The American Gaming Association has named four industry executives for the Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The announcement was made on July 8, 2026, with the formal induction ceremony planned for the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas.
Industry Leaders Honored
Holly Gagnon joins the hall as a board member of Bragg Gaming Group. Her career includes senior financial and operational positions at Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts, alongside chief executive roles at Pearl River Resort, Chumash Enterprises, and Seneca Gaming Corporation. Bill G. Lance, Jr., brings decades of service with the Chickasaw Nation, where he currently serves as secretary of state. He previously led the Chickasaw Nation health system and held the position of secretary of commerce for over thirteen years.Scott Olive, principal and founder of HRG Studios, is recognized for his work in slot machine design. He began his career at Aristocrat Gaming in 1997, co-founded True Blue Gaming in 2007, and established HRG Studios in 2012. Timothy J. Wilmott, retired chief executive officer of Penn Entertainment, served in that role from 2013 to 2019 after five years as president and chief operating officer.
His earlier career included senior management positions at Harrah’s Entertainment.
"The Gaming Hall of Fame recognizes the individuals whose vision, innovation, and dedication have helped shape today’s legal gaming industry," said AGA president and CEO Bill Miller. The four executives will be formally honored at an invitation-only event during the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas.