Eleven organizations and people will be honored by the ICE Landmark Awards February 7 in London, Casino Life Magazine reported January 30.
To be honored will be Victor Rocha on the 25th anniversary of Pechanga.net, Stowe Shoemaker for 10 years as Dean of UNLV Hospitality faculty, Playtech on its 25th anniversary, and Bellagio Resort and Casino on its 25th anniversary.
Other winners: ExCeL London (providing a home for ICE since 2013), NeoSurf (20th Anniversary), Michael Buckley (Contributions to the Gaming Industry), Chris Brown (Contributions to the Global Lottery Industry), Jim Cremin (Contributions to The Racing Post and ICE), CT Gaming (25th Anniversary) and Alfa Street (30th Anniversary).
The winners are nominated by members of the industry. They recognize people and organizations in the gaming industry who have achieved milestones.
Clarion Gaming Manager Director Stuart Hunter explained, “The ICE Landmarks reflect the pivotal role that the exhibition has and continues to play in providing a launchpad for the greatest epoch-defining games including those landmark initiatives that have changed the way in which the world is entertained.”
Hunter continued, “In addition to what is a long list of iconic products, ICE has also served as the place where the industry chooses to meet and where the landmark decisions which have shaped the industry are made. The ICE Landmarks are inspired by the show’s status on the world stage and serve as a recognition that ICE continues to be where the industry celebrates historic events.”
