Continent 8 appoints Cris Kuehl as chief data, information & AI officer
Continent 8 Technologies, a leading provider of cutting‑edge managed IT solutions designed for the global iGaming and online sports betting industry, has announced the appointment of Cris Kuehl as its chief data, information and AI officer.
Kuehl brings more than 20 years of experience in enterprise AI, analytics and data strategy, making him a powerful addition to Continent 8’s leadership team. He joins the company with an extensive background in senior leadership roles, including serving as vice president of artificial intelligence & data science at Akkodis and global head, VP, CX analytics & AI at Foundever.
Kuehl has built a career helping highly regulated organisations adopt secure, scalable and practical AI capabilities, and his leadership will accelerate Continent 8’s mission to deliver intelligence‑driven, future‑proof infrastructure and cybersecurity solutions.
In his new role, Kuehl will lead the company’s global data, AI and information strategy – driving innovation across analytics, automation, cybersecurity resilience and customer‑centric intelligence. His remit includes shaping Continent 8’s AI‑enabled product evolution, championing responsible AI practices, and strengthening data governance frameworks aligned with the needs of the iGaming, tribal and enterprise sectors.
“Cris’ deep expertise across data, AI and regulated environments is an exceptional match for our organisation’s direction,” said Michael Tobin, CEO and founder of Continent 8 Technologies. “As the industry rapidly shifts toward intelligence‑driven infrastructure, his leadership will ensure we continue to provide secure, high‑performance solutions that deliver measurable value to our customers.”
“I’m thrilled to join Continent 8, a leader in its field, at such a pivotal moment,” said Kuehl. “AI is transforming how organisations operate, collaborate and protect their data. Continent 8 is uniquely positioned to lead this transformation for the global iGaming and online sports betting sector. I’m excited to help drive the next chapter of innovation.”