Who are the top 10 influential figures in the field of casino game design and innovation?
1. Ernie Moody: Co-founder of International Game Technology (IGT) and pioneer in video slot machine technology.
2. Jay Sarno: Creator of Caesars Palace and Circus Circus, and influential in the early days of the Las Vegas casino industry.
3. Herbert Mills: Inventor of the first mechanical slot machine, the “Operator Bell”, in 1907.
4. Steve Wynn: Founder of Wynn Resorts and developer of innovative casino concepts such as the Mirage, Treasure Island, and Bellagio.
5. William “Si” Redd: Inventor of video poker and founder of A-1 Supply, which later became IGT.
6. John Huxley: Inventor of the modern roulette wheel, which features alternating red and black pockets.
7. Frank Scoblete: Author and expert on craps strategy, known for his books and instructional videos.
8. John Koza: Co-founder of Scientific Games Corporation and inventor of the instant scratch-off lottery ticket.
9. Charles Fey: Inventor of the first slot machine, the “Liberty Bell”, in 1895.
10. Howard Hughes: Businessman and movie producer who bought several casinos in Las Vegas and modernized the city’s gambling industry in the 1960s.
