Casinos had a lot to celebrate, as European Casino Association (ECA) announced the winners of its esteemed Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship for the Executive Development Programme of the Universities of Las Vegas and Reno.  

Their jury has made their selection, and heartfelt congratulations go to Siham Makrache, Grand Casino Brussels, Belgium and Vesna Goričan Čač, Mond, Resort & Entertainment, HIT Universe of Fun, Slovenia.

The European Casino Association celebrates diversity with scholarships for future leaders in the gaming industry. Well done Siham and Vesna.

Three Decades of Excellence  

The Executive Development Programme (EDP), a partnership between UNLV International Gaming Institute and the University of Nevada, Reno, stands as the pinnacle of gaming leadership education. This intensive 8-day professional development programme, now in its 35th year, is tailored for future C-suite executives in the gaming industry. 

With over three decades of excellence and more than 1,600 alumni worldwide, the EDP focuses on developing leadership, management, and strategic thinking skills. It emphasises strategic issues in casino gaming while providing global networking opportunities, offering participants a unique chance to establish lasting professional relationships with industry peers. 

Now in its 7th year, this ECA initiative continues to champion diversity in the European casino industry, offering fully funded participation in the prestigious 8-day EDP at Lake Tahoe, USA. 

ECA Board Member, Tiina Siltanen, said: “These scholarships play a pivotal role in fostering these values, providing opportunities for underrepresented groups to rise in the industry and bring unique perspectives to decision-making roles."  

The ECA firmly believes that a diverse and inclusive environment enhances employee engagement and satisfaction. The company offered a big thank you to their partners Clarion, AGEM, and the Universities of Las Vegas and Reno.