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IGT announced that Matthew Whalen, IGT's Senior Vice President, Operations, North America Lottery, has been inducted into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2018

"Matt is committed to the highest standards of integrity and minimizing business disruption to our global customer base, each and every day," said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Lottery. "He has led more than 1,500 system integration projects for our global customers, with an annual delivery portfolio consisting of more than two million labor hours. His dedication to our business and customers speaks volumes about his leadership capabilities and commitment to driving the lottery industry forward."

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The SAZKA Group continues to strengthen its top management team with the appointment of Tony Khatskevich to the new position of Chief Technology Officer

“SAZKA Group is well positioned in several markets in Europe. We take technology seriously and our ambition is to shape the future of gaming based on both customer insights as well as technology innovations. I am pleased that Tony joins our team. Tony’s expertise in the architecture of complex gaming platforms and various operating models will support this endeavour to embrace technology in lotteries and gaming,” said the SAZKA Group’s CEO, Robert Chvatal.

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Inspired Announces Two New Board Members - Desiree Rogers and Steve Saferin Named to Board of Directors

"We welcome Desiree Rogers and Steve Saferin to the board as new independent directors and look forward to the value their leadership will bring," said Lorne Weil, Executive Chairman of Inspired Entertainment. "As we continue our focus on North American expansion, the depth of knowledge and relevant experience of both Desiree and Steve will provide valuable perspective.

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LINQ3 Founder to transition to new role and opportunities

Daniel Cage, Founder of Linq3,announced he will transition out of his day to day role at the company effective August 16, 2018. Cage will stay on as Senior Advisor to help guide Linq3’s intellectual property expansion. 

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Jennifer Anderson selected as Deputy Director of the Colorado Lottery

"Jennifer brings a tremendous combination of experience in government, leadership, and knowledge of how things work in our environment,” said Colorado Lottery Director, Tom Seaver. “Her legal credentials will prove invaluable to the lottery, as will her work ethic, and effectiveness as a manager. We're very happy to have her on the team."

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