Summary
- Imatta and EPIC have announced a groundbreaking partnership aimed at tackling problem gambling issues.
- The duo aims to enhance support for individuals impacted by problem gambling and harm, ensuring they receive the necessary assistance.
- Chris Perry Metcalf, the CEO of Imatta, emphasized that collaboration is crucial for providing significant support and implementing effective prevention strategies.
EPIC Global Solutions, a prominent independent consultancy focused on preventing gambling-related harm, has partnered with Imatta, a rapidly expanding provider of confidential and unbiased mental health services. Together, they aim to enhance the accessibility of support for individuals impacted by problem gambling.
The deal will tackle problem gambling issues, provide support to those who need it
Thanks to a groundbreaking partnership, the two organizations are set to deliver crucial support to those in need. By utilizing its vast experience and resources, the platform provided by imatta will help visitors recognize signs of problem gambling or related harm. Working alongside EPIC's seasoned staff, these individuals will be informed about specialized treatment options available in a supportive and secure environment. In addition to enhancing support and increasing access to services for those impacted by problem gambling, this innovative partnership aims to develop educational content. Together, EPIC and imatta will also create leadership programs, resources promoting responsible gambling, and various well-being initiatives.
imatta is delighted to join forces with EPIC
Mike Holinski, Vice President of Partnerships at EPIC, highlighted the significance of the new collaboration between two innovative and purpose-driven organizations aimed at addressing and preventing gambling harm. By combining EPIC's global expertise in gambling harm prevention and mental wellbeing with imatta’s innovative, anonymous learning and engagement platform, we are creating effective avenues for support, education, and impact, he stated. Holinski emphasized that overcoming the complex challenges associated with gambling can be accomplished through effective collaboration. Together with imatta, we are setting a new standard for how organizations can integrate support, education, and digital innovation to make a meaningful difference, he remarked. In December, EPIC underwent a rebranding, changing its name from EPIC Risk Management to EPIC Global Solutions. Chris Perry Metcalf, CEO of imatta, also expressed his enthusiasm about the new initiative with EPIC. He emphasized the importance of collaboration in providing effective prevention and delivering meaningful support. Partnering with EPIC Global Solutions enables us to combine our in-depth expertise in addressing gambling-related harm with EPIC's exceptional lived experience and leadership in harm prevention, Metcalf commented. We are proud to collaborate with EPIC to establish new standards in education, protection, and wellbeing for those affected, imatta's CEO concluded.
