evoke executives acquire bonus shares
evoke plc, a prominent betting and gaming company, disclosed on Monday that its CEO Per Widerström and CFO Sean Wilkins have purchased shares as part of their 2024 annual bonus arrangement.
The transaction, which took place outside a trading venue on May 23, 2025, involved the acquisition of ordinary shares at a price of 54 pence each.
Under the company’s remuneration policy, one-third of the post-tax annual bonus awarded to the executive directors for the fiscal year 2024 was used to buy shares in evoke. These shares are subject to a holding period that concludes two years after the purchase date.
Widerström bought 68,958 shares, while Wilkins acquired 31,659 shares. Following this transaction, Widerström’s interest in the company stands at 3,035,493 ordinary shares, and Wilkins holds 133,311, not accounting for unvested shares.
evoke plc is known for operating several internationally recognized brands, including William Hill, 888, and Mr Green. The company, which is incorporated in Gibraltar and headquartered in London, maintains a global presence with offices worldwide.
The announcement is in line with evoke’s obligations under Article 19 of the UK Market Abuse Regulation. This disclosure comes amid the company’s ongoing efforts to align executive compensation with shareholder interests and long-term company performance.
After the purchase, evoke plc’s shares continue to be traded in London, where the company is listed. The transaction details, including the number of shares acquired and the price, have been made public as required by regulatory standards.