Aruze Gaming welcomes Gabrielle Houston to run its finance and accounting arm

May 24, 2022
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She comes established in the world of gaming finance.

A shake up is afoot at Aruze Gaming America, Inc. (AGA) after the Las Vegas-based company hired Gabrielle ‘Gabi’ Houston as its new Senior Vice President of Finance & Accounting. 

To the role, Houston brings over three decades of experience in the world of finance, with notable experience in the gaming industry. Her remit is to oversee the company’s global accounting arm as well as its finance operations. 

Prior to assuming the role at AGA, she worked as the Vice President of Finance and Controller at Galaxy Gaming, Inc., and before this, she was in the employ of MGM Resorts International and Aristocrat.  

Houston’s remit at the new role is to lead and enlarge the accounting arm of Aruze. Additionally, she will be tasked with developing budgets, refining forecasts, and setting in place financial plans.  

Aruze Gaming President Rob Ziems had the following to say of the newcomer: “Gabi’s wealth of knowledge and experience make her an extremely valuable addition to our leadership team. 

“She is a highly-driven and talented professional, with exceptional leadership skills, who will provide an excellent vision for our financial and accounting teams.” 

From her end, Houston expressed excitement and optimism: “I am thrilled to be joining Aruze’s leadership team, who I have the utmost respect for. Aruze continues to lead by example in the innovation of the world of gaming and I’m excited to use my expertise to sustain and accelerate its growth.” 

AGA is a developer of gambling solutions across the casino market. It has a global footprint. Founded in 1983, the group is currently operational in 40 countries and 200 gaming jurisdictions.

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