Global Gaming Women (GGW), a leading non-profit championing women’s advancement in gaming, has announced the appointment of Siobhan Lane as President and Board Chair.
Siobhan is currently the Group Chief Executive Officer of Gaming at Light & Wonder, Inc. Lane most recently served as the organization’s 1st Vice President—a role now held by Brandi Ellis, a longtime executive in the industry. Adriana Kasunic, Vice President, People Operations at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, has been named to the position of GGW’s 2nd Vice President, where Ellis had previously served.
“Throughout her many years of service to the organization, Siobhan’s ardent focus on education has significantly expanded GGW’s offerings and reach, which we will see continued in her leadership as president,” said Lauren Bates, outgoing GGW President and current Light & Wonder Vice President of Sales.
Siobhan Lane’s term as president comes at the conclusion of Lauren Bates’ two-year presidential term at GGW. “I want to extend my deepest gratitude to GGW’s incredible members, sponsors, board members, and volunteers for your dedicated commitment to the organization over my term of service, during which we achieved more than 3,000 new members, launched 10 new programs, and held 17 live education events, which expanded into two new countries.”
Commenting on the appointment, GGW President Siobhan Lane said, “GGW’s mission to support, inspire, and influence the development of women in the gaming industry began with its founders’ vision and commitment—a mission I am excited to champion in my role as President and Chair of the Board of Directors. Outgoing GGW President Lauren Bates brought the organization to new heights, and I extend my immense appreciation to her for positioning GGW for continued success.”
Global Gaming Women’s new leadership appointments go into effect January 1, 2026, and run through 2028. GGW has additionally authorized the appointment of Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee Vice President of Finance Julie Woodruff to Board Secretary—a position vacated by Kasunic in her transition to 2nd Vice President.
