Light & Wonder Appoints Roxane Lukas as Chief People Capability Officer
LAS VEGAS – August 10, 2022 – Las Vegas-based, cross-platform game and entertainment company, Light & Wonder, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNW) (“Light & Wonder,” “L&W” or the “Company”), recently named Roxane Lukas as Chief People Capability Officer (CPCO). Lukas brings more than 25 years of combined experience in the People Leader field with focused expertise in the areas of organizational and leadership development, strategy, mentoring, talent management, executive coaching, overall operating culture and facilitating transformation.
In her new role as CPCO, Lukas will lead global People strategy and oversee L&W’s People functions to ensure business outcomes for the company. This includes Centers of Expertise dedicated to fostering a high-performance, engaging and inclusive work environment for the Company’s approximately 5,000 employees – known as “Creators”– worldwide. Some of these critical areas include Business Partnership, Corporate Social Responsibility, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Talent Management and Learning and Development.
“It’s an exciting time for Light & Wonder, and we are thrilled to have Roxane join the Company as we continue on our journey to becoming the leading cross-platform global game leader,” said Barry Cottle, CEO of Light & Wonder. “It is no secret that L&W has some of the top talent in the industry – the significant expertise, leadership and experience that Roxane possesses will only strengthen our abilities to further cultivate our high-performance culture and expand our team of Creators worldwide.”
Prior to joining Light & Wonder, Lukas was Chief People Officer for notable companies Scopely Inc. and TechStyle Fashion Group, as well as Global Vice President of HR at game giant Electronic Arts (EA). She holds a Master of Arts degree in Executive Development from New York University, a Master of Arts degree in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Literature from Skidmore College. Additionally, she is a certified facilitator of IMPAQ’s B State’s Breakthrough Leadership Team System and certified in Soul Centered Facilitation and “CHH” (Consciousness, Health and Healing).
For more information about Light & Wonder, visit www.lnw.com.
About Light & Wonder, Inc.
Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary businesses, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 6,000+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more, visit lnw.com.
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Date: 08/10/2022
Category: Corporate
Type: Release