ICRG Names Eileen Moore Johnson New Board Chair
Board Member and Industry leader appointed as Chair of the International Center of Responsible Gaming’s Board of Directors
[LAS VEGAS, NV] — [August 26, 2025] — The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG), a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to scientific research and education on gambling disorder and responsible gambling, announces the appointment of Eileen Moore Johnson as the new Chair of its Board of Directors.
With over 30 years of leadership experience in executive and operational areas of hospitality, casino gaming, and destination transportation, Eileen displays a notable interest in advancing responsible gaming practices through research driven education on problem gambling. She succeeds ICRG’s, now President, Michael Soll, continuing the organization’s mission to support evidence-based research and provide independent, peer-reviewed resources for policymakers, industry leaders, clinicians, and the public.
A Demonstrated Leader in Gaming and Hospitality
Most recently, Eileen served as General Manager and Strategic Advisor to The Boring Company’s Vegas Loop, where she helped guide the development and expansion of the first all-electric, zero-emissions underground public transportation system.
Preceding her role at The Boring Company, she was the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for Scientific Games Corporation/Light & Wonder, where she was responsible for global human resources, sustainability, philanthropy, responsible gaming, and DEI initiatives.
Eileen also had a two-decade-long career in corporate strategy and operations at Caesars Entertainment, where she grew to Regional President, supervising four major Las Vegas Strip resorts. Her dedication to promoting responsible gaming throughout her career has been significant through her long participation and leadership of multiple properties and Responsible Gaming Committees.
Commitment to Responsible Gaming and Community Service
Eileen is a sustained presence in the promotion of responsible gaming, demonstrated by her service on the ICRG Executive Committee, as a Founding Board Member of Global Gaming Women, and as a strategic advisor to boards in hospitality, technology, and e-commerce.
Currently serving on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas College of Hospitality Dean’s Advisory Board, Eileen also plays a significant role in the progression of social impact initiatives in higher education. Formerly, she held board positions with the University of Houston, University of Indiana Southeast, the Muhammad Ali Center, and the Kentucky Science Center .
Advancing ICRG’s Mission
“The ICRG has significantly increased and diversified its research funding in recent years, and I am proud to help continue that mission,” said Moore Johnson. “I am honored to serve as Chair of the ICRG Board and to advance the belief that science drives best practices in policy, prevention, and treatment.”
Michael Soll, ICRG President, added: “Eileen’s remarkable leadership experience, diverse industry knowledge, and commitment to responsible gaming will help steer ICRG into our next chapter of growth and impact.”
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About the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG)
The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG), founded in 1996, continues to serve as the only funding source for scientific research on gambling disorder and responsible gambling in the United States. It is recognized as a global leader on these topics and has yielded nearly 500 articles published in peer-reviewed scientific journals. For more information, visit www.icrg.org.
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