Evenbeter and Headshot Launch Landmark Research on iGaming Teams

Evenbeter, the B2B developer of online gaming solutions formerly known as EvenBet Gaming, has collaborated with the international recruitment agency Headshot to unveil a significant initiative. They are launching an independent study titled "The State of iGaming Teams 2026–2027: Why People Stay. Why They Leave. What Leaders Can Do Next."
The iGaming sector is increasingly recognized as a fiercely competitive landscape for talent. With the increasing costs associated with losing skilled professionals and a frequent disconnect between company and employee expectations, there is a glaring absence of extensive industry-wide data on employee retention.
Daria Fot, Human Resources Director at Evenbeter, emphasized the research's objective, stating, "The goal of the research is to build a full industry picture of team conditions in iGaming and provide companies with practical recommendations for employee retention."
The findings are intended to serve as a practical resource for CEOs and Founders, allowing them to make informed decisions based on data and gain a deeper understanding of the true costs associated with losing vital talent. Additionally, the report will help HR and team leaders benchmark their practices against industry standards and identify opportunities for improvement within the iGaming sector.
The data collection phase will start on September 3 and continue until October 1, 2026, involving both online and offline surveys as well as interviews. An official report detailing the findings will be released in late November 2026. This report will provide valuable insights into several key areas:
– An overview of the project’s framework, methodology, and profiles of respondents.
– An analysis of the reasons professionals leave their positions and what influences their decision to remain.
– Insights into how specialists select new employers.
– Evaluations of management culture in conjunction with real employee experiences.
– An assessment of burnout and workload challenges faced by workers.
– A comparative analysis of what companies view as important against what employees truly value.
– Expectations of specialists for the years 2026–2027.
– Practical recommendations and conclusions for employers.
Polina Kapitonova, the CEO of Headshot, added, "Market-wide averages offer little value to individual companies. We will break down the results by factors such as professional experience, function, and location, and show why people stay or leave in each context."
Organizers encourage all professionals in the iGaming industry, from entry-level specialists to team leaders and executives, to participate via the provided survey link. To stimulate participation, a special prize draw will offer valuable rewards for those who take part in the survey.