PointsBet Holdings has announced a major reshuffle of its board following MIXI Australia’s successful takeover bid. The move comes after MIXI secured 66.43% voting power in PointsBet at the close of its offer on 12 September 2025. The company said the new appointments reflect MIXI’s intention to have board representation consistent with its shareholding. The PointsBet board changes also include the resignation of several long-serving directors.

• Three new non-executive directors have joined PointsBet’s board: Sho Okuyama, Kanji Kobayashi and Taishi Oba. All three are employed by MIXI or related companies and are considered non-independent directors. The board said it looks forward to working closely with MIXI Australia as the company’s major shareholder.

• Sho Okuyama joined MIXI in 2016 after experience in venture capital and startups. He leads MIXI’s Social Betting Department and manages its TIPSTAR business. Okuyama became Senior Corporate Officer in 2023 and joined MIXI Australia’s board in 2024.

• Kanji Kobayashi, a legal professional by background, joined MIXI in 2007. He currently serves as Senior Corporate Officer, overseeing corporate legal affairs, M&A and intellectual property. He joined the MIXI Australia board earlier this year.

• Taishi Oba entered MIXI in 2024 after holding roles at KPMG Japan and VT Holdings. He focuses on overseas business expansion, particularly in Australia, and was appointed as a MIXI Australia director in 2025.

• Five PointsBet directors — Becky Harris, Tony Symons, Kosha Gada, Peter McCluskey and William Grounds — have resigned, effective immediately. Their departures mark a transition period following the MIXI Offer.

• Chairman Brett Paton and Managing Director Sam Swanell will remain on the board, ensuring continuity through the leadership change. The company expressed its gratitude to the departing directors for their service and guidance throughout the takeover process.

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