Awards and Honors

IGT Wins Multiple Categories at BEGE Awards

IGT ADVANTAGE X won the “Casino Management System of the Year” category, and IGT Resort Wallet with IGT Pay won the “Payment Solutions Provider” category at the 2024 BEGE Awards. Held in conjunction with the Balkan Entertainment & Gaming Expo in Bulgaria, the award program honors companies for their achievements in the European gaming industry.

Darnell Johnson Recognized as a Black Executive on the Rise

IGT’s Darnell Johnson, Vice President, Global Product Management – Video Poker, was named one of CDC Gaming Reports “Black Executives on the Rise.” The program highlights the talents and accomplishments of black executives in the gaming industry.

Shondra DeLoach-Perea Receives GGA “Patty Becker Pay It Forward” Award

IGT’s Shondra DeLoach-Perea, Vice President of Global Gaming Field Services, Call Centers & Technology Operations, was named a recipient of Global Gaming Women’s 2024 “Patty Becker Pay It Forward Award.” The annual award program honors women in the gaming industry who have contributed to GGW's initiatives and help support women in their organization and community.

IGT Wins “Best Slot Product” in 2025 GGB Gaming & Technology Awards

IGT’s Tiger and Dragon slots game won the “Best Slot Product” category in the 2025 GGB Gaming & Technology Awards. IGT Slot Marker and IGT PlaySports won Silver in the Best Consumer-Service Technology and Best Sports Betting Product categories, respectively. Sponsored by Global Gaming Business Magazine, the GGB Gaming & Technology Awards recognize excellence in innovation and practical application in the gaming industry.

Jonathan Smith Named to ELG’s 40 Under 40 Program

IGT’s Jonathan Smith, Senior Director of Sales Strategy, was named an honoree in The Innovation Group and Global Gaming Business’ “Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40” program. The annual awards program recognizes professionals making a significant impact in the gaming industry.

IGT PlayDigital Wins at the 2024 Global Gaming Awards Americas

IGT PlayDigital Engagement Platform won the “Digital Product of the Year” at the 2024 Global Gaming Awards Americas. The acclaimed program is held in conjunction with the Global Gaming Expo ("G2E") in Las Vegas and honors the gaming industry's outstanding performers from the previous 12 months.

Karin Bernkopf Recognized in Women Inspiring Nevada Awards

IGT’s Karin Bernkopf, Vice President of US Gaming Marketing and Creative Services, was recognized in the Vegas Inc. “Women Inspiring Nevada” awards. The annual program recognizes women who lead and influence Southern Nevada, are visionaries in their respective industries, and exemplify the best in leadership, philanthropic efforts, and mentorship within our community.

Two IGT Leaders Honored in Vegas Inc. Top Tech Awards

IGT’s Anthony Andrade, Director of Technology Training & Support Services, and Vinti Weisenberger, Director of Payments Excellence, were honored in Vegas Inc.’s Top Tech Awards. The annual award program honors outstanding individuals contributing to impactful technological innovations throughout Southern Nevada.

Paul Riley and Tracy Butler Honored with NASPL Powers Awards

IGT’s Paul Riley, Vice President of Retail Innovation and Partnerships, and Tracy Butler, Senior Director of Key Accounts, were each honored with a NASPL Powers Award. Each year, the NASPL Powers Awards celebrate the most creative, innovative, and inspiring work produced across the North American lottery industry.

IGT Wins “Lottery Product of the Year” at International Gaming Awards

For the second consecutive year, IGT’s won “Lottery Product of the Year” at the 2024 International Gaming Awards for its multidimensional omnichannel games. The annual awards program recognizes premier online and land-based casino suppliers and operators from around the world and judged by a panel of leading gaming industry professionals.

IGT Named “Best Diversity and Inclusion Employer” at the European Casino Awards

Recognizing technical and practical excellence for gaming operators and suppliers across Europe, IGT was named “Best Diversity and Inclusion Employer” for the third consecutive year at the European Casino Awards. The annual award program is judged by industry experts and professionals.

Gil Rotem Named in Gaming Intelligence Hot 50 List

IGT’s Gil Rotem, President of iGaming, has been recognized in the Gaming Intelligence Hot 50 2024. The program celebrates gaming’s greatest minds who have made a difference in their industry and are in a key position of influence in the coming year.

Jade Luchauer Wins “Don Feeney Award” for Responsible Gambling Excellence

IGT’s Jade Luchauer, Senior Manager Corporate Social Responsibility, was honored with the Don Feeney Award for Responsible Gambling Excellence by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). The annual award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated excellence in responsible gambling efforts.

Renato Ascoli Inducted into Lottery Industry Hall of Fame

IGT’s Renato Ascoli, CEO Global Lottery, was inducted into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2024. The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame was founded by the Public Gaming Research Institute (PGRI) in 2005 as a means of honoring those who have done the most to make the lottery industry the great success that it is today. Membership is reserved for lottery professionals who have promoted excellence and integrity throughout their careers. Each year, former inductees nominate and vote on the final recipients.

IGT Recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” by the DEI

IGT earned a top score in the 2024 Disability Equality Index (DEI) and named a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” for the second consecutive year. The Disability Equality Index is the world's most comprehensive benchmarking tool for Fortune 1000 scope companies to measure disability workplace inclusion inside their organization and to assess performance across industry sectors.

Manniche Alves Makes PBN’s 40 Under 40 List

Providence Business News honored Manniche Alves, IGT Director Field Services Finance, with its "40 Under Forty" award. The program recognizes 40 men and women for their success in their careers and involvement in the local community.

