Kai Cantwell

Chief Executive Officer, Responsible Wagering Australia

Kai has been the CEO of Responsible Wagering Australia since April 2023. Kai has extensive political and government relations experience working in federal minister’s offices, government departments and prior to starting at RWA he worked at international software company, Oracle. Kai has worked in social policy for more than a decade in a range of areas including child protection, welfare, Indigenous affairs and women’s safety. He brings this experience and understanding of social issues to his current role, ensuring that the correct controls are in place to protect vulnerable Australians from gambling harm while also allowing the vast majority of Australians who gamble safely to continue to do so.  

RWA is the independent peak body for Australia's licensed wagering service providers (WSPs). Members include bet365, Betfair, Picklebet, Pointsbet, Sportsbet and Unibet. Since becoming CEO in 2023, RWA has strengthened unity across the industry, secured $1 million in annual funding for financial counselling services, championed sensible advertising and consumer protection reforms and supported the long-term sustainability of the sector.