Wendy Montgomery
Wendy Montgomery is a senior executive at International Game Technology (IGT), where she leads global marketing, communications, and sustainability efforts. Since joining the company in 2018, she has played a key role in shaping IGT’s global brand presence, product messaging, and corporate responsibility agenda.
Bio
Leadership Role at IGT
As Senior Vice President of Marketing, Communications and Sustainability, Wendy Montgomery manages brand strategy, trade show presence, and product positioning. She also oversees corporate communications and IGT’s ESG programs. Her efforts help IGT build credibility across global gaming and lottery sectors.
She chairs the Executive Sustainability Committee and co-chairs the Diversity and Inclusion Executive Council. Wendy also leads the Women’s Inclusion Network, supporting equity and leadership development for women at IGT. These initiatives reflect her focus on building inclusive, purpose-driven teams that support long-term growth.
Wendy Montgomery Career Path and Experience
Before joining IGT, Wendy Montgomery spent over a decade at the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. She led departments responsible for marketing, sales, policy, and iGaming strategy. Her previous roles also include executive positions at W Network (Corus Entertainment) and Star Choice Communications. She has consistently used her leadership skills to bridge business goals with social impact.
She brings international experience from working in Canada, the United States, South Africa, Israel, and Eastern Europe. Wendy studied business leadership at Queen’s University and completed advanced marketing programs in Johannesburg and London. Her broad expertise helps her navigate both corporate and regulatory environments.
Recognition and Achievements
Wendy Montgomery has earned several major industry honors. In 2021, she entered the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame for her contributions to marketing and social responsibility. A year earlier, she received a C-Suite Award from Providence Business News for excellence in executive leadership.
She also helped IGT’s iLottery division achieve iCAP Ready accreditation, becoming the first supplier to reach that milestone. The National Council on Problem Gambling awarded this certification, recognizing IGT’s leadership in responsible digital gaming.
Wendy Montgomery continues to shape IGT’s business through innovation, strategic communication, and a deep commitment to ESG values. Her work influences not just marketing, but the future direction of the global gaming industry.