IGT PlaySports Wins “Sportsbook Platform Provider” at EGR North America Awards

Celebrating the most successful and innovative online gaming companies across North America, IGT PlaySports was named “Sportsbook Platform Provider” at the EGR North America Awards. The category recognizes the supplier that has shown extraordinary commercial success while providing the most up-to-date technology to its customers.

IGT Wins Diversity and Inclusion Category at WIG Awards

IGT won the "Diversity and Inclusion" category at the 2024 Women in Gaming (WIG) Diversity & Employee Wellbeing Awards in London for the second consecutive year. The annual awards program honors individuals and organizations for their outstanding commitment to enhancing diversity, equality, and inclusion within the gaming industry.

IGT Wins Multiple Categories at EKG Slot Awards

Recognizing excellence in slot game development, IGT won multiple categories at the EKG Slot Awards. IGT’s Mystery of the Lamp multi-level progressive was named “Top Performing New Premium Game,” while Super Hot Roll Poker won “Top Performing Video Poker Game,” and IGT PlayDigital’s Multihand Blackjack Poker & Pairs game won “Top Performing NEW Online Table Game.”

IGT Wins “Best Game Development Company” at CasinoBeats Awards

Celebrating continued success and innovation across the online casino game development industry, IGT PlayDigital won SlotCatalog’s “Best Game Development Company – North America” category at the CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards.

IGT Recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” by the DEI

IGT earned a top score in the 2023 Disability Equality Index (DEI) and named a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion.” The DEI is a joint initiative established by the American Association of People with Disabilities (the "AAPD"), the nation's largest disability rights organization, and Disability:IN, the global disability inclusion network, to provide benchmarking services to companies on their disability inclusion.

IGT Wins Multiple Categories at Contact Center World Awards – Americas

Three IGT National Response Center employees, Michael Saraiva, Dante Cady, and Andrew Pierce, were ranked #1 and honored with gold in the “Best Operations Manager” category at the Contact Center World Awards – Americas. IGT also won gold in the “Best IT Team in the Americas” category and earned a “Dream Team” award for fostering innovation and collaboration.

Bryan Testen Makes PBN’s 40 Under 40 List

Providence Business News honored Bryan Testen, IGT Senior Director Lottery Finance, with its "40 Under Forty" award. The program recognizes 40 men and women for their success in their careers and involvement in the local community.

IGT Wins Diversity and Inclusion Category at WIG Awards

IGT won the "Diversity and Inclusion" category at the 2023 Women in Gaming (WIG) Diversity & Employee Wellbeing Awards in London. The annual awards program honors individuals and organizations for their outstanding commitment to enhancing diversity, equality, and inclusion within the gaming industry.

Keith Cash Inducted into Lottery Industry Hall of Fame

IGT’s Keith Cash, Vice President and General Manager of Global Instant Tickets, was inducted into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2023. The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame was founded by the Public Gaming Research Institute (PGRI) in 2005 as a means of honoring those who have done the most to make the lottery industry the great success that it is today. Membership is reserved for lottery professionals who have promoted excellence and integrity throughout their careers. Each year, former inductees nominate and vote on the final recipients.

IGT Earns Two SBC North America Awards

IGT was named the “Sportsbook Supplier of the Year” and earned silver in the “Lottery Supplier of the Year” category at the SBC North America Awards. The distinguished program recognizes and celebrates the achievements of the best iGaming and sports betting operators, affiliates, and suppliers.

Ramya Pulipati Named one of Vegas Inc.’s 40 Under 40

IGT’s Ramya Pulipati was recognized by the Las Vegas Sun as one of Vegas Inc.’s 40 Under 40 . The celebrated program honors Southern Nevada’s most remarkable young professionals in a variety of industries.

IGT Wins Multiple Categories at EKG Slot Awards

Recognizing excellence in slot game development, IGT won four highly coveted awards at the EKG Slot Awards. The Company won the “Most Improved Supplier – Premium” category and the DiamondRS won “Top Performing Mechanical Reel Cabinet.” IGT’s Ultimate X Poker won “Top Performing Video Poker Game” and Wheel of Fortune High Roller video slots was recognized as “Top Performing Third-Party IP-Branded Game.”

IGT Achieves Two Wins at 2023 European Casino Awards  

IGT won two distinct categories at the 2023 European Casino Awards. The PeakSlant49 cabinet won “Best Slot Machine,” and the Company won its second consecutive “Best Diversity and Inclusion Employer” award. The annual program, judged by industry experts and professionals, recognizes technical and practical excellence for gaming operators and suppliers across Europe.

IGT Wins “Lottery Product of the Year” at International Gaming Awards  

Demonstrating its innovative product offering, IGT’s progressive eInstants were named “Lottery Product of the Year” at the 2023 International Gaming Awards. Judged by a panel of leading gaming industry professionals, the annual awards program recognizes the premier iGaming and land-based casino suppliers and operators from around the world.

IGT Named “Casino Supplier of the Year” at 2023 Global Gaming Awards London   

For the third consecutive year, IGT was named “Casino Supplier of the Year” at the 2023 Global Gaming Awards London. Led by Gambling Insider, the annual EMEA-focused awards program recognizes and rewards gaming's strongest performers across the previous 12 months and is among the industry's most trusted and respected awards.

IGT Recognized at the 2023 Casino Inside - Romania Gala Awards   

IGT was named “The Most Dynamic Gaming Machine Manufacturer in the Romanian Market for 2022” at the REUNION of Gambling Professionals and Casino Inside Gala Awards in Bucharest. The event brings together and recognizes the achievements of the best-known brands in the Romanian gaming industry.

IGT’s Rachel Barber Named one of GGB Magazine’s 25 People to Watch   

In January, Global Gaming Business (GGB) named Rachel Barber, IGT Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer, Gaming, as one of its 25 People to Watch for 2023. The high-profile distinction recognizes the honorees’ accomplishments and significant impact on the gaming industry. Barber was cited for her role in continuing IGT’s cashless rollout in 2023, plus other strategic initiatives related to technology, product innovation, and R&D. 

