International Game Technology (IGT) has announced a significant expansion of Andy Hendrickson’s role, appointing him as the company’s new Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO). This strategic move, pending regulatory approvals, underscores IGT’s commitment to innovation and product development.
Key Takeaways
- Andy Hendrickson, formerly IGT’s Chief Technology Officer, has been promoted to Chief Product & Technology Officer.
- His appointment aims to enhance the alignment between IGT’s products, processes, and global talent.
- Hendrickson brings extensive experience from the gaming and entertainment industries, including leadership roles at Activision Publishing and Walt Disney Animation Studios.
A New Era of Product and Technology Leadership
IGT has officially named Andy Hendrickson as its Chief Product & Technology Officer, a role that builds upon his previous tenure as Chief Technology Officer. Hendrickson joined the merged IGT and Everi enterprise in 2025 and is recognized for his ability to drive transformative technology initiatives and develop industry-disrupting platforms.
Strategic Vision and Operational Excellence
Incoming IGT CEO Hector Fernandez expressed enthusiasm for Hendrickson’s expanded responsibilities. "I’m very pleased that Andy Hendrickson is expanding his role at IGT to become our Chief Product & Technology Officer, leveraging his vision and expertise across technology, products and solutions to help our global customers deliver industry-leading games to players while enhancing their operations," Fernandez stated. He further emphasized that Hendrickson’s leadership as CPTO will ensure tighter alignment between IGT’s products and processes, optimizing the use of global talent across its game studios.
A Proven Track Record in Innovation
Hendrickson’s career is marked by significant contributions to the technology sector. Before joining IGT, he served as Chief Technology Officer at Activision Publishing, where he oversaw technology for major console game franchises such as "Call of Duty," "Crash Bandicoot," and "Sekiro." His experience also extends to the film industry, having led technology initiatives at Walt Disney Animation Studios for blockbuster films like "Frozen." Earlier in his career, he held key technology leadership positions at Pacific Data Images/DreamWorks Animation and Industrial Light & Magic, contributing to acclaimed projects like "Shrek 2" and "Madagascar."
Hendrickson is a named inventor on multiple U.S. patents related to areas like remote collaboration, stereoscopic depth rendering, and advanced image processing. His work has been recognized with film credits on numerous titles, including "Forrest Gump," "The Mask," "Men in Black," "Frozen," and "Wreck-It Ralph."
Poised for Growth and Innovation
Reflecting on his new role, Hendrickson stated, "I’m excited to expand my global technology leadership role to become IGT Chief Product & Technology Officer. I believe IGT has the ingredients to deliver industry-leading products and solutions to our customers, and with the strength of our game studio talent, disciplined content creation and product management, we are well-positioned for growth and innovation."
Sources
- IGT hires Andy Hendrickson as Chief Product & Technology Officer — CDC Gaming, CDC Gaming.
- IGT promotes CTO Andy Hendrickson to new role as Chief Product & Technology Officer – IAG, IAG – Inside Asian Gaming.
Founder Dinis Guarda
IntelligentHQ Your New Business Network.
IntelligentHQ is a Business network and an expert source for finance, capital markets and intelligence for thousands of global business professionals, startups, and companies.
We exist at the point of intersection between technology, social media, finance and innovation.
IntelligentHQ leverages innovation and scale of social digital technology, analytics, news, and distribution to create an unparalleled, full digital medium and social business networks spectrum.
IntelligentHQ is working hard, to become a trusted, and indispensable source of business news and analytics, within financial services and its associated supply chains and ecosystems
