Tangam's Matthew Ankenmann Nominated for Rising Star Award at the 2026 IAG Academy IR Awards
We’re thrilled to share that Matthew Ankenmann, Director of Casino Optimization & Analytics at Tangam Systems, has been nominated for the Rising Star Award at the 2026 IAG Academy IR Awards.
This honor recognizes outstanding industry professionals aged 40 and under who have consistently demonstrated leadership, innovation, and exceptional potential to make future contributions to the gaming sector.
Matthew’s work at Tangam has been instrumental in helping operators around the globe embrace data-driven strategies to boost profitability, improve operational efficiency, and elevate the guest experience. His collaborative approach, technical expertise, and commitment to client success have earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor and one of the gaming industry’s brightest emerging talents.
The winners will be revealed at a gala dinner in the Manila Ballroom at Newport World Resorts on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
Please join us in congratulating Matthew on this well-deserved recognition!
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Jeff Hamilton
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Jeff Hamilton
President and General Manager
"Extending our partnership with Tangam to our full gaming operation, including tables and slots, was a no-brainer given Tangam's proven track record of business support."
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Sean McCreery
Executive General Manager of Table Games
“TYM proved its value to Crown by improving operational efficiency, assisting in delivering both revenue growth and labour efficiencies by helping to ensure the best possible game occupancy and availability for valued patrons.”
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Sean McCreery
Executive General Manager of Table Games
“TYM proved its value to Crown by improving operational efficiency, assisting in delivering both revenue growth and labour efficiencies by helping to ensure the best possible game occupancy and availability for valued patrons.”
The Star - Sydney
David Croft
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“Due to our ongoing success with Tangam at Sydney, we’re able to deliver the right product at the right time, leading to improvements in efficiency, transparency, decision-making and our bottom line.”
What Clients Say About Us
Caesars Entertainment
“[Tangam’s] real-time data gives us a deeper insight that allows us to quickly adjust to customer needs, while also establishing new business goals and tracking the success of our strategy.”
Melissa Price
SVP of Corporate Gaming
Mohegan Sun
“Reporting alone doesn't provide answers. We chose SODA for its highly differentiated offering that provides a clear set of actionable recommendations, which maximize gaming performance and the guest experience.”
Jeff Hamilton
President and General Manager
Rush Street Gaming
TYM and SODA have demonstrated their value time and again at our properties. By scaling their deployment across our entire portfolio, we are ensuring that all our casinos benefit from the same level of optimization and actionable insights that have already proven successful at Rivers Casino Philadelphia and Rivers Casino Des Plaines.”
Cliff Ehrlich
Chief Operating Officer
Mohegan Sun
“Reporting alone doesn't provide answers. We chose SODA for its highly differentiated offering that provides a clear set of actionable recommendations, which maximize gaming performance and the guest experience.”
Jeff Hamilton
President and General Manager
Mohegan Sun
"Extending our partnership with Tangam to our full gaming operation, including tables and slots, was a no-brainer given Tangam's proven track record of business support."
Jeff Hamilton
President and General Manager
Crown Casino Melbourne
“TYM proved its value to Crown by improving operational efficiency, assisting in delivering both revenue growth and labour efficiencies by helping to ensure the best possible game occupancy and availability for valued patrons.”
Sean McCreery
Executive General Manager of Table Games
The Star - Sydney
“Due to our ongoing success with Tangam at Sydney, we’re able to deliver the right product at the right time, leading to improvements in efficiency, transparency, decision-making and our bottom line.”
David Croft
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