The Game Association of America announced Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2023, honoring four for their “significant contributions” to the industry.
There are four new members of the Gaming Hall of Fame who are as follows:
- Bill Anuatobi, ruler of the Chickasaw Nation
- Robert Meodonsky, ex CEO, American gaming systems; previous president & CEOAlliance Gaming and President of Bally Gaming
- Jim Morin, former president and CEOAnd MGM international resorts
- Ellen Whittemore, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, Wynn Resorts
“This year’s Gaming Hall of Fame class dedicates industry leaders who have positively transformed businesses and communities through their contributions to gaming,” he said. AGA President and CEO Bill Miller. “From leading casino operations and suppliers to advancing industry regulation and tribal gaming, the far-reaching influences of Bill, Ellen, Jim and Robert on gaming are indelible – and undoubtedly deserving of induction into the Hall of Fame.”
Since 1989, the Gaming Hall of Fame has honored gaming legends, pioneers, and business leaders for their lasting impact on the industry.
The Class of 2023 will be honored during an invitation-only orientation ceremony at the Global Game Show (G2E) in Las Vegas in October.
“The Gaming Hall of Fame honors the diverse ways in which gaming leaders elevate our industry,” he said. AGA Chairman and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming Corporation CEO Jim Allen. “This year’s class epitomizes that principle, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements at G2E 2023.”
Hall of Fame honorees are selected by an independent panel of gaming executives. The members of this year’s selection committee are:
- Brett Abarbanel, Executive Director, International Game Institute, UNLV
- Jim Allen, Chairman, Hard Rock International, Inc CEOSeminole Games
- Kirsten Clark, CEO, International Game Consultants Association
- John Connelly CEOInterblock
- Brian Hansberry, President of Gaming, Delaware North
- Bill Lance, Secretary of State, Chickasaw Nation
- Mark Lipparelli, President, International Center for Responsible Gaming
- Casey Stratford Senior Vice President, Legal Operations and Compliance, Boyd Gaming; President and CEO of Global Gaming Women
- Howard Stutz, Senior Correspondent, Nevada Independent
