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- [2024 WiPHoF Nominations](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2024-wiphof-nominations/) - Nominations Open for the 2024 Women in Poker Hall of Fame Inductions Thank you for your participation in the nomination process for the Women in Poker Hall of Fame. Nominations are now closed and the submissions are being reviewed by the Hall members. Ballot information should be provided soon. Thank you again!

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- [Home](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/) - Women in Poker Hall of FameCelebrating Excellence, Contribution & Performance. Kristen Foxen and Jeanne David Selected for Class of 2024 with Introduction of New Pioneer Induction Category The Women in Poker Hall of Fame (WiPHoF) has completed the selection process with 52 women nominated in the public nomination process. Eight exceptional women headlined the ballot
- [The Hall](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/the-hall/) - Women in Poker Hall of FameThe prestigious Women in Poker Hall of Fame was established in 2008. We our dedicated to celebrating the exceptional achievements and contributions of women in the poker world. With twenty-five incredible women already inducted, we continue to honor those who have made a lasting impact on the game and its
- [Starla Brodie](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/starla-brodie/) - Pioneer Induction Starla Brodie Class of 2024 As stewards of the Hall, the WiPHoF Hall Members are keenly aware of the women pioneers who are deserving of induction but their stories or contributions aren’t well known. Women who took a seat at the highest levels and were respected for their ability and success. These women
- [Kristen Foxen](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/kristen-foxen/) - Kristen Foxen - Class of 2024 Kristen Bicknell Foxen – A Canadian born professional poker player who with over $8 Million on tournament earnings ranks second in the all-time women’s ranking list. She has earned 5 WSOP Bracelets, having won the 5th just a couple of weeks ago, and has final tabled in both the World Poker
- [Jeanne David](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/jeanne-david/) - Jeanne David – Class of 2024 A well-known Mixed Game tournament player, Jeanne has contributed to the world of poker in many ways. David was the head of responsible gaming for the largest poker site in the world, PokerStars, until she retired a few years ago. She was very active in legislative work around the US
- [2024 WiPHoF Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2024-wiphof-ceremony/) - Kristen Foxen and Jeanne David Selected for Class of 2024 with Introduction of New Pioneer Induction Category The Women in Poker Hall of Fame (WiPHoF) has completed the selection process with 52 women nominated in the public nomination process. Eight exceptional women headlined the ballot and along with the Hall members, over 1200 votes were
- [Past Hall Classes](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/past-hall-events/) - History in the Making Class of 2024 Class of 2022 Class of 2018 Class of 2016 Class of 2014 Class of 2012 Class of 2011 Class of 2010 Class of 2009 Class of 2008
- [2024 WiHoF Ceremony Tickets](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2024-wihof-ceremony-tickets/) - We are thrilled to have you join us for the historic 2024 Women in Poker Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Luncheon. Space is limited and available on a first come first serve basis. Please make your purchases early to save your seat! SPONSORED BY WiPHoF Induction Ceremony & LuncheonWednesday Dec 11th, 2024 | 11AM
- [Thank You for Joining Us!](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/thank-you-2024/) - We are pleased to have you join us for this amazing historic event. To ensure we welcome you properly, we ask you to complete the form below and make your lunch selection for each ticket purchased. WiPHoF Induction Ceremony & LuncheonWednesday Dec 11th, 2024 | 11AM Plaza Hotel & CasinoAddress: 1 N Main St, Las
- [Pioneer Ballot](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/pioneer-ballot/) - Thank you so much Terry for gathering up all this information on these amazing women! Ladies, please review it to make your selection. Or you can do your own research. I did and there is some info out there on a lot of these women. This is the list of Candidates for you to vote
- [2024 WiPHoF Candidates](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2024-wiphof-ballot-complete/) - Cast Your Vote for the 2024 Women in Poker Hall of Fame The WiPHoF Class of 2024 voting begins October 20th, 2024 and remains open until October 30th, 2024 at Midnight PST. WiPHoF Hall Members, and invited Media/Industry voting panel members cast their votes for who they feel should enter this year’s WiPHoF Class of
- [2024 Hall Votes](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2024-hall-votes-complete/) - This the PRIVATE voting page for all Hall members and invited Media and Industry panel members to exercise your votes. Please do not share! Each one of you have TEN votes to cast as you see fit. You may cast all ten for one candidate or spread the votes around to many of the candidates.
- [2024 Ballot Short List](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2024-ballot-short-list/) - Thank you all for your time and input for the 2024 Hall of Fame. The major discussions included: Do we want to induct a Player & an Industry Person? Do we want to induct a single Inductee to make it more exclusive? If we chose as a Hall to induct a "Pioneer" person, they must
- [Charter](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/charter/) - WiPHoF Charter I. Creation Women in Poker Hall of Fame was founded on May 1, 2008 by Lupe Soto, a poker enthusiast with the objective to give honor and prominence to women in the game. II. Mission Statement The Women in Poker Hall of Fame is an international entity commemorating women of outstanding performance in the
- [2022 WiPHoF  Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2022-wiphof-ceremony/) - Class of 2022 Inductees Jennifer Tilly, Vanessa Selbst, Angelica Hael and Terry King 2022 Women in Poker Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Celebration Presented by Playtika and PokerGO The Women in Poker Hall of Fame (WiPHoF) returns for the first time since 2018 after a hiatus due to the cancellation caused by the pandemic in 2020. This
- [2008 WiPHoF Induction Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2008-wiphof-induction-ceremony/) - Inaugural Class of 2008 Inductees Barbara Enright, Linda Johnson, Marsha Waggoner, and Susie Isaacs This was a fabulous and memorable event for all who attended. Our friends in the media were in full force and have done a fine job covering the festivities as they happened. The following is in the words of Lizzy Harrison.
- [About Us](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/about-us/) - About Us​Devoted to Excellence The prestigious Women in Poker Hall of Fame, founded in 2008, celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of women in the poker world. This esteemed institution recognizes those who have attained prominence in the game and have significantly impacted the poker community, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations
- [2018 WiPHoF Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2018-wiphof-ceremony/) - Class of 2018 Inductees Maria Ho and Lupe Soto Such an amazing afternoon celebrating women in poker! Thank you to our generous sponsors for their support and to all the volunteers who came together to make it an event to remember! Video by Joe Garrett WIPHOF 2018 Gallery Read about the event from the words
- [2016 WiPHoF Induction Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2016-wiphof-induction-ceremony/) - Class of 2016 Inductees Debbie Burkhead and Victoria Coren Mitchell Thank you to all who attended and helped celebrate the induction festivities of Industry Professional and Player Debbie Burkhead and Poker Professional Victoria Coren Mitchell Sponsors: Violette’s Vegan Restaurant, Triton Poker Chips, Card Player Cruises, JKG Productions, and Bonnie Overfield’s Jewelscent Store. WRITTEN BY JESS WELMAN'S BLOG - culteralnitpicery.com
- [2014 Induction Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2014-induction-ceremony/) - Class of 2014 Inductees Allyn Jaffrey Shulman and Deborah Giardina 2014 Women in Poker Hall of Fame and Celebration Tournament The glitz was not spared at this wonderful celebration to honor these two amazing women, Allyn Jaffrey Shulman and Deborah Giardina. The house was filled with some of poker’s biggest leaders as well. Our MC Jan
- [2012 Induction Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2012-induction-ceremony/) - Class of 2012 Inductees Kathy Raymond and Joanne "JJ" Liu Such an amazing Hall ceremony and US Ladies Poker Championship weekend. It was filled with great poker, an amazing ceremony and fun for everyone! If you missed the Women in Poker Hall of Fame Ceremony, then you need to plan to be there next time.
- [2011 WiPHoF Induction Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2011-wiphof-induction-ceremony/) - Class of 2011 Inductees Margie Hientz, Kristy Gazes Green and Phyllis Caro Yazbet In a beautifully decorated and sold out ballroom, the Women in Poker Hall of Fame sponsored by Lord Griffon Jewelry produced a memorable and fitting tribute to these well accomplished women. Kicking off the event was a hosted cocktail party and silent auction benefiting
- [2010 WiPHoF Induction Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2010-wiphof-induction-ceremony/) - Class of 2010 Inductees Kathy Liebert, Billie Brown and Jennifer Harman The 2010 Women in Poker Hall of Fame ceremony was a night to remember. With Mistress of Ceremony Jan Fisher at the helm, we were guaranteed a laugh… she was an entertaining spotlight to a memorable event. Also there to lend his support was former
- [2009 WiPHoF Induction Ceremony](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/2009-wiphof-induction-ceremony/) - Class of 2009 Inductees Jan Fisher, Cyndy Violette and June Field To a sold out crowd, this year’s Women in Poker Hall of Fame ceremony was fantastic! With MC Mike Sexton orchestrating the evenings events, he opened with a proclamation sent to the event by Las Vegas mayor Oscar Goodman, who declared June 5th, 2009
- [Poker Gives](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/poker-gives/) - The Women in Poker Hall of Fame is a program of Vegas Connected Inc, a Nevada 501c3 Non-Profit and a sister program of Poker Gives. Funds are raised to support our homeless food distribution, youth support services and military families in need programs. All proceeds in excess of the production costs are donated to the Poker
