Trevor Croker, CEO and Managing Director of Aristocrat Leisure Ltd, has been elected new Chairman of the American Gaming Association (AGA) Board of Directors.
Croker will be succeeding outgoing AGA Chairman Tim Wilmott, President and CEO of Penn National Gaming, Inc., who has been in the role since 2018.
An active participant in the AGA since being appointed CEO of Aristocrat in 2017, Croker has broad experience in the regulated social games business, including that gained in key leadership roles like EVP, global products and insights, chief digital officer, and managing director of Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific.
Commenting on his new role, Trevor Croker said:
“It’s a great privilege to lead the AGA during a time of great growth and change in the gaming industry. I look forward to continuing the progress made under Tim’s leadership to modernize the industry and make responsible gaming a signature priority.”
While president and CEO of the AGA, Bill Miller, added:
“I’m thrilled to have such a well-regarded leader in the industry step into the role of AGA’s next chairman. Trevor brings with him invaluable insight from our supplier members and fresh perspectives on how to propel the industry into the next generation of gaming.
“Tim led the AGA during a dynamic period for the industry and provided a steady hand throughout the association’s own evolution. The entire gaming industry benefited from his leadership, and I’m personally grateful for his continued and wise counsel.”
And, outgoing AGA Chairman Tim Wilmott, said:
“It’s been an honor to serve the gaming industry as chairman of AGA the past two years. I’m proud of the strides we’ve made to highlight gaming’s role as an economic engine and mainstream form of entertainment. The future of the organization and industry is bright with Trevor and Bill’s leadership.”
