With great fanfare, Kagemasa Kozuki has been named to the 2022 class of the Mississippi Gaming Hall of Fame after a recommendation by the Mississippi Gaming & Hospitality Association (MGHA).
Kozuki is best known as Founder, Chairman and Representative Director of the Konami Corporation, the Japanese company with extensive holdings in in the gaming world. Most notably, Konami Gaming, Inc. has become a leading global developer and manufacturer.
In Mississippi, he introduced and expanded the footprint of Konami, growing its presence as the state’s gaming industry grew in prominence.
Larry Gregory, Executive Director of the MGHA, had this to comment on the decision to honor the Japanese businessman: “Mr. Kozuki is among the gaming pioneers that have helped develop this industry into a long-term material benefit for the people and communities in the state of Mississippi.
“We look forward to recognizing and celebrating his work as the official induction approaches.”
Well-wishers from across the industry have also expressed their congratulations.
Said Bill Hornbuckle, CEO and President of MGM Resorts International: “The future of gaming, whether here in the US or in markets as far away as Japan, relies upon strong technology and strong communities. Mr. Kozuki has demonstrated a relentless personal commitment to both, and for that I’m thrilled to offer sincere congratulations for his naming to the Mississippi Gaming Hall of Fame.”
Kozuki is due to be officially inducted into the Hall of Fame on May 5, 2022, in a ceremony at Biloxi’s Beau Rivage Resort & Casino.