IGT Earns “Equality 100 Award” for LGBTQ+ Inclusion by the HRC

IGT received a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index (CEI) and earned the “Equality 100 Award: Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion” designation. The CEI is the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.

Sara Condo Recognized as “Compliance Professional of the Year” at Global Regulatory Awards

IGT’s Sara Condo, IGT Director of Global Regulatory Compliance, was honored as “Compliance Professional of the Year” at the 2023 Global Regulatory Awards. The awards program, hosted by Vixio Gambling Compliance, recognizes and celebrates the achievements of individuals, teams and organizations across the gambling industry who have excelled in compliance, corporate social responsibility, and safer gambling.

IGT Wins “Innovative Product of the Year” at BEGE Awards

IGT’s M5 IGT Advantage™ product won the “Innovative Product of the Year” award at the 2023 BEGE Awards. Held in conjunction with the Balkan Entertainment & Gaming Expo in Bulgaria, the award program honors individuals and companies for their contributions and achievements in the European gaming and entertainment industry. 

IGT Named a Top Employer in the US and Canada by Top Employers Institute

IGT was recognized as a Top Employer in the U.S. and Canada by the Top Employers Institute, a global authority in recognizing excellence in people practices. The Top Employers Institute independently certified that IGT is an employer of choice and joins more than 2,100 organizations in more than 120 countries.

IGT Recognized as High-Ranking Gaming Supplier by All-In Diversity Project

IGT achieved a high score and was recognized by the All-In Diversity Project as a high-ranking gaming supplier in the 2023 All-In Index™ report. The All-In Diversity Project is an industry-led not-for-profit initiative seeking to benchmark diversity, equality and inclusion across the global betting and gaming industry.

Michelle Carney Honored with Lottery Lifetime Achievement Award

IGT’s Michelle Carney, IGT Vice President of Global Lottery Marketing, was honored with the Major Peter J. O’Connell Lottery Industry Lifetime Achievement Award at the PGRI Lottery Expo. Recipients of the award are recognized for their distinguished careers and lifetime of dedication to the success of government lotteries.

Three IGT Leaders Win NASPL Powers Award

IGT’s Nancy Wallace, Indiana Sales Project Manager, Ronald Roberts, Wisconsin Database Administrator, and Treacherry Kelly, South Carolina Data Center Manager, were honorees of the 2023 NASPL Powers Award. The annual NASPL Awards honor the most creative, innovative, and inspiring work produced across the North American lottery industry.

IGT PlaySports Wins Silver in the 2023 GGB Gaming & Technology Awards

IGT PlaySports won silver for “Best Sports Betting Product” in the 2023 GGB Gaming & Technology Awards. Sponsored by Global Gaming Business Magazine, the GGB Gaming & Technology Awards recognize excellence in innovation and practical application in the gaming industry.

IGT Wins “Casino Product of the Year” at the BEGE Awards 

IGT’s USwitch Clover Edition Purple multi-game pack on the PeakSlant32 cabinet won “Casino Product of the Year” at the 2022 BEGE Awards. Held during the Balkan Entertainment & Gaming Expo in Bulgaria, the award program honors individuals and companies for their contributions and achievements in the European gaming and entertainment industry. 

IGT’s Rachelle Rabago Honored in Vegas Inc 2022 Top Tech Awards 

In November, Rachelle Rabago, IGT VP of Technology, Casino Systems R&D, and Global Systems Services, was honored in the Vegas Inc 2022 Top Tech Awards. Created in partnership with Cox Business, the program recognizes innovative tech leaders who move businesses in Southern Nevada and represent an array of industries, including gaming.   

IGT Wins at 2022 Global Gaming Awards Las Vegas

IGT’s PeakBarTop with Sports Betting won the "Land-Based Product of the Year" category at the 2022 Global Gaming Awards. The Global Gaming Awards Las Vegas is held in conjunction with the Global Gaming Expo ("G2E") and honors the gaming industry's outstanding performers from the previous 12 months.

IGT Director of Game Development Stephanie Quiles Named to ELG’s 40 Under 40 Program

Stephanie Quiles, IGT Director of Game Development, was recognized by Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) and Global Gaming Business magazine as an honoree in the 2023 “ELG 40 Under 40" program. Quiles was honored at a reception in conjunction with the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

IGT’s Prosperity Link Slots game won the “Best Slot Product” category in the 2022 GGB Gaming & Technology Awards. IGT also earned the Silver recognition in the “Best Productivity-Enhancement Technology” category for its IGT ADVANTAGE™ in the Cloud system. Sponsored by Global Gaming Business Magazine, the GGB Gaming & Technology Awards recognize excellence in innovation and practical application in the gaming industry.

Victoria Dolan Recognized as “Leader of the Year” at 2022 Women in Gaming Diversity & Employee Wellbeing Awards

Victoria Dolan, IGT Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, PlayDigital, won the “Leader of the Year” award in the 2022 Women in Gaming Diversity & Employee Wellbeing Awards. The annual awards program recognizes individuals and organizations for outstanding devotion to enhancing equality, diversity and inclusion.

Five IGT Leaders Win 2022 NASPL Powers Awards

Five IGT leaders were honored with the 2022 NASPL Powers Awards – South Dakota Account Development Manager Jess Wright, Washington Account Development Manager Shannon Struemph, Kentucky Account Development Manager Mark Hackney, IGT Texas Regional Sales Manager Linda Sanderson and IGT Indiana Key Account Manager Jenny Barber. The Powers Award recognize significant contributions lottery and vendor employees have made through exceptional job performance.

