GITNUX REPORT 2024

Only 5% of Leadership Roles Held by Women in iGaming Industry: Diversity In The iGaming Industry Statistics

Exploring Diversity in iGaming: Gender disparity, inclusion efforts, and the call for cultural change.

Author: Jannik Lindner

First published: 7/17/2024

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57% of iGaming employees believe a lack of diversity can harm company culture.

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48% of iGaming employees feel that their company's leadership is committed to diversity.

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33% of iGaming employees believe their workplace fosters a sense of belonging for all.

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39% of iGaming employees believe their company could do more to promote diversity and inclusion.

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21% of iGaming companies have a formal diversity and inclusion policy in place.

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68% of iGaming companies actively promote diversity in their recruitment processes.

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33% of iGaming employees think their companies need better diversity training programs.

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75% of iGaming companies have a code of conduct in place that addresses diversity and inclusion.

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27% of iGaming companies have set specific diversity targets for their workforce.

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43% of iGaming companies have an employee resource group dedicated to diversity.

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62% of iGaming companies have taken steps to improve gender diversity in their workforce.

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18% of iGaming companies have a dedicated diversity and inclusion officer.

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50% of iGaming employees believe their companies could do more to promote LGBTQ+ inclusion.

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29% of iGaming companies track diversity metrics regularly.

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31% of iGaming companies have launched initiatives to support neurodiversity among employees.

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16% of iGaming companies have a formal diversity and inclusion committee.

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29% of iGaming companies offer diversity and inclusion training to employees.

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22% of iGaming companies have a policy in place to promote diversity in recruitment.

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14% of iGaming companies have specific goals related to diversity and inclusion.

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25% of iGaming companies have programs to mentor women and minorities for leadership roles.

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17% of iGaming companies have initiatives focused on promoting cultural diversity in the workplace.

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19% of iGaming companies have Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

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44% of iGaming employees believe their company should do more to support diversity in hiring practices.

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26% of iGaming companies have policies in place to accommodate employees with disabilities.

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21% of iGaming companies provide unconscious bias training to their employees.

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30% of iGaming companies have diversity and inclusion as a key part of their corporate mission.

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24% of iGaming employees believe their companies take diversity and inclusion seriously.

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37% of iGaming employees feel comfortable discussing diversity and inclusion issues in the workplace.

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20% of iGaming employees feel they have experienced bias in the workplace.

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57% of iGaming employees feel diversity and inclusion are important factors in their job satisfaction.

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23% of iGaming companies have at least one board member from a minority ethnic background.

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Only 5% of leadership positions in the iGaming industry are held by women.

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15% of iGaming employees report experiencing discrimination based on their gender or ethnicity.

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12% of iGaming employees believe there are equal opportunities for career progression regardless of background.

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46% of iGaming employees believe there is a lack of cultural diversity in the industry.

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55% of iGaming employees believe their company values diversity and inclusion.

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41% of iGaming employees believe there is equal pay for equal work across genders.

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62% of iGaming employees believe that diversity drives innovation within the industry.

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53% of iGaming employees feel that diversity leads to better decision-making within their organization.

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37% of iGaming employees believe there is a lack of representation of diverse voices in decision-making processes.

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Summary

  • Only 5% of leadership positions in the iGaming industry are held by women.
  • 39% of iGaming employees believe their company could do more to promote diversity and inclusion.
  • 21% of iGaming companies have a formal diversity and inclusion policy in place.
  • 57% of iGaming employees believe a lack of diversity can harm company culture.
  • 15% of iGaming employees report experiencing discrimination based on their gender or ethnicity.
  • 23% of iGaming companies have at least one board member from a minority ethnic background.
  • 68% of iGaming companies actively promote diversity in their recruitment processes.
  • 12% of iGaming employees believe there are equal opportunities for career progression regardless of background.
  • 33% of iGaming employees think their companies need better diversity training programs.
  • 75% of iGaming companies have a code of conduct in place that addresses diversity and inclusion.
  • 27% of iGaming companies have set specific diversity targets for their workforce.
  • 43% of iGaming companies have an employee resource group dedicated to diversity.
  • 24% of iGaming employees believe their companies take diversity and inclusion seriously.
  • 62% of iGaming companies have taken steps to improve gender diversity in their workforce.
  • 37% of iGaming employees feel comfortable discussing diversity and inclusion issues in the workplace.

Despite the glitzy exterior of the iGaming industry, behind the scenes lies a stark truth: only 5% of leadership positions are occupied by women. As the colorful reels spin and the stakes rise, 39% of iGaming employees are left pondering if their company could do more to promote diversity and inclusion. With just 21% of companies having a formal diversity policy, the bets are high on whether the industry can truly level the playing field. Join us as we explore the highs, lows, and all the colorful dice rolls of diversity in the ever-evolving world of iGaming.

Company Culture

  • 57% of iGaming employees believe a lack of diversity can harm company culture.
  • 48% of iGaming employees feel that their company's leadership is committed to diversity.
  • 33% of iGaming employees believe their workplace fosters a sense of belonging for all.

Interpretation

In a world where diversity should be a jackpot, it seems like some iGaming companies are still spinning their wheels. With over half of employees recognizing the threat a lack of diversity poses to company culture, and less than half seeing their leadership truly invested in diversity, it's clear that some businesses need a fresh deal. Only a third of employees feeling a sense of belonging suggests that for many, the workplace may feel more like a gamble than a safe bet. It's time for the industry to ante up and make inclusivity the winning hand for everyone involved.

