The National Council on Problem Gambling named Charles H. Jeffers II as its interim executive director on Oct. 26.
The NCPG will begin searching for a permanent replacement for Heather Maurer in January 2027 after Maurer’s resignation in September 2026.
The latest leadership change comes amid scrutiny over the national non-profit’s work with Kalshi, while several longstanding members of the council also offer sports prediction markets trading.
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) named consultancy leader Charles H. Jeffers II as interim executive director while it searches for a permanent replacement for Heather Maurer.
The NCPG said in a press release on Tuesday that Jeffers is the founder of The Jeffers Group, a consulting firm focused on interim executive leadership, governance, strategic operations, and organizational culture.
His previous roles include:
COO and interim CEO of Destination Marketing Association International from 2014-16
COO of Visit..