Gaming industry executive Mark DeDeaux has joined AGS as senior director, slot products. DeDeaux will oversee games product management, gaming operations, and sales administration, with a focus on the company’s leased games business.
DeDeaux brings more than 20 years of gaming industry experience to AGS, including 13 years in gaming equipment sales and gaming operations, along with more than 10 years of experience in casino operations.
Prior to joining AGS, he oversaw business development and sales for Next Gaming. He was responsible for game development, product management, strategic initiatives, business development, sales, and marketing for the skill-based games developer.
“Mark brings exceptional experience to the customer journey,” AGS Senior Vice President of Slot Products Andrew Burke said. “With 10 years working in casino operations in several different markets, he understands our customers’ goals and challenges very well. He also possesses a deep technical knowledge of product and a strong understanding of the competitive marketplace.”
DeDeaux spent four years at Scientific Games and six years with Bally Technologies (acquired by Scientific Games in 2014). He was responsible for global recurring gaming revenue of approximately $400 million.
Prior to joining the gaming supplier side of the business, DeDeaux served two years in slot operations at Trump Casino in Gary, Indiana and eight years with Caesars Entertainment (formerly Harrah’s Entertainment) in various casino management roles at properties in Nevada, Mississippi, and Illinois.
