Light & Wonder Appoints Aimee Hoyt as New Chief People Officer

by Dimitri Dimitrov Published on October 13, 2026
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Light & Wonder Appoints Aimee Hoyt as New Chief People Officer
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New Executive Appointment — Aimee Hoyt has been named Chief People Officer at Light & Wonder
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Focus on Culture — Hoyt will spearhead people and culture strategies to drive the company next chapter of growth
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Leadership Expertise — Her extensive background in organizational development is set to strengthen Light & Wonder global workforce operations
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Corporate Expansion — The appointment aligns with Light & Wonder ongoing strategy to scale its operational and creative divisions
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Industry Impact — Strengthening executive HR leadership is key as the firm continues expanding across regulated markets
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Gaming and content giant Light & Wonder has announced the appointment of Aimee Hoyt as its new Chief People Officer. In her new executive role, Hoyt will lead the company’s global people and culture initiatives to support its upcoming growth phase.

Driving global workforce growth and corporate culture

Light & Wonder has reinforced its executive leadership team by welcoming Aimee Hoyt as Chief People Officer. Hoyt brings extensive expertise in managing global teams, organizational culture, and talent development. As Chief People Officer, she will oversee the company human resources strategies, ensuring that workforce expansion aligns with Light & Wonder broader business goals as it scales its digital and land-based gaming operations.

Executive commentary

Announcing the appointment across professional networks, Light & Wonder stated:

“We’re excited to welcome Aimee Hoyt to Light & Wonder as our new Chief People Officer. Aimee’s leadership and expertise in people and culture will help drive our next chapter of growth. Welcome to Light & Wonder, Aimee!”

Dimitri Dimitrov
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"We're excited to welcome Aimee Hoyt to Light & Wonder as our new Chief People Officer. Aimee's leadership and expertise in people and culture will help drive our next chapter of growth. Welcome to Light & Wonder, Aimee!"
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