A note from the editor

only way is for it to be pushed by those from within.

Our judges will shortly be reviewing those great entries and wish everyone taking part the very best of luck and cannot wait to see the finalists. To this a big thank you to our judges who support this innovative and original event with their own time.

WHY WIG IS A MUST”

The Latest Edition of the Infinity Gaming Magazine

Welcome to the latest edition of the Infinity Gaming Magazine and as you read this magazine we have just closed the nominations for the 2023 annual charity focused Women in Gaming (WIG) & Diversity Awards which takes place on the 8th June at the stunning Savoy Hotel.

In this edition for the first time ever we have leading companies speak out on why every company should be supporting the WIG Diversity Awards, it is so very important that companies not just say they support diversity and inclusion but show it with putting their people and teams forward for recognition.

Indeed this year we have already seen an increase in the number of entries from more companies which is superb, but we have to keep growing and the

Of course a huge thank you goes to our sponsors who believe in what the WIG Diversity is all about so thank you Digitain, Light & Wonder, IGT, Gamomat, Betsson Group and Pilot Games.

I am told by our team that handles the nominations that we have surpassed the number of entries already with an increase of 17% on the number of companies taking part.

Now on to the magazine and what a bumper edition we have for you, firstly we have some brilliant articles from Christina Thakor-Rankin, Andrew Cosgrove and Lynn Pearce.

Our own reporters looks at the recent report on parity on pay within global industries and where the gambling industry stands there and the latest on eSports and a $38 billion investment in Saudi Arabia.

Enjoy the magazine.

Infinity Gaming Magazine Contributing Writers

A magazine is only as good as the content inside and with some of the leading specialists within the gaming industry. With specialised articles covering customer service, the gaming law, new products, technology and current affairs with the sector the Infinity Gaming Magazine is delighted to showcase our superb line-up of contributing

Christina Thakor-Rankin

Christina is Principal Consultant at 1710 Gaming Ltd, a specialist betting and gaming consultancy, delivering a range of services including licensing and compliance (incl. regulation, money laundering and social responsibility), business start-up, training and strategic re-engineering, project management, research, business analysis and development, to start-ups and

Andrew Cosgrove - Slots Guru

Andrew Cosgrove is a seasoned slot operations veteran and certified project manager with over 24 years of hands on experience in Latin America and the Caribbean. Andrew has worked on both the operator and supplier side of casino slots and continues to help clients succeed and exceed customer expectations.

Lynn Pearce

Lynn is an accomplished CMO with over 15+ years of experience in the igaming industry. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, creative direction, branding, procurement, resource allocation, and staff mentoring. With her deep understanding of the industry and consumer preferences, she has created content strategies that attract, engage, and retain customers.

Lynn’s ability to negotiate, manage, and maintain suc-

Tim Cullimore

From dealer to CEO in the U.K., Europe and North America, Tim has pretty much seen it all in Casino gaming. For over 40 years, from running slot rooms which needed to frisk for guns to the Ritz in Mayfair, arguably the most luxurious casino in the world, Tim has never stopped challenging what we think we know established multi-national operators and providers, gambling regulators, law enforcement and government agencies, media, and specialist interest groups and associations within the sector, in both established and emerging markets across the world. www.1710gaming.com

Andrew can be reached at andy.cosgrove@hemingwaycasinoconsulting.com or see http://hemingwaycasinoconsulting.com/ cessful partnerships has helped her create lasting relationships that drive revenue and create value for all parties. She has a keen focus on maximizing revenue potential while effectively managing expenses and consistently driving top-line growth for the companies she has worked for. about casinos.

Lynn’s data-driven strategies and her talent for leading her teams in executing these strategies have created value for both customers and stakeholders alike.

Tim is a well-respected Consultant to the gaming industry, encompassing project management and operational analysis, as well as representing and advising some key manufacturers within the industry. Tim is a

general manager and CEO