Bruce Parkes, IGT Systems Engineer, was honored by Providence Business News in receiving a “Leaders & Achievers” award. PBN recognizes leaders and achievers over 50 for their notable success and strong leadership in their fields and to the region.

IGT Wins Multiple Categories at Contact Center World Awards – Americas

Three IGT National Response Center employees were honored as “Top Ranking Performers” by the Contact Center World Awards – Americas. Winning gold was IGT’s Alana Goodinson for “Best Contact Center Trainer,” Zachary Caruso for “Best Analyst,” and Kasaun Jordan won silver for “Best Contact Center Support Professional – Workforce Planning.”

Lauren Malloy Named to PBN’s 40 Under Forty

Providence Business News honored IGT’s People Communication Specialist Lauren Malloy with its "40 Under Forty" award. The program recognizes 40 men and women for their success in their careers and involvement in the community.

Kimberly Houston Honored in PBN’s Business Women Awards 

IGT’s Senior Manager of Global Communications Kimberly Houston was named a “Woman to Watch” in Providence Business News' Business Women Awards. The awards program recognizes the success of young professional women and business leaders in various industries.        

IGT Achieves Multiple Wins at The Casino Awards 

At the 2022 Casino Awards in London, IGT was recognized with four distinct honors. In the product category, Regal Riches™ won Best Slot Game and the PeakSlant32™ cabinet Best Slot Machine. In addition, Floor Manager™ was awarded Best New Innovative Product. The Company was also named Best Diversity and Inclusion Employer. The Casino Awards honor the very best products, operators, and professionals in the European casino industry and are judged by a panel of gaming experts. 

IGT Wins Multi-Channel Supplier of the Year at 2022 International Gaming Awards

IGT was honored for its leadership in cross-platform content and technology by winning the "Multi-Channel Supplier of the Year" designation in the 2022 International Gaming Awards. The annual awards program recognizes leading iGaming and land-based casino suppliers and operators from around the world and is judged by a panel of gaming industry professionals.

IGT Named Casino Supplier of the Year at 2022 Global Gaming Awards London

IGT won the Casino Supplier of the Year at the 2022 Global Gaming Awards London for the second consecutive year. The annual EMEA-focused awards program recognizes the gaming industry's strongest performers across the previous 12 months. Winners were selected by a panel of 60 gaming industry executives.

In February, IGT won two global awards for service excellence from Contact Center World, the world's largest contact center association. The Help Desk Award celebrated IGT's world-class team of over 150 people supporting lottery and gaming customers in various jurisdictions through the Company's National Response Center. In addition, Cristina Merches, coordinator, workforce planning, was named Best Contact Center Support Professional.

IGT Designated "Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality" by Human Rights Campaign Foundation

In January, the Company announced that it had received a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation's 2022 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), earning the coveted "Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality" designation. The nation's leading benchmarking survey for LGBTQ+ equality in the workplace, the CEI evaluates corporate policies and practices to measure an employer's commitment to workplace equality. 

IGT's Gil Rotem Named one of GGB Magazine's People to Watch 

In January, Global Gaming Business (GGB) Magazine named IGT iGaming President Gil Rotem among its 25 People to Watch for 2022, ranking the veteran digital gaming leader among a select group driving growth in the gaming industry. Rotem was cited for his 20 years' experience in the European iGaming market and his ongoing commitment to creating engaging player experiences. 

 

IGT Wins Two SBC North America Awards

At the 2021 SBC North America Awards, IGT was named “Platform Provider of the Year” for its widespread deployment of the PlaySports platform and its position as a leading B2B sports betting supplier in the U.S., and was awarded “Land-Based Betting & Gaming Product” for its highly innovative omnichannel wide area progressive gaming solution for Canada, Powerbucks™ slots. 

Joe Asher Inducted into Sports Betting Hall of Fame

IGT’s President of Sports Betting, Joe Asher, was also honored at the trade show with induction into the Sports Betting Hall of Fame. SBC created the Sports Betting Hall of Fame in 2016, to recognize individuals who have contributed to the industry over the course of their careers with a lasting legacy.

Vegas Inc. Honors Sonal Chablani in 2021 Top Tech Awards

Sonal Chablani, IGT Director, U.S. Systems Delivery and Support Services, was honored in Vegas Inc.’s 2021 Top Tech Awards for her key contributions to the Company’s leadership in casino systems and cashless gaming technologies. The 2021 Top Tech Awards represent a diverse group of 12 honorees making a difference in nearly every sector—education, government, health care, hotel/gaming, nonprofit and more—through the power of technology.

Jade Luchauer Honored in Global Regulatory Awards 2021

Jade Luchauer, IGT Manager Corporate Social Responsibility, won the “Outstanding Individual Contribution to Responsible Gaming” award in the Global Regulatory Awards 2021. The independently judged, annual awards program is coordinated by Gambling Compliance and is designed to recognize and reward individuals and teams who work tirelessly to set new standards in compliance and responsibility across the global gambling industry.

IGT National Response Center Wins ContactCenterWorld Awards

Congratulations to employees at the IGT National Response Center who continued IGT’s winning tradition and earned top honors in the 2021 ContactCenterWorld Awards. IGT won Gold for “Best Help Desk” and Cristina Velasquez Merches won Gold for “Best Contact Support Professional – Workforce Planning.”

Three IGT Leaders Honored with 2021 Powers Awards

IGT South Carolina Account Development Manager Tim Hallet, IGT Virginia Marketing Manager Brian Janecek and IGT Indiana Procurement Director Pamela Conway, were named recipients of the 2021 Powers Award during North American Association of State & Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) DeskCon. The Powers Award, named after one of NASPL’s founders – the late Edward J. Powers, recognize significant contributions lottery and vendor employees have made through exceptional job performance.

