Vice President of Government Affairs

Founded in 2022, ARB Interactive is a thriving social gaming startup redefining player experiences across North America. With 100+ talented team members globally and rapid expansion plans ahead, we're profitable, growing fast, and having fun doing it.

ARB Interactive, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Government Affairs to start its internal government relations team. This role will advance advocacy efforts across both state governments and the federal government. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience managing relationships with state and federal legislators, executive branch officials, and political stakeholders. In addition to the following specific responsibilities, employee may be required to perform other such duties as assigned by ARB.

This position will establish the foundation for the ARB’s government relations team. It will work with a fantastic team of executive who endeavor to grow, develop and innovate ARB’s best-in-class product offerings. Reporting to ARB’s General Counsel, this role will focus on advancing ARB’s legislative and regulatory agenda, while introducing and educating legislators, executive branch officials and stakeholders about ARB’s social casino and sweepstakes operations, including the following:

• Lead engagement with external lobbying firms, trade associations, and other political organizations to shape and influence state and federal policy issues relevant to ARB.

• Develop and execute ARB’s legislative strategy and messaging in coordination with third-party partners and internal stakeholders.

• Design and oversee public affairs campaigns aimed at advancing ARB’s legislative priorities.

• Serve as a strategic liaison between the government affairs function and key internal teams—including Legal, Compliance, Product, Marketing and Finance—regularly briefing stakeholders on legislative and regulatory developments.

• Represent ARB before policymakers and key external stakeholders, advocating on behalf of the company and its customers.

• Interpret complex legislation and assess potential business impacts, delivering concise analysis under tight deadlines.

• Serve as a key point of contact with external industry groups such as the Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA).

• Oversee ongoing legislative monitoring and analysis, proactively identifying and addressing issues of strategic importance.

• Ensure ARB’s presence and participation at high-impact industry events, conferences, and forums shaping public policy.

• B.A./B.S. required (J.D. Preferred);

• Minimum of 10 years of public policy/government experience with gaming (casino, sports, iGaming) experience preferred;

• Exceptional communication skills and experience advocating in front of legislators, staff, executive branch officials and policymakers;

• Ability to communicate complex issues simply in writing and verbally for internal and external audiences;

• Ability to quickly learn the complexities of a highly regulated industry, including tax policy, payment operations, and gaming operations;

• Experience building coalitions and working with industry stakeholders to develop consistent goals and strategies for passing legislation; and

• Passion for being part of a team and a desire to work hard in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

• This role is remote with national travel.

Diversity Commitment: We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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