- [Contact](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/contact/) - Contact Details​ The Women in Poker Hall of Fame is an all volunteer organization. Many individuals, businesses and industry professionals contribute their time and talents to make the Hall a success. If you would like to serve on the WiPHoF Committee, please contact us! Committee Chair: Lupe Soto – lupe@lupesoto.com Mailing Address​3549 Blackstone StLas Vegas, NV
- [Terry King](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/terry-king/) - Terry King - Class of 2022 Terry King is one of the pioneering women in poker. She arrived in Las Vegas in 1972 and watched her friend play poker until she had the nerve to sit at a table on her own, after which Terry fell in love with the game. In 1978 she won
- [Angelica Hael](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/angelica-hael/) - Angelica Hael - Class of 2022 Vice President of Global Tour Management at World Poker Tour and is now in her 14th year with WPT. She oversees the overall management of World Poker Tour and WPT-branded events. Beyond her duties at WPT, Angelica has made it a mission to develop the WPT Women’s Poker Initiative,
- [Vanessa Selbst​](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/vanessa-selbst/) - Vanessa Selbst​ - Class of 2022 For over a decade, you couldn’t open a poker publication without seeing Venessa as a top-ranked player on poker leaderboards. Her ascent to stardom started at the 2006 World Series of Poker, where she managed to make the final table of the $2,000 No-Limit Hold ’em event, finishing in
- [Jennifer Tilly](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/jennifer-tilly/) - Class of 2022 Although she may be best known for her long career in the entertainment industry, many don’t realize that Jennifer has been in poker for over 25 years. She is often the first to break out a deck of cards on a Hollywood set in between acting duties, and will often teach the
- [Lupe Soto](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/lupe-soto/) - Lupe Soto - Class of 2018 It’s fitting that the Hall in its 10th Anniversary year inducts its Founder, Lupe Soto. She has been an advocate for women in poker for close to two decades. Coming from an online poker background in the late 90’s, she became aware of how many women were playing the
- [Maria Ho](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/maria-ho/) - Maria Ho - Class of 2018 Maria Ho is a record-breaking professional poker player, TV personality, Ambassador and host/commentator. This is her first year to be eligible for the Hall and was easily selected for induction as she has sky rocketed to success in all areas of the game. She’s currently ranked fourth on the
- [Victoria Coren Mitchell](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/victoria-coren/) - Victoria Coren Mitchell - Class of 2016 Victoria Coren Mitchell writes a weekly column for The Observer, a monthly column for Elle and is the resident agony aunt for GQ. She presents the BBC Four (now BBC Two) quiz show Only Connect, presents and produces the Radio 4 comedy series Heresy, and is a competitive
- [Debbie Burkhead](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/debbie-burkhead/) - Debbie Burkhead - Class of 2016 Debbie Burkhead began her poker career as both a player and writer in the 90's, She began writing for Pokerpages.com, and worked as an editor at Poker Digest for a brief time until it was sold. She penned a bi-monthly column called “Debbie Does Poker” that ran for more
- [Allyn Jaffrey Shulman](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/allyn-shulman/) - Allyn Jaffrey Shulman – Class of 2014 With over one million dollars in poker tournament winnings, Allyn has demonstrated superior poker skills by winning her gold bracelet and $603,713 prize in the 2012 WSOP Seniors with 4,128 entrants. At the time, this was the largest field ever for a one day starting field in a
- [Deborah Giardina](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/deborah-giardina/) - Deborah Giardina – Class of 2014 A very accomplished industry professional who has brought success to every casino she has worked with. She started her career as a dealer in 1990 in Colorado and rose to the position of Assistant Table Games Manager within six months. Deborah saw the potential in Biloxi, Mississippi and took
- [Kathy Raymond](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/kathy-raymond/) - Kathy Raymond - Class of 2012 Industry professional and poker player Kathy Raymond has held every position in a poker room over the years. She is currently the Director of Poker Operations at Venetian Casino in Las Vegas, the home of the ever popular Deepstacks Series of tournament. Before coming to Las Vegas, her leadership
- [Joanne JJ Liu](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/jj-liu/) - Joanne JJ Liu – Class of 2012 Poker professional Joanne “JJ” Liu was born in Taiwan, and moved to Peoria, Illinois to pursue a Master’s degree in computer engineering at Bradley University. After graduation, she took a job as a software engineer in Silicon Valley. It was there that she discovered her love for poker,
- [Kristy Gazes Green](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/kristy-gazes/) - Kristy Gazes Green – Class of 2010 Born and raised in the LA area, Kristy Gazes learned to play poker from her father. After turning 21, Kristy and friends would regularly head to the Commerce Casino to play Pai Gow. Once there, she saw the poker tables, and remembering the lessons given by her father,
- [Phyllis Caro Yazbek](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/phyllis-caro/) - Phyllis Caro - Class of 2011 Born on June 17, 1947, Phyllis graduated from Hunter College in 1969. Ten years later, she ventured into the poker realm when she worked as a dealer at the El Cortez Casino in Las Vegas. That led to stints dealing in other card rooms, eventually leading to a chance meeting
