2025 CELEBRATION OF GAMING &
7TH ANNUAL HALL OF FAME DINNER GALA

June 26, 2025 | 5:30pm – 8:30pm

The Mississippi Gaming & Hospitality Association is pleased to announce a “Celebration of Gaming,” including the Hall of Fame Dinner Gala at the Cypress Ballroom, Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast.  The Hall of Fame recognizes those who have had a major impact on the Mississippi gaming industry. This year we will honor an Industry Pioneer, Industry Influencer, and Industry Regulatory/Government Official.  Please join us for this annual celebration of the gaming industry.


A Celebration of Gaming with the Annual Hall of Fame Event
Cocktail hour: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Ceremony: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Live Band & Dinner
Portion of Proceeds to benefit the Hancock County Food Pantry.

Our 2025 Inductees

Duncan McKenzie
Industry Pioneer

Hugh Keating
Industry Influencer

Kirk Fordice
Industry Regulator/Government Official


Sponsorships and tickets available by contacting Larry Gregory, Executive Director at lgregory@msgaming.org or Allen Godfrey, Deputy Director at agodfrey@msgaming.org