The Women in Poker Hall of Fame (WPHoF) has officially announced the eight finalists for its 2024 class. Following a public nomination process and a thorough review by the Hall’s board, these distinguished women, known for their excellence both at the poker table and in the industry, will compete for a coveted spot in this prestigious institution.
Fans and industry insiders alike can now vote for their favorite finalist, and the winner will be revealed in November during a special event in Las Vegas.
The 2024 Finalists
This year’s impressive lineup of finalists includes some familiar faces and fresh contenders:
- Kristen Foxen (Canada): With over $8 million in live earnings, Foxen is one of the favorites to be inducted into the Hall.
- Liv Boeree (UK): A seasoned pro and science communicator, Boeree was a finalist in 2022 and returns for another shot.
- Kara Scott (Canada): A poker commentator and player, Scott is another returning finalist from 2022.
- Jeanne David (USA): A former PokerStars executive known for her industry contributions.
- Rebecca McAdam Willetts (USA): Another industry powerhouse, Willetts also spent years in a leadership role at PokerStars.
- Jamie Kerstetter (USA): Known for her skills at the table and as a poker commentator, Kerstetter makes her debut as a finalist.
- Annette Obrestad (Norway): A former online poker prodigy and bracelet winner, Obrestad enters the competition for the first time.
- Jennifer Shahade (USA): A renowned chess champion and poker player, Shahade also joins the ranks of first-time nominees.
The Selection Process
The selection process occurs every two years and now moves to the final voting phase. Current living members of the WPHoF and an exclusive committee of industry and media representatives will cast their votes. Each voter has 10 votes, which they can distribute among one or more candidates.
The poker community is also invited to participate in the voting process through a public page that showcases brief bios of each finalist. The results will be announced in November, with a special ceremony planned to honor the new inductee(s) during the Women in Poker Winter Festival in Las Vegas.
