Tashina Lazcano, director of marketing & communications for Konami Gaming, Inc. has been named one of Global Gaming Women’s 2023 Patricia Becker Pay It Forward Award recipients.
Lazcano was selected for her commitment to the development and advancement of women, the Global Gaming Women (GGW) organization, and the community. Since 2017, she has been active in GGW, where she volunteers as marketing committee member and GGW Lean In Circle moderator.
Through her role as director of marketing & communications, Lazcano is responsible for Konami Gaming’s online marketing, public relations, social media, brand management, advertising, and strategic campaigns across global markets.
“Tashina Lazcano has demonstrated commitment to advancing the professional development of women in gaming, through actions ranging everywhere from one-on-one mentorship to mass communications,” said Steve Sutherland, president & chief executive officer at Konami Gaming, Inc. “Her dedication to Global Gaming Women helps drive the future of the gaming space through world-class networking and education opportunities for women of all backgrounds.”
“The recognition of Tashina’s exceptional dedication and positive influence through Global Gaming Women’s 2023 Patricia Becker Pay It Forward Awards is an important moment in her professional legacy. And this is only the beginning of what I believe is an incredibly high-achieving career and strong community impact in her future,” said John Eary, vice president of marketing at Konami Gaming, Inc.
Lazcano’s nearly 10-year career at Konami began in 2014 as marketing communications specialist, from which she’s risen through the ranks to become director of marketing & communications. CDC Gaming Reports recently listed her among its inaugural “Women Rising in Gaming” and Global Gaming Business magazine named Lazcano in this year’s list of “Women Who Shine.”
Lazcano will be honored during GGW’s 13th annual Kick Up Your Heels event at Wynn Las Vegas on October 11.