Industry Awards
PAGCOR CHIEF NAMED ‘EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR’ AT GLOBAL GAMING AWARDS
Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco was voted “Executive of the Year” in the prestigious Global Gaming Awards Asia-Pacific 2024 held at the Conrad Hotel in Pasay City on Tuesday, June 4.
Runner-up for the award was MGM China President and COO Hubert Wang while Aristocrat Gaming’s General Manager for Asia Lloyd Robson and Jade Entertainment and Gaming Technologies Founder and CEO Joe Pisano were at joint third place.
Mr. Tengco said he did not expect to win the award but that it “validated the efforts that we have been putting over the past two years. It also proved that we are leading the agency in the right direction.”
“This award inspires me to work harder so that our plans and aspirations for PAGCOR may become a reality during my tenure as chairman and CEO,” he said.
The Global Gaming Awards is a project of gaming publication Gambling Insider and is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the industry.
Mariya Savova, the event manager, congratulated this year’s winners and those who were shortlisted, adding that “nomination alone is still a fantastic achievement.”
“The Philippines is now the most dynamic and innovative gaming market in Asia with developments in both the land-based and online verticals, so it certainly was a great pleasure to have the Global Gaming Awards Asia-Pacific here in Manila today,” she said during the ceremony.
This year’s panel of judges includes:
- Betty Zhao, Senior Vice President of International Operations at Aruze Gaming Global;
- Ken Jolly, VP and Managing Director, Asia at Light & Wonder;
- Jaclyn Wood, CEO of Global Players Network; and
- Lucas Cai, Vice President of Gaming at Mohegan INSPIRE Entertainment Resort, among others.
Another category in the award is Casino Operator of the Year which was jointly won by Galaxy Entertainment Group and Philippine company Bloomberry Resorts Corporation, while runner-up was Sands and in third place was Wynn Resorts Macau.
There were also winners for Casino Supplier of the Year, Digital Casino Operator of the Year, Digital Casino Supplier of the Year, Integrated Resort of the Year, Casino Product of the Year, Table Game Product of the Year, Digital Sports Betting Operator of the Year, Digital Sports Betting Supplier of the Year, Corporate Social Responsibility of the Year, and the coveted Executive of the Year
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The studio is shortlisted for the “Brand of the Year – B2B” category
ELA Games, an innovative game development studio, has been shortlisted for the “Brand of the Year – B2B” category at the upcoming EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards 2025.
The EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards is an event that celebrates key figures and innovative brands within the iGaming industry. The ceremony recognises companies that demonstrate commercial success through game-changing creativity and contributions to the improvement of the industry. It gathers the brightest and most influential minds to reward those who have helped the online gaming sector grow.
ELA Games’ nomination for the “Brand of the Year – B2B” category highlights the company’s efforts in creating a portfolio that balances operator-centric growth with player-friendly gaming experiences. The studio has demonstrated a commitment to helping operators improve player acquisition and retention metrics through data-backed performance, making it a beneficial partner.
Marharyta Yerina, ELA Games’ Managing Director, commented on the nomination, “The ELA Games team is proud to receive a nomination for a significant category at a prestigious event. We’ve made considerable strides in 2025 to develop our portfolio and create games that both help operators grow and provide fun for players. We look forward to networking with all our peers at the ceremony, and congratulations to all nominees!”
The EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards 2025 will take place on June 19, 2025, at The Mermaid, London. The ELA Games team will attend the ceremony for a night of excitement, networking, and celebration.
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BETER is proud to announce that we have been shortlisted in nine categories at the Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming (BSG) Awards 2025, organized by HIPTHER. This recognition highlights our continued commitment to delivering top-tier esports, sports betting content and solutions across key European markets.
Our nominations reflect excellence in both Baltic and Nordic categories:
Baltic Categories:
- Best Esports Service Provider in the Baltics
- Rising Star in Baltic Sports Betting Technology
- Best Virtual Sports Provider in the Baltics
- Rising Star in Baltic Virtual Sports
Nordic Categories:
- Best Esports Service Provider in the Nordics
- Best Sports Betting Provider in the Nordics
- Rising Star in Nordic Sports Betting Technology
- Best Virtual Sports Provider in the Nordics
- Rising Star in Nordic Virtual Sports
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported us during the voting process. Your trust and recognition inspire us to keep innovating and delivering outstanding content and solutions tailored to the needs of operators and players in these dynamic regions.
The winners will be revealed on 27 May 2025 during the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit in Vilnius — stay tuned!
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ELA Games, a dynamic game development studio in the iGaming industry, has been shortlisted for the “Innovator” category at the upcoming 2025 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards.
The studio’s founding philosophy of “For Players, By Players” has directed its production approach, creating titles that balance player experiences and casino-centric performance. By understanding the core needs of modern gamers, ELA Games has curated a portfolio of visually appealing, innovative games that assist with operator growth.
The WiG Diversity Awards are a prestigious event that recognises employers for their contributions to the industry and efforts in well-being and diversity. The “Innovator” category ELA Games prides itself on its contributions to the industry, championing a diverse workforce while creating memorable games that have a lasting impact.
Marharyta Yerina, ELA Games’ Managing Director,commented on the shortlisting, “Since our inception in 2021, we’ve made a concerted effort to create an inclusive and aspirational work environment, allowing us to produce trademark games. Being shortlisted for the ‘Innovator’ category at the 2025 WiG Diversity Awards reflects our commitment to diversity, excellence, and well-being, and we pledge to continue investing in our workplace culture to foster innovation at every level of the company.”
Final voting for the winner of the “Innovator” category, among others, will commence on the 5th of June, 2025, at the Savoy Hotel in London.
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