LAS VEGAS, NV – The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) has appointed Ashlee Olujic as Director of Tribal and Community Engagement.
Tribal gaming plays a critical role in supporting economic development and essential community services across many tribal nations. Recognizing tribes as sovereign governments and key participants in the global gaming landscape, Olujic will help ICRG provide clear communication about research funding opportunities, increase awareness of evidence-based educational resources, and connect with elected leadership, regulators, and tribal community stakeholders.
A member of the Oneida Nation, Olujic understands both lived experience and specific expertise through her work in tribal engagement. “Ashlee brings a powerful combination of professional skills, academic insight, and commitment to tribal partnership,” said Michael Soll, President of ICRG. “Her leadership will help advance our mission to support high-quality research and education on gambling disorder while strengthening collaboration with tribal nations.”
In addition to her work in organizational leadership, Olujic is an award-winning children’s author whose writing centers on literacy and cultural storytelling – underscoring her belief in the power of knowledge to strengthen individuals and families.
“Tribal gaming is an economic lifeline for many communities,” said Olujic. “Independent research on gambling disorder and responsible gaming plays a critical role in advancing prevention, education, and treatment. I’m honored to help strengthen partnerships between tribal nations and ICRG to support meaningful dialogue and ensure research findings are accessible and relevant to tribal communities.”