Fira Barcelona Gran Via,

18–20 January 2027

Who will be inducted into the 2027 ICE Global Hall of Fame?

The industry legends will be chosen due to:

  • Career achievements – Demonstrated exceptional success, leadership and accomplishment throughout their career.
  • Innovation and influence – Pioneered ideas, businesses or approaches that have shaped the industry or set new standards.
  • Lasting legacy – Made an enduring contribution to the industry's development, with an impact that continues to be felt today.
  • Industry recognition – Widely respected and recognised by peers as an influential industry figure.
  • Inspiration to others – Inspired, mentored or influenced future generations of industry leaders.

We are looking to recognise three of the gambling and betting industry’s true legends — individuals whose achievements, influence and contribution have helped shape the industry and left a lasting legacy.

The Rising Stars will be chosen due to their:

  • Proven impact – Already making a meaningful difference to the gambling and betting industry.
  • Significant achievements – Demonstrated a strong track record of success and accomplishment.
  • Industry influence – Shaping industry thinking, influencing others and driving wider change.
  • Innovation and ambition – Challenging convention, championing new ideas and driving progress.
  • Future potential – An emerging industry leader with a growing reputation and the potential to become one of the industry's defining figures.

We are looking to recognise three individuals who are already making a significant impact on the gambling and betting industry and have the potential to become the legends of tomorrow.

Nominate Here

International judging committee

Lois Bright

Women in Gaming Africa 

Peter Kesitilwe

CEO, African iGaming Alliance 

Muhammad Cohen

Leading journalist covering casino gambling industry in Asia 

Jay Chun

Chair of the Macau Gaming Equipment Manufacturers Association (MGEMA)

Erwin van Lambaart

Chairman, European Casino Association

Robin Harrison

Global Content Director, Clarion Gaming

Maarten Haijer

Secretary-General, EGBA

Daron Dorsey

President & CEO, AGEM 

Pamela Buckley

Executive VP, Global Gaming Women

Paul Burns

President, Canadian Gaming Association

Brendan Bussmann

Managing Partner, B Global Sessions

Natalia Nogues

Executive Director, AMIG

Event location…

Fira Barcelona Gran Via
Av. Joan Carles I, 64, 08908 Barcelona, Spain

Monday 18th January, 2027, 10:00 – 18:00 CET

Tuesday 19th January, 2027, 10:00 – 18:00 CET

Wednesday, 20th January, 2027, 10:00 – 16:00 CET