IGT Wins “Best Consumer-Service Technology”

IGT’s CrystalBetting™ Terminal with multigame content won Gold in the “Best Consumer-Service Technology” category of the 2021 GGB Gaming & Technology Awards. IGT recently named this unique hardware and software combination that delivers the ultimate VIP betting and gaming experience, IGT’s CrystalFlex. Sponsored by highly respected Global Gaming Business Magazine, the GGB Gaming & Technology Awards are judged by a diverse panel of gaming industry professionals and recognize and encourage innovation and technology in the rapidly changing casino industry.

IGT Wins "Product Innovation of the Year"

IGT Resort Wallet™ and IGTPay™ modules of the IGT ADVANTAGE™ casino management system was named "Product Innovation of the Year" in the 2021 Global Gaming Awards Las Vegas. As the industry's only fully integrated cashless solution, Resort Wallet with IGTPay provides a seamless player experience that enables players to transfer funds to and from their PIN-protected Cashless Wagering Account to various casino games and personal funding sources in a single secure cashless ecosystem. The Global Gaming Awards Las Vegas program is held each year in conjunction with the Global Gaming Expo ("G2E") and recognizes and rewards the gaming industry's strongest performers of the previous year.

Wendy Montgomery Inducted into Lottery Industry Hall of Fame

IGT Senior Vice President of Global Brand, Marketing and Communications Wendy Montgomery was inducted into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2021 for her pivotal role in the industry. The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame was founded by Public Gaming Research Institute (PGRI) in 2005 as a means of honoring those who have done the most to make the lottery industry the great success that it is today. Membership is reserved for lottery professionals who have promoted excellence and integrity throughout their careers. Each year, former inductees nominate and vote on the final recipients.

Knute Knudson, Jr. Inducted into American Gaming Association's Gaming Hall of Fame

Long-time IGT Executive Knute Knudson, Jr., Vice President of Global Business Development and Tribal Ambassador, was honored for his immense impact and contributions to tribal gaming growth, joining American Gaming Association's (AGA) Gaming Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2021. Induction into the Gaming Hall of Fame is the highest honor accorded by the gaming industry. Each year, two or more individuals who have distinguished themselves through significant contributions receive this honor, and are selected by an independent panel of gaming leaders.

IGT Wins “Best Innovative Products” at UGW Awards 2021

IGT topped 11 competitors to win the award for ‘Best Innovative Products” at the Ukrainian Gaming Week (UGW) Awards , reflecting the Company’s range of gaming products across its entire portfolio. The UGW Awards recognize leading gambling market players as part of Ukrainian Gaming Week 2021. The winners represent the best of the gambling industry, demonstrating success in product development, professional activities, and growth.

Jennifer Bowman and Shondra Deloach-Perea Recognized in the 2021 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards

Jennifer Bowman, IGT Senior Director EMEA and LAC Marketing, Gaming, was honored with the “Outstanding Contribution” award. Shondra Deloach-Perea, IGT Vice President Field Services, Call Center & Technology Operations, was honored with the “Innovation in Employee Engagement” award. The annual awards program rewards and recognizes individuals and organizations for outstanding devotion to enhancing equality, diversity, and inclusion.

IGT Wins "Technology Provider of the Year" and "Lottery Product of the Year"

IGT Resort Wallet and IGTPay cashless technologies and IGT Mobile Lottery Solution garnered global accolades at the 2021 International Gaming Awards. IGT's Technology Provider of the Year nomination was anchored in the Company's leadership as a cashless gaming technology supplier through its Resort Wallet and IGTPay modules to the IGT ADVANTAGE® casino management system. IGT's Mobile Lottery Solution is the performance-driving solution that captured the Lottery Product of the Year distinction. The International Gaming Awards is a global awards program that recognizes excellence across the gaming, lottery, and iGaming sectors and is judged by a panel of gaming industry professionals.

Nick Oliveira Named to PBN’s 40 Under Forty

Providence Business News honored IGT’s Director of Procurement Nick Oliveira with its 40 Under Forty Award. Nick was one of 40 Rhode Islanders recognized for their hard work in the office and in their local communities.

IGT Wins "Casino Supplier of the Year"

IGT won the "Casino Supplier of the Year" award in the 2021 Global Gaming Awards London program. Powered by Gambling Insider magazine, the Global Gaming Awards London is an annual, EMEA-focused awards program that recognizes excellence and performance across the casino gaming industry. Winners were selected by a panel of 50 gaming industry CEOs.

Kim Lee Makes 2021 List of Top 100 Diversity Officers

IGT Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion Kim Lee was named to the National Diversity Council’s 2021 list of Top 100 Diversity Officers. The Top 100 Diversity Officers awards program recognizes the efforts of individuals who have the leadership and counsel to advance diversity and inclusion initiatives, and provide innovative solutions that strategically prioritize the preservation and advocation for diverse talent in the workplace.

IGT Wins “Sustainable Business Award” in 2020 Industry Community Awards

IGT won the "Sustainable Business Award" for gaming industry suppliers in the 2020 Industry Community Awards. In its inaugural year, the Industry Community Awards recognizes companies and individuals within the gaming industry that have gone above and beyond in helping others and in tackling major issues brought on by the pandemic.

IGT Recognized in All-In Diversity Project’s Workplace Inclusivity Report

IGT was been recognized by the All-In Diversity Project (“AIDP”) as one of the highest-ranking participants in AIDP’s 2019 All-Index™ report, an annually published benchmarking tool that measures the global gaming and betting industry’s progress toward inclusion in the workplace.

