Written by Chris Jonat

Q: How did you get into iGaming?

"I was a semi-professional poker player when PokerStars approached me to help develop a pilot program aimed at recognizing VIP players. I learned very early on that those players are most interested in authenticity and trust, being able to count on the operators to meet all their commitments. That is still the number one thing I look for in an online casino today."

Q: What is the most important thing to consider when reviewing an online casino?

"If the casino isn't trustworthy, in terms of paying out players who are withdrawing, protecting customer data, and meeting all regulatory requirements, we won't recommend it to our readers. In fact, we'll make it clear they should stay away." "But after that, it depends on what the player is looking for. Some users are most concerned with the welcome offers or other promotions, so we create bonus pages to specifically cover that in detail. Others are more concerned with the ongoing experience, what games are available, how smooth the app is, how often they offer something new. So we have detailed review pages to answer all those questions."

Q: What is your favorite online casino game?

"It's impossible to answer for slots. Normally I find a new game in the lobby and play it exclusively for a while, until one day it just feels time to find the next one." "But blackjack never goes out of style!"

Chris has been working in iGaming for 15 years, and is now bringing his experience and expertise to Casino.org's exhaustive coverage of online casinos within the US.

Content Manager

Expert Since 2011

15 years iGaming Experience

Chris has developed his deep knowledge of the casino and gaming scene through a decade and half in the industry, working for both established operators and start-ups before moving over to the affiliate side.

Five Years focussed on US operators

Since 2020, Chris has been solely focussed on providing users with everything they need to know about US casino operators, regulations, and welcome bonuses.

Over 2000 Operator Reviews

Chris has managed the creation and maintenance of over 2000 US iGaming operator reviews, across numerous industry-leading sites.

Recent Professional Experience

Casino.org: Content Manager
December 2024 – Present
Catena Media: Head of Review Content
January 2020 – November 2024

Education

Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University: Post Graduate Business Administration Diploma, Marketing Specialism
2018 – 2019

Awards and Achivements

What makes Chris an expert?

Chris leads a growing team of content editors and freelance writers dedicated exclusively to covering the US online casino market at Casino.org. His goal is to deliver the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available anywhere. With a strong focus on what matters most to prospective casino players – not industry insiders – Chris and his team thoroughly explore key areas like welcome bonuses, promotions, game selection, payout speeds, and customer support. Most importantly, they carefully assess the trustworthiness of each operator, recommending only those that fully comply with all relevant regulatory requirements.

After 15 years in this business, split between operators and affiliates, I do feel I fully understand what issues matter to casino users. In this role, I aim to consistently deliver that information to our readers. I want our readers to easily find the info they are looking for, and maybe a bit extra, always presented in a transparent way. They should have the straight goods when deciding at which online casinos they want to play.

How does Chris stay up to date?

There are multiple ways Chris stays up to date on developments with US casinos. There's no substitute for using the casinos directly, and checking the lobbies for new game titles or exciting promotions. Chris also regularly checks user reviews of the operators to see how players are feeling about the casinos. For broader trends and developments, Chris relies on a variety of industry newsletters and news sources. Here are a couple of his favorites: