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IGT Leaders Honoured at 2021 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards
International Game Technology (IGT) has announced that two of its leaders were recently recognised in the 2021 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards. The 11th annual awards programme rewards and recognises individuals and organisations for outstanding devotion to enhancing equality, diversity and inclusion.
Jennifer Bowman, IGT Senior Director EMEA and LAC Marketing, Gaming, was honoured with the “Outstanding Contribution” award. With more than 20 years’ experience in the gaming industry, Bowman has held various leadership roles spanning compliance, product management, event production, sales enablement and marketing. As an advocate for the advancement of women in the workplace, Bowman is the IGT ambassador to the U.K. chapter of The United Nations Global Compact —Target Gender Equality programme and frequently speaks at industry events where she shares insights acquired throughout her lengthy career in the gaming industry.
IGT Vice President Field Services, Call Centre & Technology Operations, Shondra Deloach-Perea was honoured with the “Innovation in Employee Engagement” award. With a 13-year career in the gaming industry that spans the regulator and supplier sides of the business, Deloach-Perea is a proven leader, diversity and inclusion champion and an advocate of “the power of we.” In addition to her duties as a global IGT executive, Deloach-Perea is a hands-on advisor who is involved in many IGT-led employee engagement programmes such as: the Global Diversity & Inclusion Council; the Women’s Inclusion Network (WIN with IGT) (former co-chair); NexGen diversity and inclusion group (sponsor); IGT Las Vegas Leadership Council (member); and member of the company’s talent retention and acquisition programme that prioritises underrepresented dimensions of diversity and inclusion.
“I’ve had the opportunity to work with Jennifer Bowman and Shondra Deloach-Perea for several years now and both individuals are experts in their fields, genuinely care about their colleagues and leverage their skills and passions for the advancement of IGT and others. IGT is fortunate to have employees as talented and committed as Jennifer and Shondra, and I am grateful to see the Women in Gaming Diversity Awards recognize them for their contributions to IGT and beyond,” Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO Global Gaming, said.
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Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has been named Services Provider of the Year at the Global Gaming Awards EMEA Edition 2025. The award ceremony, held during ICE Barcelona, recognizes organizations that are shaping the future of the gaming industry with innovative solutions and exceptional service.
The Services Provider of the Year award celebrates excellence among companies offering indispensable services to the gaming sector, including hosting, cybersecurity, legal expertise, and more. Winners were selected by an independent panel of industry leaders.
At ICE Barcelona, GLI’s global teams, including representatives from GLI, Bulletproof, SIQ Gaming Laboratories, and iTech Labs, showcased the company’s unparalleled, fully integrated compliance and cybersecurity services speaking with companies of all sizes and jurisdictions. From land-based gaming to iGaming, sports betting, ISS, and lottery, GLI empowers suppliers, operators, and regulators to innovate safely and confidently in more than 710 jurisdictions worldwide. This recognition highlights GLI’s innovative approach to addressing the industry’s most complex challenges by continuously monitoring new technologies, legislation, and regulations.
“We are thrilled and humbled that the industry recognized us for our industrious efforts to keep the industry moving forward safely, securely, and compliantly in every global gaming jurisdiction. This is a huge compliment to our teams who work tirelessly for our clients, and we thank each of our clients for their ongoing support and partnership,” said GLI President & CEO James Maida.
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SOFTSWISS, an international tech company with over 15 years of experience in iGaming, announces that Affilka by SOFTSWISS wins Affiliate Company of the Year at the International Gaming Awards 2025. The comprehensive software platform helps manage, track, and analyse affiliate performance in the most convenient way.
The event recognises leading industry experts, both online and land-based. This achievement came as a well-deserved gift for the platform’s 7th anniversary. The award reflects the platform’s dedication to optimising affiliate program management and elevating the operational efficiency of its clients. By helping operators optimise affiliate partnerships, Affilka by SOFTSWISS has established itself as a technology-driven leader in the iGaming realm.
Powering over 440 iGaming brands, the platform currently has more than 360,000 affiliate accounts and 85 million registered players. One of its most impactful updates is the Geo-Distributed Redirect feature. This innovation accelerates redirects up to five times, reduces bounce rates and increases conversions by up to 7%. By enabling players to access casino sites faster, the feature drives higher registrations and deposits.
Other notable platform functionalities include built-in payment processing, which helps streamline financial operations with trusted payment systems and bank transfers. The flexible commission constructor and near real-time reporting features enable operators to tailor their strategies according to constantly evolving business needs.
“We are honoured to receive recognition at such a prestigious level,” said Anastasia Borovaya, Head of Affilka by SOFTSWISS. “This award reflects our unwavering dedication to delivering the best affiliate management solutions in the industry. With over seven years of expertise, a highly professional team, and a passion for innovation, we’ve built a platform that ensures exceptional service and continuous product enhancements for our clients. We’re committed to maintaining this momentum and supporting the growth of our partners worldwide.”
Now, Affilka by SOFTSWISS is showcasing its latest features and achievements at iGB Affiliate in Barcelona. On 21–22 January, the team welcomes partners and clients at stand C10.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 27,800 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.
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GAMOMAT, one of the leading independent German software developers for slot games, has won Game Studio of the Year at the International Gaming Awards 2025. The glamorous event was hosted on Sunday 19th January at Barcelona’s Intercontinental Hotel.
The Game Studio of the Year award recognises exceptional innovation, creativity, and commitment to delivering a diverse portfolio of standout games. A core element that the judges looked for was the demonstration of using the latest technologies, tools and trends to produce titles that connect with customers around the world. Book of Elements, Vegas Joker, and Crystal Ball Multi Symbols were some of GAMOMAT’s highly acclaimed releases across 2024, generating excellent feedback for their impact.
GAMOMAT Distribution GmbH Managing Director Robert Kocher said: “Walking away with Game Studio of the Year is a magical moment for the team. We care deeply about our craft and are thankful for all who contribute to producing titles that bring joy and commercial success in equal measure. This recognition gives us even more impetus to double down and make this year an even better one for the company.”
The International Gaming Awards have earned a reputation for acknowledging the very best companies across the gaming industry.
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