Global Gaming Women last week announced the recipients of the 2026 Patty Becker Pay It Forward Award. Representing diverse aspects of the global gaming sector, the six honorees embody Patty Becker’s legacy of generosity, mentorship, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to helping others succeed.
“GGW received a record number of nominations for this year’s Patty Becker Pay It Forward Award, demonstrating the remarkable depth of leadership, service, and commitment among women across the gaming industry,” said Global Gaming Women President and Board Chair Siobhan Lane in a statement. “As GGW commemorates its 10-year anniversary, we are especially proud to recognize the 2026 class of Patty Becker Pay It Forward Award winners and look forward to celebrating their achievements at our Kick Up Your Heels event on September 30.”
Winners of the 2026 Patty Becker Pay It Forward Award are:
Michelle Baillie, SkyCity Hamilton General Manager
Tracy Bradford, Seminole Hard Rock Support Services President
Melissa Cox, Gaming Capital Group Vice President of Marketing and Customer Relations
Bethan Lloyd, Wiggin LLP Partner
Michelle Schenk, IGT Director of Global Communications,
Maureen Wasloski, Margaritaville/Boomtown Bossier City, Louisiana Vice President/General Manager
GGW’s Kick Up Your Heels is an annual ticketed event inspiring connection and conversation that helps raise funds for GGW’s mission-driven programs. Kick Up Your Heels will be hosted at Intrigue at Wynn Las Vegas on September 30 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