Global Gaming Business Names Jennifer Palumbo Fales to 40 Under 40 Class of 2021

Jennifer Palumbo Fales, IGT Vice President of Global Brand Licensing, was named to Global Gaming Business Magazine’s Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 Class of 2021. The annual awards program recognizes young professionals making significant impacts in the casino gaming industry. 

Three IGT Products Named Casino Journal’s 2020 “Top 20 Most Innovative Gaming Technology Product Awards”

IGT’s Hexbreaker 3 slots game, PeakBarTop cabinet and PlaySports Bank and PlaySports Pod were all winners of Casino Journal's 2020 "Top 20 Most Innovative Gaming Technology Products Awards." IGT was the only gaming supplier to win three positions on the esteemed 20-product list of gaming innovations.

Scott Gunn Inducted into Lottery Industry Hall of Fame

Scott Gunn, IGT's Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs, was inducted into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2020. The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame was founded by PGRI in 2005 as a means of honoring those who have done the most to make the lottery industry the great success that it is today. Membership is reserved for lottery professionals who have promoted excellence and integrity throughout their careers. 

IGT’s latest Sustainability Report has ranked in the Top 10 worldwide in the Credibility Through Assurance category of the 2020 CR Reporting Awards. IGT’s annual report was selected by a voting jury of registered CRRA stakeholders for seventh place among entries from multiple industries and sectors around the world. The CRRA is the only independent annual global awards program recognizing organizations that set new standards of excellence and leadership in corporate social responsibility reporting.

Tuan Dang Named to PBN’s 40 Under Forty

Providence Business News honored IGT’s Director of Corporate Finance Tuan Dang with its 40 Under Forty Award. Tuan was one of 40 Rhode Islanders recognized for their hard work in the office and in their local communities.

Wendy Montgomery Honored with PBN’s C-Suite Award

IGT Senior Vice President of Global Brand, Marketing and Communications Wendy Montgomery was honored with Providence Business News’ C-Suite Award for her excellence in leadership at the Company. The annual awards program honors top executives in the public, private and nonprofit sectors for their efforts as innovators, trailblazers, role models and leaders in the community.

Eilers & Krejcik Honor IGT with Two Awards

IGT’s Ultimate X™ Poker was named Top Performing Video Poker Game and IGT was named Most Improved Supplier-Core at the 2020 EKG Slot Awards held in March. The awards recognize excellence in slot game development in the casino gaming industry and were determined using a data-driven process in consultation with a distinguished advisory board.

Three IGT Leaders Named to iGaming Post’s “26 Influential Women for 2020” 

iGaming Post named IGT’s Rachel Barber, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer; Jennifer Bowman, Senior Director of Marketing; and Vanessa Chan, Vice President of Business Development, Asia Pacific to its gaming industry’s 26 Influential Women for 2020. The list, independently compiled by the publication’s editors, celebrates women leaders who have made a significant impact on the gaming business.

IGT’s Fortune Coin™ Video Slots Wins “Best Slot Game”

IGT’s Fortune Coin™ Video Slots was named the Best Slot Game at the British Casino Awards held in conjunction with the 2020 ICE London trade show. The British Casino Awards' Best Slot Game award goes to a game launched in 2019 that gained popularity in the British gaming sector. The category shortlist was determined by an online industry vote, with independent industry experts selecting the winning title.

IGT Wins "Slot Provider of the Year"

IGT was named the Slot Provider of the Year at the International Gaming Awards held in conjunction with the 2020 ICE London trade show. The International Gaming Awards' Slot Provider of the Year distinction goes to the company that has shown innovation through products with exciting games that have engaged customers over the last year. The winners were determined by a panel of international gaming industry experts.

IGT Selected for 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

IGT was one of 325 companies across 50 industries selected for the 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the Company’s commitment to progressing diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index distinguishes companies committed to advancing women’s equality and transparently reporting gender data.

Kim Lee Named 25 People to Watch in 2020 by Global Gaming Business

IGT Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion Kim Lee was named to Global Gaming Business Magazine’s “20 People to Watch in 2020.” The magazine honored Kim as one of the gaming industry’s most visible proponents of diversity and inclusion.

Dan Farnon, IGT Director of Strategic Accounts, Wins Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 under 40 Award

In October, Dan Farnon, IGT Director of Strategic Accounts, was honored with an Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 under 40 Award from The Innovation Group and Global Gaming Business magazine. Farnon was recognized at a reception in conjunction with the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

IGT ADVANTAGE® Systems Player Experience Product Suite Wins Best Consumer-Service Technology Award from Global Gaming Business Magazine

In October, IGT ADVANTAGE® systems Player Experience Product Suite won the top honor in the Best Consumer-Service Technology Category from Global Gaming Business magazine's 18th Annual Gaming and Technology Awards. The awards recognize excellence in innovation and practical application in all gaming disciplines, with the Best Consumer-Service Technology category honoring groundbreaking advances in solutions aimed at players.

IGT Wins a Pride of Gaming Award

In September, IGT won a Pride of Gaming Award in recognition of its ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. IGT was selected as a winner by the CasinoBeats editorial team.

IGT Wins “Diverse and Inclusive Team of the Year” Award at 2019 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards

In May, IGT won the "Diverse and Inclusive Team of the Year" award at the 10th annual Women in Gaming Diversity Awards, in London. The global awards program honors excellence in promoting diversity and inclusion within the gaming industry.

Rachel Barber Wins Technical Services Industry Leader Award

In April, Providence Business News (PBN) in Rhode Island announced that Rachel Barber, IGT Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, has been named Industry Business Leader in the Technical Services category of the 2019 PBN Business Women Awards. With more than 25 years of global technology leadership, Rachel was selected for the award for her exceptional skills, talent, work ethic, and accomplishments.