Diversity Initiatives

  • 39% of iGaming employees believe their company could do more to promote diversity and inclusion.
  • 21% of iGaming companies have a formal diversity and inclusion policy in place.
  • 68% of iGaming companies actively promote diversity in their recruitment processes.
  • 33% of iGaming employees think their companies need better diversity training programs.
  • 75% of iGaming companies have a code of conduct in place that addresses diversity and inclusion.
  • 27% of iGaming companies have set specific diversity targets for their workforce.
  • 43% of iGaming companies have an employee resource group dedicated to diversity.
  • 62% of iGaming companies have taken steps to improve gender diversity in their workforce.
  • 18% of iGaming companies have a dedicated diversity and inclusion officer.
  • 50% of iGaming employees believe their companies could do more to promote LGBTQ+ inclusion.
  • 29% of iGaming companies track diversity metrics regularly.
  • 31% of iGaming companies have launched initiatives to support neurodiversity among employees.
  • 16% of iGaming companies have a formal diversity and inclusion committee.
  • 29% of iGaming companies offer diversity and inclusion training to employees.
  • 22% of iGaming companies have a policy in place to promote diversity in recruitment.
  • 14% of iGaming companies have specific goals related to diversity and inclusion.
  • 25% of iGaming companies have programs to mentor women and minorities for leadership roles.
  • 17% of iGaming companies have initiatives focused on promoting cultural diversity in the workplace.
  • 19% of iGaming companies have Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) dedicated to diversity and inclusion.
  • 44% of iGaming employees believe their company should do more to support diversity in hiring practices.
  • 26% of iGaming companies have policies in place to accommodate employees with disabilities.
  • 21% of iGaming companies provide unconscious bias training to their employees.
  • 30% of iGaming companies have diversity and inclusion as a key part of their corporate mission.

Interpretation

In the complex world of iGaming, where luck often plays a pivotal role, it seems diversity and inclusion are also on the table – but not always winning the jackpot. With a mix of promising and concerning statistics, the industry finds itself at a crucial intersection of progress and stagnation. While some companies shine with robust diversity initiatives and inclusive policies, others still fumble the dice when it comes to promoting a truly diverse workforce. It's clear that there's room for improvement across the board, from LGBTQ+ inclusion to neurodiversity support, showing that in this fast-paced landscape, the real game-changer will be those willing to up the ante on diversity and inclusion efforts. After all, in a world where the odds are constantly shifting, a game plan for inclusivity just might be the winning hand for the iGaming industry's future success.

Employee Experience

  • 24% of iGaming employees believe their companies take diversity and inclusion seriously.
  • 37% of iGaming employees feel comfortable discussing diversity and inclusion issues in the workplace.
  • 20% of iGaming employees feel they have experienced bias in the workplace.
  • 57% of iGaming employees feel diversity and inclusion are important factors in their job satisfaction.

Interpretation

In a twist that even Lady Luck herself would find intriguing, the numbers reveal a mixed bag in the world of iGaming diversity. While slightly less than a quarter of employees believe their companies are hitting the jackpot when it comes to diversity and inclusion efforts, a significantly larger chunk finds comfort in discussing these crucial issues. However, it seems that a notable minority has still experienced bias within the industry's high-stakes environment. With over half of iGaming employees grasping the importance of diversity and inclusion for their job satisfaction, it's clear that promoting a more inclusive and equitable workplace is a gamble worth taking.

Leadership Diversity

  • 23% of iGaming companies have at least one board member from a minority ethnic background.

Interpretation

In the high-stakes world of iGaming, diversity seems to be the rare card hidden up the industry's sleeve, with only 23% of companies daring to add a dash of color to their boardrooms. While the odds may not be in favor of minority ethnic representation at the top, perhaps it's time for iGaming to reshuffle the deck and deal a hand that reflects the vibrant tapestry of its global players. After all, in a game where luck and strategy converge, a diverse board might just be the winning hand needed to hit the jackpot of innovation and inclusivity.

Workplace Equality

  • Only 5% of leadership positions in the iGaming industry are held by women.
  • 15% of iGaming employees report experiencing discrimination based on their gender or ethnicity.
  • 12% of iGaming employees believe there are equal opportunities for career progression regardless of background.
  • 46% of iGaming employees believe there is a lack of cultural diversity in the industry.
  • 55% of iGaming employees believe their company values diversity and inclusion.
  • 41% of iGaming employees believe there is equal pay for equal work across genders.
  • 62% of iGaming employees believe that diversity drives innovation within the industry.
  • 53% of iGaming employees feel that diversity leads to better decision-making within their organization.
  • 37% of iGaming employees believe there is a lack of representation of diverse voices in decision-making processes.

Interpretation

In the world of iGaming, the numbers paint a vivid picture of the industry's current state of diversity and inclusion. With only 5% of leadership positions held by women and 15% of employees reporting discrimination based on gender or ethnicity, it's clear that there's work to be done. However, the silver lining emerges as 55% believe their company values diversity, and a majority see the benefits diversity brings, such as driving innovation and leading to better decision-making. As the industry navigates these statistics, one thing is certain – diversity isn't just a buzzword, it's a catalyst for progress and success.

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