Fun Facts
• Len Ainsworth has donated millions to medical research and hospitals in Australia.
Current Job Title
Founder
Current Company
Ainsworth Game Technology
Company Website
https://www.agtslots.com/
Biography
Leonard "Len" Ainsworth is a renowned Australian businessman and entrepreneur, best known for his pioneering contributions to the gaming and slot machine industry. He founded Aristocrat Leisure in 1953, which became one of the world’s leading gaming machine manufacturers. After leaving Aristocrat, Ainsworth established Ainsworth Game Technology in 1995, further cementing his legacy in the global gaming sector. His career is marked by innovation, philanthropy, and a significant impact on the evolution of gaming technology.
Business Verticals
Casino, Gambling, Gaming, Online Casinos
Nationality
Australia
Geographic Markets
Global, Europe, Asia-Pacific, North America, Australia
Major Achievements
• Founded two of the most influential gaming machine companies: Aristocrat Leisure and Ainsworth Game Technology.
• Instrumental in the development and global proliferation of modern slot machine technology.
Awards & Recognition
• Inducted into the Australian Gaming Hall of Fame (2018, Australasian Gaming Expo)
• Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to business and philanthropy (2018)
Notable Projects
• Development of the Aristocrat "Clubman" poker machine, a landmark in gaming technology.
• Expansion of Ainsworth Game Technology into major international markets.
Professional Strengths
• Innovation in gaming technology
• Business leadership and entrepreneurship
• Global market expansion
Years of Experience
50
Location
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Council of the City of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Recent News
• "Len Ainsworth inducted into the Australian Gaming Hall of Fame," Australasian Gaming Expo, 2018
Media Appearances
• Interview, The Sydney Morning Herald, "Len Ainsworth: The man who made a fortune from pokies," 2018
• Profile, Financial Review, "Len Ainsworth: The godfather of pokies," 2017