Global Gaming Women announces 2026 Patty Becker Award winners

Global Gaming Women (GGW) has announced the six recipients of the 2026 Patty Becker Pay It Forward Award. The honorees are recognized for their leadership, mentorship, and advocacy within the global gaming sector.

The 2026 winners include Michelle Baillie (SkyCity Hamilton), Tracy Bradford (Seminole Hard Rock Support Services), Melissa Cox (Gaming Capital Group), Bethan Lloyd (Wiggin LLP), Michelle Schenk (IGT), and Maureen Wasloski (Margaritaville/Boomtown Bossier City). These professionals represent various fields including casino operations, marketing, legal affairs, and communications.

Siobhan Lane, President and Board Chair of GGW, noted that the organization received a record number of nominations this year. The awards coincide with GGW’s 10-year anniversary. The winners will be formally celebrated at the Kick Up Your Heels event in Las Vegas on September 30.