Oriana Branon has been appointed Vice President Communications and Corporate Affairs at Aristocrat Gaming.
In the newly created position, Branon will oversee all internal and external relations for the Gaming division, and provide strategic guidance on the group’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG), as well as sustainability and ethical impact, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
She will be a member of Aristocrat Gaming’s executive leadership team and report directly to Hector Fernandez, CEO.
“We are thrilled to welcome Oriana to the Aristocrat Gaming team, where she will support our mission to bring joy to life through the power of play,” said Fernandez.
“Oriana’s extensive communications background across business and consumer markets, stellar track record of storytelling, and commitment to social impact demonstrate she will be an incredible asset to our company during a time of rapid growth.”
Recently, she led corporate communications at Bill.com. This was to increase its visibility and externality in the wake its IPO. She also served as the first California PR hire for Alaska Airlines.
Branon is a bachelor of arts graduate in communications and sociology from the University of California Santa Barbara. He sits on several non-profit boards dedicated to creating pathways for communities that have been underserved. Branon also has a passion for mentorship for women of color professionals.
Branon commented: “I am excited to join Aristocrat Gaming to build on the company’s rich history of delivering award-winning and entertaining gaming experiences to players around the world.
“I look forward to working with the team to capture the tremendous opportunity ahead.”
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