Brightstar Lottery has become the first lottery supplier to provide funding to Pittsburgh-based International Problem Gambling and Gaming Certification Organization (IPGGC).
Formerly known as the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board, the IPGGC is an international body dedicated to certifying professionals in the field of problem gambling and gaming.
Brightstar’s donation will directly contribute to the expansion of IPGGC programs, including Global Gambling Counselor Certification and the new Collegiate Counselors Gambling Certification.
“The IPGGC applauds Brightstar for leading the industry in its commitment to supporting the certification of problem gambling professionals through this first-of-its-kind donation,” said IPGGC board of directors president Jody Bechtold. “Brightstar’s deep understanding of the lottery industry and commitment to responsible gaming will support our mission to ensure that any individual impacted by problem gambling has access to the highest quality of care and support.”
Wendy Montgomery, Brightstar’s senior vice president of branding, communications and sustainability, commented: “Being the first lottery industry supplier to financially support the IPGGC is a testament to Brightstar’s commitment to comprehensive responsible gaming processes and practices.
“As a core piece of Brightstar’s Sustainable Play program, responsible gaming is woven into the fabric of our company, and we are happy to back the IPGGC’s mission to increase the availability and certification of responsible gaming professionals.”
Shares in Brightstar Lottery plc (NYSE:BRSL) closed 0.59 per cent higher at $13.65 per share in New York Thursday.