LAS VEGAS, NV – Global Gaming Women (GGW) has appointed Siobhan Lane to President and Board Chair. Lane is currently the Group Chief Executive Officer of Gaming at Light & Wonder. She most recently served as the organization’s 1st VP – a role now held by Brandi Ellis, a longtime executive in the industry. Adriana Kasunic, VP of People Operations at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, has been named to the position of GGW’s 2nd VP, 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 VP of Sales.
Siobhan Lane’s term as President comes at the conclusion of 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.”
Global Gaming Women’s new leadership appointments go into effect January 1, 2026, and run through 2028. GGW has additionally authorized the appointment of Julie Woodruff, Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee VP of Finance, to Board Secretary – a position vacated by Kasunic in her transition to 2nd VP.
“GGW’s mission to support, inspire, and influence the development of women in the gaming industry began thanks to its founders’ vision and commitment, which I am excited to champion in my role as President and Chair of the Board of Directors,” said Lane. “Outgoing GGW President Lauren Bates brought the organization to new heights, and I extend my immense appreciation to her for positioning the organization for continued success.”
