(PRESS RELEASE) -- The American Gaming Association today announced the Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2026, recognizing four individuals whose careers have profoundly shaped the legal gaming industry:
- Holly Gagnon, Board Member, Bragg Gaming Group
- Bill G. Lance, Jr., Secretary of State, Chickasaw Nation
- Scott Olive, Principal & Founder, HRG Studios
- Timothy J. “Tim” Wilmott, Retired Chief Executive Officer, PENN Entertainment
“The Gaming Hall of Fame recognizes the individuals whose vision, innovation, and dedication have helped shape today’s legal gaming industry,” said AGA President and CEO Bill Miller. “Holly, Bill, Scott, and Tim have each left a lasting mark through decades of service and leadership. Their contributions have set a high standard for those who follow.”
“This year’s inductees reflect the remarkable breadth of the gaming industry – from commercial and tribal gaming operators to suppliers,” said AGA Chairman Lou Jacobs. “Each of them has helped advance gaming in significant ways, and we’re proud to welcome them to the Gaming Hall of Fame.
Since 1989, the Gaming Hall of Fame has celebrated the achievements of industry legends who have driven the commercial and tribal gaming industry forward. The Class of 2026 will be formally inducted at an invitation-only ceremony during the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas this fall.
This year’s selection committee members include:
- Eric Schippers, SVP, Public Affairs & Government Relations, PENN Entertainment, Inc.
- Mark Fulton, President, Cherokee Nation Entertainment
- Trevor Croker, CEO & Managing Director, Aristocrat Technologies
- Sherri Sosa, SVP, Human Resources, Hard Rock Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
- Mark Lipparelli, Chairman Emeritus, International Center for Responsible Gaming
- Kirsten Clark, Executive Director, IAGA
- Siobhan Lane, Executive Vice President & Chief Executive Officer, Gaming, Light & Wonder; Chair, Global Gaming Women
- Dr. Brett Abarbanel, Executive Director, UNLV International Gaming Institute
- Lou Jacobs, Co-CEO, Delaware North; Chairman, AGA