IGT promotes long-serving COO to president of Global Gaming division
Nick Khin takes on the new role after 11 years with the supplier ahead of Apollo Global Management’s acquisition
International Game Technology (IGT) has appointed Nick Khin as the company’s new president of its Global Gaming division.
Reporting into company CEO Vince Sandusky, Khin will be tasked with managing the global gaming business unit.
His remit will include overseeing studios, technology, sales, games and hardware, manufacturing and services, and systems.
Khin first joined IGT back in 2013, serving as the company’s SVP and head of corporate strategy and M&A.
After overseeing the merger between GTECH and IGT, Khin then stepped up to the role of chief operating officer in 2015.
Prior to joining IGT, Khin spent 10 years at Aristocrat. He worked as managing director and general manager from February 2002 to August 2008, before serving as the company’s president and CEO until June 2012.
Khin also spent four years as a board director at the American Gaming Association from December 2008 to June 2012.
Speaking about Khin’s promotion, Sandusky said: “Nick is the obvious choice to lead IGT Global Gaming. Under his leadership, IGT is consistently releasing top games and strengthening its performance in every game category
“Nick’s knowledge, leadership and passion have earned him the respect of colleagues throughout our industry.”
Back in July, IGT and fellow supplier Everi entered into a definitive agreement with Apollo Global Management, which will see the asset management firm take control of IGT’s Gaming and Digital arm.
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