Arusha Iqbal As the Head of Sales and Account Management of easyodds, Arusha has helped easyodds transform into a superaffiliate incorporating the world of gaming. Arusha is a member of the elite Power 50 Affiliates and has written editorial for the industry press as well as presenting to the industry in Budapest and London culminating in the Women In Gaming Conference 2010.
Catriona Campbell Founder of Foviance, a European User experience agency formerly known as The Usability Company. She was voted one of the Top 50 most influential people in the Internet Industry by Internet Magazine (2002) and Top 100 individuals to be recognised for contribution to the development of the internet over the last 10 years
Christina Thakor-Rankin Operations Director Virgin Games Christina has been involved in the gaming industry for almost 20 years. She has worked in various roles and sectors of the industry, including trade, marketing and operations at William Hill, Blue Square and Totesport, before joining Virgin Games as Operations Director in 2007
Craig Hepburn Worldwide Head of Digital at Nokia Over the past ten years Craig has developed an exceptional understanding of Internet, Intranet, Multimedia Technologies and how to apply it to maximum effect for business.
Craig has extensive knowledge of web2.0 technologies and have been involved in developing social media and product strategies for the Nokia global brand
Daniela Attard Poker Affiliates Manager ,Betfair
Debbie Mason CEO BINGOLORE LIMITED AND CEO MASONMEDIAMATRIX LIMITED
25+ TV broadcast & 10+ gaming as owner operator:Creator and founder of AVAGO first ever TV Bingo Channel now owned by Gala Bingo. Ex interactive commissioner ITV Network. Founder Kudos Productions Limited one of the UK's leading independent production companies.
Deirdre Curran Director of Gaming Ops, Parlay Group Deirdre is the Director of Gaming Operations for Parlay Games Services (PGS). PGS is a managed solution based in Alderney and North America. PGS includes hosting services, shared games and in the case of PGS Europe, pooled liquidity across the European marketplace.
She has been with Parlay Entertainment since 2003 and has launched online bingo products and networks in both North America and Europe. For the core product, Deirdre has been an integral part of each step from requirements, development, quality assurance to final sign off. Deirdre’s business and technical background has been vital in the development of product enhancements and updating core processes for the functionality of gaming operations.
Ellen Learmonth Ellen Learmonth has been active in online media for over 10 years, covering all disciplines of online marketing with strong expertise in acquisition and affiliate marketing. Her passion for innovation leads her to be on the forefront of any new developments in the online marketing arena creating and executing campaigns that stand out. Her 2006 World Cup Campaign earned two prestigious creative design awards at the New York Festival (Bronze) and The International Davey Award (Gold). In the past 5 years Ellen has become an accomplished marketer within the Gaming industry, leaving her mark with some of the major gaming operators.
Jennifer Huxley Global Marketing & PR 888 Holdings
Jennifer's responsibilities include, advertising campaign creation and management, off line and online marketing strategy, promotional development and regional and global implementation for www.888poker.com . Prior to joining 888 Holdings, Jennifer Von Strohe Huxley worked in broadcast media as an advertising account executive and manager with several companies, including Fox, Univision, CBS and ESPN. She holds a double major bachelors degree in Marketing and Management from Texas State University and has held several positions in non- profit professional organizations, such as American Woman in Radio and Television Board of Directors Vice President.
Joakim Nilsson Head of Social Media at Mangas Gaming group.
Joakim has 5 years experience from the igaming industry, last as being responsible for launching and managing the social media program at online gaming company Expekt.com, a company which was later acquired by the Mangas Gaming group.
Kate McLennan Head of Poker, Ladbrokes
Kate has worked in the gaming industry for 15 years, having started her career after graduating at lancaster University, by founding the marketing department for Stakis Casinos which was consequently acquired by Ladbrokes in 2000. At Ladbrokes Casinos she became Commercial Director. She then went B2B working with casinos and trade shows around the world with TCSJohnhuxley. After having her first child she rejoined Ladbrokes in their egaming division, initially on a 3 month contract - however after a second child and 5 years she is now Head of Poker with full p&l responsibility for this part of the business.
Marzia Turrini Head of Business Development at Betstone Marzia, an Executive Director for BetStone in Italy has over 8years experience in the gaming industry. Having worked with gaming companies internationally, her experience along with drive and energy helps ensure that she delivers significant value to BetStone?s customers globally. At BetStone, Marzia is responsible for the Italian market while also focusing on growing the Latin American gaming market. Marzia advises operators on the optimum gaming solutions for their business needs which will deliver high performaning results. Marzia manages both the Business Development and Marketing Divisions at BetStone.
Melissa Blau Consultant and Financial Advisor.
Melissa Blau has been in the Media, Technology & Finance sectors for 20 years, including 6 years in online gambling. She is currently an advisor for the online gaming industry bridging US and European interests as well as a financial advisor with Akur partners providing M&A advisory for online gaming companies. In addition, she is currently the Finance Editor and regular Columnist for iGaming Business Magazine. Historically, her roles in online gaming include CFO of St. Minver (acquired by GTECH), Online Advisor for Global Leisure Partners, CEO Europa Point Group (BetUK, Betrepublic, Betasia) and Director of CasinoTV.
Nicky Senyard CEO and co-founder of Income Access As Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Income Access, Nicky setsthe company's strategic direction, serves as the public face of thecompany and acts as the chief decision maker. Over the course of adiverse 17-year career in marketing and public relations, Nicky hasproven to be a visionary entrepreneur and accomplished corporate leader.
Tatiana Platonova
Director of International Development
Storm International BV
Tatiana has worked for more than 7 years at Storm International; Tatiana has worked in Training, Operations and is now Director of International Development for Storm
International BV.
Virginia McDowell
President and Chief Operating Officer of Isle of Capri Casinos
Virginia has been President & COO of Isle of Capri since July 2007. From October 2005 to July 2007, Ms. McDowell served as Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Trump Entertainment Resorts, Inc. From 1997 through October 2005, Ms. McDowell served in a variety of positions at Argosy Gaming Company, including Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and Senior Vice President of Operations.
Learning from The Experts, Breaking the Glass Ceiling
Christina Thakor-Rankin, Operations Director Virgin Games
Tatiana Platonova, Director of International Development Storm International BV
Career opportunities for Women in Gaming
Career opportunities and role of women in success of they organization in
Online and Land Based Gaming
Assessing Talent Management as a Way to Build Enduring Business Advantage
Deirdre Curran Director of Gaming Ops, Parlay Group
Melco Crown Entertainment Macau (Speakers to be announced)
11:40-12:00 Morning Refreshments & Networking
Marketing and Gaming
How to get ahead in the Affiliate market
Marketing on the web
Email Marketing & Customer Retention
Direct Marketing issues and benefits
Arusha Iqbal, Head of Sales, Easy Odds
Daniela Attard , Poker Affiliates Manager ,Betfair
Ellen Learmonth, Head of Marketing Vegas Affiliates
Nicky Senyard, CEO Income Access
Marzia Turrini, Head of Business Development at Betstone
13:00- 14:00 Networking Lunch
Future of Mobile Gaming Craig Hepburn, Worldwide Head of Digital at Nokia
Women in Gaming
Lisa Tenner, Tenner & Associates Inc(Organizer of Women poker tournaments and signature events for branding for men and women)
Kate McLennan, Head of Poker, Ladbrokes
Tina Thakor-Rankin, Operations Director Virgin Games Melissa Blau, Consultant and Financial Advisor
Social Networking and Media role in the Gaming Industry
Social Media and Casual games
Marketing and Social Media networks
Social Media Strategy, Measurement and ROI
Using Social Media to generate referrals
Joakim Nilsson, Head of Social Media at MANGAS GAMING
Catriona Campbell, Director Foviance
Craig Hepburn, Worldwide Head of Digital at Nokia
Jennifer Huxley, Global Marketing & PR 888 Holdings
Debbie Mason, CEO Bingolore Limited & CEO Masonmediamatrix Limited
16:00 Closing Speech followed by Networking Drinks
19:00 WIG Networking Champagne Reception followed by Gala Dinner & Awards ceremony
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