Ewa Bakun is the director of industry insight and engagement at Clarion Gaming. She plays a crucial role in monitoring market intelligence, gathering and analyzing insights, and developing key connections in the industry. Bakun is excited to be part of the judging panel for the Most Influential Women initiative, which she believes brings about positive change in the industry by highlighting the successes and growth of female executives. She emphasizes the importance of celebrating and recognizing the achievements of underrepresented groups who have been ignored for far too long.
Britt Boeskov is a member of several company boards and holds non-executive director roles with Mindway AI and Gaming1. With her 17-year tenure at Kindred, Boeskov has witnessed the growing awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the industry. She believes that engaging a diverse group of leaders who think differently about these challenges, while respecting each other, will lead to stronger and more sustainable outcomes. Boeskov sees the Most Influential Women campaign as a positive initiative that encourages positive change in the industry.
Andrew Bulloss, the head of global gaming and COO at Odgers Berndtson, recognizes the positive impact that a diverse workforce can have on workplace culture, innovation, and commercial growth. He acknowledges that campaigns like Most Influential Women are not the ultimate solution for diversity in the gaming sector, but they serve as a starting point. Bulloss believes that celebrating the success of underrepresented groups will inspire others to listen and take action.
Christie Eickelman, the VP of global marketing at Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), has been impressed with the progress made by the recipients of the Most Influential Women award over the past year. She highlights the importance of initiatives like this in providing acknowledgement and support to women in the industry. Eickelman is concerned about the significant number of women leaving the industry and believes it is crucial to recognize their strength and leadership.
Anika Howard is the chief executive officer of Wondr Nation and has had a successful career in the gaming industry. She is passionate about nurturing relationships within the tribal gaming space. Marese O’Hagan, a senior reporter at iGaming Business, acknowledges the progress made in DEI over the past year but emphasizes the need for continued pursuit of these goals. She believes that initiatives like Most Influential Women and quieter movements, such as all-female issues of InnovateChange magazine, can be effective tools in promoting diversity and inclusion.
Richard Schuetz, the owner and CEO of gaming consultancy Schuetz LLC, appreciates the talent in the gaming space and is excited to be a judge for the Most Influential Women initiative. He recognizes a gender imbalance in the sports betting space and emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in this rapidly expanding market.
Jamie Shea, a new addition to the judging panel, sees this opportunity as a chance to learn from the women leading the charge in DEI. While she acknowledges progress in recent years, she believes there is still a long road ahead for lasting change. Shea is proud to participate in discussions about LGBTQ+ issues and believes that appointing more women in senior management roles sends a message of inclusivity and diversity across all industries.
Helen Walton, the founder and chief commercial officer at G.Games, holds the Most Influential Women award in high regard. She has witnessed a significant shift in the industry’s perception of female leadership and believes that increased visibility of women in senior roles contributes to a socially responsible entertainment industry for the future.