IGT Products Take Three Prizes at Eilers-Krejcik Slot Awards Show

In February, IGT won three awards for our products and content at the Eilers-Krejcik Gaming Slot Awards Show in Las Vegas. The awards recognize excellence in slot game development in the casino gaming industry and were determined using a data-driven process in consultation with a distinguished advisory board.

Ultimate X Poker™ was named the Top-Performing Video Poker Game; MEGATOWER™ won Top-Performing New Cabinet - Premium; and Wheel of Fortune® Gold Spin™ Triple Red Hot 7s™ was awarded Top-Performing Third-Party IP Branded Game.

IGT’s GameTouch™ 20 Wins Lottery Product of the Year

In February, IGT’s GameTouch™ 20 self-service lottery vending machine won Lottery Product of the Year at the 12th annual International Gaming Awards in London, U.K. The GameTouch 20 features an intuitive interface and a landscape-oriented screen tilted at an angle to ensure a natural and easy user experience for players. The award, issued by a panel of independent judges, goes to the company that has shown the best in practices over the last 12 months; demonstrated their offering to be innovative and engaging to customers; and delivered a range of lottery games and approaches with the best options for play.

 

Michelle Schenk is a Rising Star

In October 2018, Michelle Schenk, Senior Manager for Global Communications, won the Rising Star Award from the Great Women of Gaming Awards in Nevada for her outstanding contribution to the gaming industry.

Matthew Whalen inducted into Lottery Industry Hall of Fame

In September 2018, Matthew Whalen, IGT's Senior Vice President, Operations, North America Lottery, was inducted into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame. Recipients of this award are a credit to the industry and join a select and distinguished group of world lottery professionals. Membership is reserved for lottery professionals who have promoted excellence and integrity throughout their careers. 

Sandra Beaver is a Woman to Watch

In August 2018, Sandra Beaver, Chief Financial Officer of North America Gaming and Interactive, was selected as a Woman to Watch by Nevada Business Magazine for her passion, wisdom, and drive in her career.

Kevin Keough Honored with Patriot Award

In August 2018, Kevin Keough, IGT Director of Environmental Health & Safety, won the prestigious Patriot Award from the Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR), a U.S. Department of Defense agency that promotes a culture where all American employers support and value the military service of their employees.

James Pierson Receives Powers Award at the NASPL Professional Development Seminar
In July 2018, James Pierson, IGT Indiana Program Manager, received a Powers Award from the North American Association of State & Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) in recognition of his critical thinking, innovation, creativity, and dedication to his trade.

Elizabeth Chwalk and Steve Mooney Rank Among Providence’s 40 under Forty

In July 2018, Providence Business News honored Investor Relations Manager Elizabeth Chwalk and Senior Technology Manager Steven Mooney with its 40 under Forty Award. Elizabeth and Steven were recognized for their hard work in the office and in their local communities.

Bob Beauparlant Wins a Silver Stevie Award

In June 2018, Bob Beauparlant, Vice President of Product Development, Lottery and Core platforms, accepted a silver Stevie Award for IGT’s work on our lottery core system, Aurora™, in the category of Excellence in Application Modernization.

Angela Houslay Recognized for B2B Excellence

In May 2018, Angela Houslay, Senior Director of International Systems Sales, won the B2B Excellence Award at the 2018 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards in London for her dedication, commitment, and Customer First approach to systems account management.

IGT Wins "Lottery Product of the Year" at the 11th Annual International Gaming Awards

In February 2018, IGT won the award for IGT PlaySpot™ Lottery mobile solution at the International Gaming Awards in London, which recognize excellence and innovation for technology, products, and services that enhance the gaming experience.

Jennifer Bowman, named “Leader of the Year” at the Women in Gaming Awards
Jennifer Bowman was named “Leader of the Year” at the Women in Gaming (WiG) Awards presented on May 12 in London, U.K. WiG is an annual event that recognizes exceptional female team leaders within their organizations and their contributions toward the success of their businesses. This year, IGT had nominees across multiple categories.

IGT Mexico Awarded For Social Responsibility
IGT’s Mexico lottery team celebrated its first-ever certification as a socially responsible organization for its efforts to improve its community. Among examples proving its commitment to social responsibility, the team cited After School Advantage launches in March and October 2015 in Mexico City.

IGT Receives the iCAP Re-Certification
IGT announced the achievement of the Internet Responsible Gambling Compliance Assessment Program (iCAP) re-certification. The iCAP certification provides assurance to operators and consumers that IGT's business-to-consumer websites and IGT platforms offered in the business-to-business market are compliant with the Internet Responsible Gambling Standards.  

IGT Honored in Casino Journal's Top 20 Most Innovative Gaming Technology Products Awards
IGT’s SPHINX 4D™ game and Cardless Connect™ mobile software solution were named as two of Casino Journal's Top 20 Most Innovative Gaming Technology Products Awards. Casino Journal recognizes the most innovative technology offerings in the gaming industry. The awards are evaluated by a panel of judges who represent a cross-section of the industry.

IGT Wins "Casino Equipment Supplier" at the 10th Annual International Gaming Awards
IGT won the award for “Casino Equipment Supplier” at the 10th Annual International Gaming Awards. The International Gaming Awards recognize excellence and innovation for technology, products and services that enhance the gaming experience.

IGT Wins “Best User Experience in Mobile” at International Gaming Awards
IGT won “Best User Experience in Mobile” at the 9th Annual International Gaming Awards in London on February 1. The International Gaming Awards recognize excellence and innovation for technology, products and services that enhance the gaming experience. IGT’s leading mobile technology solutions were recognized for providing operators with comprehensive and convenient product solutions. As provider of the Best User Experience in Mobile, IGT is recognized for its innovation with solutions such as OnPremise, which leverages simple, intuitive apps to integrate mobile, online and retail gaming. IGT has also recently introduced Mobile Host and Mobile Responder, to enable operators to reduce service response time and enhances the player experience.