- [Margie Heintz](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/margie-heintz/) - Margie Heintz – Class of 2011 Credited with being the first woman to ever deal at the World Series of Poker, Margie Heintz has had a long and storied career in the poker industry dating to the early 1970s. Heintz was originally from Montana, a fact that would benefit her later in life, where she
- [Jennifer Harman](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/jennifer-harman/) - Jennifer Harman – Class of 2010 Jennifer Harman was born in Reno, Nevada. Harman learned about by poker watching he dad play at 8 years old. In the mid 80s she turned pro. She has found the most success playing in high stakes cash games. Her years of experience at high-stakes cash games, playing every
- [Kathy Liebert](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/kathy-liebert/) - Kathy Liebert – Class of 2010 Born in Tennessee, but raised on Long Island in New York, Kathy attended Marist College in Poughkeepsie, NY, graduating with a degree in business and finance. A friend encouraged Kathy to try her hand at tournament poker. She headed for Las Vegas. Kathy surprised herself, finishing second in her
- [Billie Brown](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/billie-brown/) - Billie Brown – Class of 2010 Billie Brown started her career as an educator choosing to teach mentally handicapped children. Throughout her life, she would continue her commitment to community service and her emphasis on the importance of education. After graduation from UCLA, Billie found work as a Ford model and quickly moved into the
- [June Field](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/june-field/) - Some might not know June Field, but they benefit from her contribution to the poker world. Though she won a WSOP bracelet in the Ladies seven-card stud tournament in 1982, it was her background in journalism that led her to make her mark in poker. June founded Card Player magazine in 1988. “I wanted a
- [Jan Fisher](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/jan-fisher/) - Jan Fisher – Class of 2009 Jan Fisher started her poker career in 1977 when she moved to Las Vegas to become a poker dealer. She dealt for 15 years before moving on to semi-professional playing and poker management. She is a partner in Card Player Cruises and also a co- founder of the Tournament
- [Cyndy Violette](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/cyndy-violette/) - Cyndy Violette – Class of 2009 Cyndy Violette dealt blackjack and poker in Las Vegas and started playing tournament poker in 1984. She built a small bankroll with her tournament winnings and decided to make poker her profession. Before long, she was setting records for most-money won by a female tournament player. In 1994, she
- [Susie Isaacs](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/susie-isaacs/) - Susie Isaacs – Class of 2008 Susie Isaacs is best known for being the first woman to win the World Series of Poker ladies championship back-to-back in 1996 and 1997. In 1998, she placed 10th in the World Series of Poker $10,000 event vying for the one million dollar first prize. In 2006, she placed in
- [Marsha Waggoner](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/marsha-waggoner/) - Marsha Waggoner – Class of 2008 Marsha Waggoner was born and raised in Australia. She spent some time as a blackjack dealer in Sydney but made most of her money playing in poker games on her nights off. In the 1980s, Waggoner moved to the United States with her three children. She settled in the
- [Barbara Enright](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/barbara-enright/) - Barbara Enright – Class of 2008 A true class act, this top female player became the first woman to ever win a major open World Series of Poker event when she won the pot-limit hold’em title in 1996. In addition to holding an open-event bracelet, Enright has also won two bracelets in the WSOP ladies
- [Linda Johnson](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/linda-johnson/) - Linda Johnson – Class of 2008 The former publisher of Card Player magazine, Johnson is the current World Poker Tour announcer, a Card Player author, and a well-respected player. She won a World Series of Poker bracelet in 1997 in the $1,500 seven-card Razz event. When not working with the WPT, Johnson is the organizer
- [Winter Festival](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/winter-festival/) - Women in Poker Winter Festival A Celebration of Skill and Success Discover the excitement of the Women in Poker Winter Festival, where elite female players come together for poker tournaments, networking, and celebration of women in poker. Experience the power of women in a traditionally male-dominated game. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of feminine
- [Sponsor Us](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/sponsor-us/) - Become a proud sponsor of the prestigious Women in Poker Hall of Fame. Established in 2008, our organization is dedicated to celebrating the exceptional achievements and contributions of women in the poker world. With twenty-five incredible women already inducted, we continue to honor those who have made a lasting impact on the game and its
- [Voting Panel](https://womeninpokerhalloffame.com/voting-panel/) - Voting Panel The following members of the poker media and industry have been invited to participate as voting members of the Women in Poker Hall of Fame. We feel they represent the general public as they are in the trenches every day in the poker world. We thank them all for their dedication to our

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