Deron Hunsberger Named Vice President of North American Game Sales at Konami Gaming
Tuesday 27 de January 2026 / 12:00
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(Las Vegas).- Seasoned gaming industry executive returns to Konami to lead land-based casino game sales across the U.S. and Canada.
Konami Gaming, Inc. has announced the appointment of Deron Hunsberger as Vice President of North American Game Sales, reinforcing the company’s commitment to growth and customer-focused leadership in the land-based casino market.
About Deron Hunsberger
Deron Hunsberger brings more than 25 years of experience working with North American casino operators to drive game performance and business growth. As Vice President of North American Game Sales at Konami Gaming, he leads the strategic and operational direction of land-based game sales across the U.S. and Canada, returning to a company where he previously served as Director of Slot Sales. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Hunsberger is no stranger to Konami Gaming. He previously served as Director of Slot Sales from 2000 to 2006 and was among the company’s earliest employees. His return marks a significant homecoming, combining deep institutional knowledge with decades of industry expertise.
“Deron Hunsberger’s demonstrated commitment to customers, solutions-driven mindset, and passion for continuous improvement align perfectly with Konami’s core values and strategic objectives,” said Tom Jingoli, President and Chief Operating Officer of Konami Gaming, Inc. “His prior experience with Konami positions him exceptionally well to lead our talented North American sales team and support casino partners from coast to coast.”
With this appointment, Konami Gaming continues to strengthen its leadership team as it expands its presence and impact in the North American land-based gaming market.
Categoría:Others
Tags: Konami Gaming Inc.,
País: United States
Región: North America
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