-scaling sportsbook platform in iGaming, powering 38+ operators in Brazil and 35+ globally, with deep localisation and performance-focused innovation at its core.

Tom was also named to the prestigious 40 Under 40 list, recognising his role in pushing the boundaries of product innovation with breakthroughs like SnapBet™, GMFY gamification, and the SportOS sportsbook operating system.