(AsiaGameHub) –   AffPapa is rolling out four exclusive new categories for the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2026, redirecting part of the spotlight from companies to the individuals driving the industry’s progress.

While the awards have historically focused on honoring brands in the iGaming sector, this year’s edition expands that scope to also highlight personal accomplishments and leadership contributions.

The newly added categories for the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2026 are as follows:

• Woman Leader of the Year
• CEO of the Year
• Affiliate Manager of the Year
• Best Employer of the Year

Designed to be more selective and targeted, these categories place a greater emphasis on individual contributors and workplace culture, rather than overall company performance.

Levon Nikoghosyan, CEO at AffPapa, stated:

Behind every high-performing company, there are always teams carrying out core work and keeping operations running smoothly. We wanted to shine more light on that side of the industry this year, as these are the people who also shape its future trajectory.

The decision to launch these new categories aligns with the event’s newly adopted theme, “The Test of Time”, which centers on consistency, resilience, and long-term impact, recognizing those who have remained relevant while supporting the industry’s growth.

Registration for the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2026 is still open, with affiliates, operators, and B2B providers invited to submit their brands for nomination, including for the new categories. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on the final day of the AffPapa Conference Madrid, held from May 18–20.

Companies and industry professionals can sign up for the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2026 through the official event website.