IGT’s Global Technology Solutions Support Organization Reaffirms CMMI® Level 3 Rating
IGT announced that it has been appraised at Level 3 of the CMMI Institute’s Capability Maturity Model Integration for Development (CMMI®-DEV), version 1.3 for IGT’s Global Technology Lotteries Support organization. While IGT received its initial maturity Level 3 rating in 2004, this latest appraisal confirms IGT’s continued commitment to following established industry best practices while providing high quality software solutions and services.  CMMI® Level 3 rating is highly coveted due to its rigorous assessment of a vendor’s software and systems engineering, program management, and organizational process management capabilities.

IGT Senior Vice President, North America, Jay Gendron Inducted Into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame
Jay Gendron, the Company’s Senior Vice President, North America, was inducted into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2015. Gendron was honored at the induction ceremony, which took place during the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) Annual Conference and Trade Show on Oct. 15, in Dallas, Texas. The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame honors those who have done the most to make the lottery industry the great success that it is today.

IGT Wins Two 2015 Global Gaming Awards
IGT kicked off the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) by winning two coveted awards in the 2015 Global Gaming Awards. IGT’s S3000™ cabinet was named “Casino Product of the Year” and IGT’s Powerbucks™ game was named “Land-Based Gaming Innovation of the Year.”

Sencillito Awarded First Place for National Customer Satisfaction Awards
IGT’s Chilean commercial service brand, Sencillito, was awarded first place in the Bill Payment Services category as part of ProCalidad’s National Customer Satisfaction Awards.

IGT’s National Response Center Honored for Best Technology Innovation
The National Response Center (NRC) made its fifth appearance at ContactCenterWorld’s annual Best in Americas awards in Orlando, Florida in June. IGT received top honors in two categories: Best Technology Innovation, Internal Solution, and Best Contact Center Trainer, which was awarded to Anthony Andrade, Senior Training Manager.

IGT Receives WLA’s First CSR Certification for Vendors
IGT received the World Lottery Association’s (WLA) first CSR certification for vendors; released its eighth annual Sustainability Report; participated in the National Council on Problem Gambling’s annual conference; and joined the American Gaming Association’s new CSR committee.

Italian Legal Team Named “Legal Department of the Year"
In recognition of the legal work done as part of the acquisition of legacy IGT, IGT’s Italian legal team was named “Legal Department of the Year” at the fourth annual Le Fonti International Awards ceremony, held on June 11, in Milan. The Le Fonti International Awards recognizes Italian companies for excellence in various fields such as legal, finance, and human resources as part of the IAIR International Awards program.

Sylvia Dietz Named Industry Achiever of the Year 
Sylvia Dietz, Vice President of Global Marketing, Gaming, was awarded the Industry Achiever of the Year award at The Women in Gaming Awards. This award is given to the most influential woman in the industry who has made a significant contribution to the success of her organization, has shown dedication and commitment, and has influenced the development of the gaming industry.

IGT Is The Six-Time Reigning Champion at eGR B2B Awards
IGT has retained its Lottery Software Supplier of the Year title at the prestigious eGaming Review B2B Awards. The Company was rewarded for its market-leading Interactive offering, which includes a complete suite of solutions, services, and professional expertise that allows operators to engage their players on any Interactive channel.

IGT Receives 13 Telly Awards For Outstanding Video Production
International Game Technology PLC took home 13 awards at the 36th annual Telly Awards, including three of the competition’s top honors, the Silver Telly. The awards honor excellence in video production in television commercials, videos, films, Web commercials and more. IGT was honored for several video projects promoting the company’s casino products including James Cameron’s Avatar Treasures of Pandora, the CrystalCore cabinet and the S3000 cabinet, all of which received the Silver Telly Award in respective categories of business-to-business, directing and use of branding.

IGT Reno Awarded Gold LEED Certification 
IGT Reno earned a LEED Gold certification. LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) is a green building rating system that addresses the impacts of a building’s lifecycle on the environment, which is based on conserving energy and water, providing resources for healthier and safer occupants, all while lowering operational costs. The Reno facility is projected to save approximately $1.5 million over the next 10 years by maintaining LEED standards.

Providence Business News Honors Connie Laverty O’Connor with the Career Achievement Award
Connie Laverty O’Connor was recently honored at Providence Business News’ (PBN) eighth Business Women Awards Luncheon on May 29. PBN created this award to recognize outstanding female business leaders in Rhode Island, with top honors for Career Achievement and Outstanding Mentor. 

SPHINX 3D Game Wins “Best in Show”
IGT’s SPHINX 3D™ game won first place at the Southern Gaming Summit in Biloxi, Mississippi. This annual award was voted upon by Southern Gaming Summit attendees, who cast their votes for the SPHINX 3D game based on the best overall appearance, entertainment value, bonus rounds, and various other attributes.  

IGT named Lottery Software Supplier of the Year at 2015 eGaming Review B2B Awards 
IGT was awarded Lottery Software Supplier of the Year title at 2015 eGaming Review B2B Awards. IGT has won the award on every occasion that the ceremony has been held. The annual eGaming Review B2B Awards celebrates the best service providers and B2B suppliers in the online gaming industry.

BEJEWELED™ 3D Wins First Place In CEM Award
IGT’s BEJEWELED 3D won first place in Casino Enterprise Management (CEM) Magazine’s 9th Annual Slot Floor Technology Awards. IGT also won second place for the S3000 cabinet. The CEM awards were in conjunction with the Indian Gaming Convention and Tradeshow in San Diego, California. A panel of industry leaders voted to crown the Top 10 Slot Floor Products of 2015.