LAS VEGAS, Nov. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- AGS, (NYSE:
AGS) (or the "Company"), a leading designer and supplier of
electronic gaming machines, table products, and interactive
solutions for the gaming industry, today announced Geoff Freeman has been appointed to its
Board of Directors.
Freeman, who stepped down from his role as President and Chief
Executive Officer of the American Gaming Association ("AGA") in
August, is now the President and Chief Executive Officer of the
Grocery Manufacturers Association, the leading representative of
the $2.1 trillion food, beverage, and
consumer products industry.
AGS President and Chief Executive Officer David Lopez said, "We are excited to welcome
Geoff as a new independent director to the AGS Board. Not only does
he have a proven track record of effecting significant positive
change in our industry, he is a recognized and respected business
leader who brings deep strategic, operational, and market
development experiences that span across multiple industries. Geoff
is an extraordinary executive and a great cultural fit who brings a
new perspective to our Board and will be invaluable to the
continued growth and success of AGS."
During his five-year tenure at the helm of the AGA, Freeman led
the trade organization to monumental successes that have forever
changed the face of the gaming industry, including expanding the
organization's membership by 200 percent; overturning the
Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 (PASPA),
which led to legalized sports betting in the U.S.; significantly
improved relationships between tribal and commercial gaming
operators; spearheading the AGA's Get to Know Gaming
campaign focused on the economic benefits of gaming; and delivering
a successful campaign to prevent the IRS from lowering the
reporting threshold on slot winnings.
Freeman said, "I'm honored to join the AGS Board of Directors at
such an exciting time in the company's growth journey. Having
worked closely with David Lopez and
the entire AGS leadership team on numerous initiatives, including
their annual GameON Customer Summit, I'm excited to help this
passionate, experienced, innovative, and intelligent team take the
Company to the next level. I have tremendous respect for the AGS
Board, and I look forward to working with them to help AGS continue
its momentum."
Before joining the AGA in May
2013, Freeman served in numerous high-level roles, including
Chief Operating Officer for the U.S. Travel Association; Vice
President, Issue Management for APCO Worldwide; Director,
Government Affairs and Strategic Outreach for Freddie Mac; and
Director, Strategic Planning and Public Affairs for the American
Association of Health Plans. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in
Political Science/Public Policy from University of California, Berkeley.
About AGS
AGS is a global company focused on
creating a diverse mix of entertaining gaming experiences for every
kind of player. Our roots are firmly planted in the Class II Native
American gaming market, but our customer-centric culture and growth
have helped us branch out to become a leading all-inclusive
commercial gaming supplier. Powered by high-performing Class II and
Class III slot products, an expansive table products portfolio,
highly rated social casino solutions for players and
operators, and best-in-class service, we offer an unmatched value
proposition for our casino partners. Learn more
at www.playags.com.
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President of Investor Relations
jboguslawski@PlayAGS.com
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President of Marketing & Corporate
Communications
Lolson-reyes@PlayAGS.com
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