Canada
MGM Appoints Tilak Mandadi as Chief Strategy, Innovation & Technology Officer
MGM Resorts International has appointed Tilak Mandadi as its Chief Strategy, Innovation & Technology Officer.
In this newly created role, Mandadi will oversee MGM Resorts’ digital strategy, driving growth and innovation through technology-led customer-centric experiences, products, and services. He will also lead corporate strategy and innovation, and will manage the company’s relationship with BetMGM, joining its Board of Directors. He will be based in Las Vegas and report to MGM Resorts CEO & President Bill Hornbuckle. Mandadi will take over this new role on July 6.
Mandadi brings decades of experience to MGM Resorts as a strategic thought leader in Fortune-100 companies as well as start-ups, most recently serving as executive vice president of digital, and global chief technology officer for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. Prior to his role at Disney, Mandadi led digital transformation and growth at American Express as senior vice president, Digital.
“We are incredibly proud to have Tilak join our executive leadership team to drive an essential part of our business and guest value proposition at such a critical time. Tilak’s experiences at both Disney and American Express, along with his high-caliber track record as a visionary, results-driven leader, will be invaluable as we emerge from the pandemic and continue growing our premier, global gaming entertainment business and channels through innovative, customer-centric technology platforms and an ever-expanding digital, gaming and entertainment footprint,” Hornbuckle said.
“In recent years, MGM Resorts has embarked on a dramatic transformation, which includes developing and attracting an exceptional group of renowned leaders in the C-Suite. Our team features great industry veterans with deep experience, as well as several new additions such as Jonathan Halkyard, our Chief Financial Officer, Steve Zanella, our Chief Commercial Officer and Jyoti Chopra, our Chief People, Inclusion & Sustainability Officer, all led by Bill Hornbuckle, a world-class CEO and industry leader. Adding Tilak to the management team will enhance and accelerate our growth strategies tied to innovative customer experiences and digital- and data-driven business transformation. We are committed to developing a diverse bench of executive leadership with extraordinary talent to envision, design and create the future of gaming and entertainment,” Paul J. Salem, Chairman of the Board, MGM Resorts, said.
“I’m excited to join MGM Resorts at such a transformative time for the entire industry. I’m delighted to join the management team and, along with my colleagues, create compelling and immersive customer experiences at the intersection of responsible gaming and entertainment, and build new, profitable and sustainable lines of revenue,” Mandadi said.
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INCENTIVE GAMES PARTNERS WITH LOTO-QUÉBEC TO LAUNCH REAL-MONEY GAMES IN THE PROVINCE OF QUÉBEC, CANADA
Incentive Games has announced a new partnership with Loto-Québec, the Crown corporation of the Government of Québec responsible for the province’s lottery, casino and online gaming operations and the sole legal gaming operator in the region.
The agreement, delivered through Incentive Studios, the real-money gaming division of Incentive Games, allows Loto-Québec to access the studio’s expanding portfolio of real-money Crash and Arcade titles, bringing fresh and innovative gameplay experiences to players across Québec.
As Incentive Games’ first client in Canada, Loto-Québec will roll out a curated selection of Incentive Studios’ real-money Crash games. These titles feature distinctive bonus mechanics and fast-paced gameplay designed to appeal to modern regulated-market audiences.
The games are being supplied to Loto-Québec via the Light & Wonder platform, building on Light & Wonder’s existing partnership with Incentive Games and enabling a smooth and efficient launch of Incentive Studios’ content.
This collaboration represents a significant step forward for Incentive Games, providing a strategic entry point into the Canadian market while further strengthening its reputation as a trusted global supplier of real-money gaming content. For Loto-Québec, the partnership supports its ongoing commitment to offering high-quality, fully regulated gaming entertainment to players in the province.
Commenting on the partnership, Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said:
“Partnering with Loto-Québec marks an important milestone for Incentive Games as we continue to expand across regulated markets. Loto-Québec is a highly respected and trusted operator with a strong focus on responsible play and premium entertainment. We’re excited to introduce our real-money Crash games to Québec and showcase how our game design approach delivers something genuinely fresh and engaging for players in the region.”
The first real-money titles from Incentive Studios’ portfolio are now live with Loto-Québec, with additional launches planned throughout 2026.
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Ahmed Baker Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games
Loto-Québec Partners with Incentive Games for Rollout of Real-Money Games in Québec
Incentive Games, a B2B gaming studio focused on real-money and free-to-play games, has revealed a new collaboration with Loto-Québec, the crown corporation of the Québec Government that oversees the province’s lottery, casino, and online gaming services, the sole legal gaming option in the region.
Provided by Incentive Studios, the real-money gaming arm of Incentive Games, the agreement allows Loto-Québec to tap into Incentive’s expanding collection of Crash and Arcade real-money games, offering exciting gaming experiences to players throughout Quebec.
Loto-Québec, Incentive Games’ initial client in Canada, will launch a range of real-money Crash games from Incentive Studios in its market, giving users access to innovative titles with unique gameplay mechanics and bonus features. The games are provided to Loto-Québec through the Light & Wonder platform, enhancing Light & Wonder’s current collaboration with Incentive Games and facilitating a smooth launch of Incentive Studios’ offerings.
The collaboration offers Incentive Games access to the Canadian market while enhancing the firm’s reputation as a reliable real-money gaming provider worldwide. It further endorses Loto-Québec’s dedication to providing top-notch regulated gaming entertainment.
Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said, “Partnering with Loto-Québec marks an important milestone for Incentive Games as we continue to expand across regulated markets. Loto-Québec is a highly respected and trusted operator, with a strong commitment to responsible play and delivering high-quality entertainment for players across Québec. We’re excited to introduce our real-money Crash games to the market and demonstrate how our approach to game design can offer something genuinely fresh and engaging for players in the region.”
Incentive Studios has launched its initial real-money games with Loto-Québec, and additional ones are set to release throughout 2026.
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Ahmed Baker Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games
INCENTIVE GAMES PARTNERS WITH LOTO-QUÉBEC TO LAUNCH REAL-MONEY GAMES IN THE PROVINCE OF QUÉBEC, CANADA
Incentive Games, a B2B games studio specialising in both real-money and free-to-play games, has announced a new partnership with Loto-Québec, the crown corporation of the Government of Québec responsible for the province’s lottery, casino and online gaming operations, the only legal gaming offering in the province.
Delivered through Incentive Studios, the real-money gaming division of Incentive Games, the agreement enables Loto-Québec to access Incentive’s growing portfolio of Crash and Arcade real-money titles, bringing innovative gameplay experiences to players across Quebec.
As Incentive Games’ first client in Canada, Loto-Québec will introduce a selection of Incentive Studios’ real-money Crash games to its market, providing users with access to new titles with distinctive bonus features and gameplay mechanics. The games are made available to Loto-Québec via the Light & Wonder platform, building on Light & Wonder’s existing partnership with Incentive Games and supporting a seamless roll out of Incentive Studios’ products.
The partnership provides Incentive Games with a gateway into the Canadian market while strengthening the company’s position as a trusted real-money gaming supplier, globally. It also supports Loto-Québec’s commitment to delivering high-quality regulated gaming entertainment.
Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said, “Partnering with Loto-Québec marks an important milestone for Incentive Games as we continue to expand across regulated markets. Loto-Québec is a highly respected and trusted operator, with a strong commitment to responsible play and delivering high-quality entertainment for players across Québec. We’re excited to introduce our real-money Crash games to the market and demonstrate how our approach to game design can offer something genuinely fresh and engaging for players in the region.”
The first real-money titles from Incentive Studios’ portfolio are now live with Loto-Québec, with more to follow throughout 2026.
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