The Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) will have a strong voice at the first-ever RTG Global Awards, with its senior vice-president of accreditation, advisory, and insights, Tracy Parker, confirmed as one of the judges. The announcement was made by the organisers of Regulating the Game, the annual conference and industry event set to return to Sydney in March 2026.
The awards ceremony will take place during the Regulating the Game Gala Dinner on Tuesday, 10 March 2026, at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth. Designed to celebrate excellence across the gambling industry, the RTG Global Awards will spotlight achievements in safer gambling, compliance, industry integrity, financial crime risk management, and community engagement. Categories for the awards this year include:
- Leadership Voice
- Safer Gambling Champion
- Compliance Excellence
- RegTech Solution of the Year
- Community Impact Initiative
- Emerging Leader – Safer Gambling or Compliance
This time, the RTG Global Awards are part of the broader Regulating the Game 2026 programme, which will also include Pitch! at the Sydney Opera House, an expanded exhibition space, and a masterclass series featuring global thought leaders from across the gambling and regulatory sectors.
Affirming RGC’s Global Role in Harm Prevention
The Responsible Gambling Council, founded in Canada over 40 years ago, is recognised worldwide for its work in reducing gambling-related harm. Its efforts span independent research, player education, and strategic partnerships with regulators, operators, and community organisations. The council said that taking part in the RTG Global Awards judging process fits perfectly with its mission to recognise and promote initiatives that place player protection and harm minimisation at the heart of industry growth.
Tracy Parker is no stranger to the world of gambling harm prevention. With nearly 30 years of experience in advancing social responsibility and sustainability, she has helped to develop and implement high standards for the industry. At RGC, she leads the development of robust accreditation and assurance programmes that help operators build safer gambling environments and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Paul Newson, principal at Vanguard Overwatch and founder of Regulating the Game, welcomed Parker’s appointment, describing her as a highly respected figure with a wealth of experience in implementing practical, evidence-based harm prevention standards. He added that her involvement would ensure the judging panel reflects the values of integrity, player safety, and sustainable industry development.
