Ryan North

Ryan North is a senior gaming executive with over 18 years of experience in driving growth and innovation in Class II and networked gaming. Currently, they serve as Vice President of Strategy & Planning at IGT, leading corporate strategy and executing growth initiatives that enhance competitiveness and revenue. Previously, at Aristocrat Gaming, Ryan directed strategies that grew the Class II portfolio from 3 to 10 top titles and introduced innovative features that significantly improved engagement. They also co-founded Game Room Solutions, an e-commerce brand specializing in custom arcade products, utilizing AI-driven marketing and strategic collaborations to achieve substantial revenue growth. Ryan holds a degree in Economics and Political Science from the University of Oklahoma.