Scientific Games announces Jim Schultz as Head of Public Policy and Government Affairs

In his role, Schultz will lead a unified government affairs, public policy and advocacy agenda to support Scientific Games's global business growth and further establish the company as the partner of choice for government lotteries worldwide to help maximize proceeds for lottery beneficiary funding. 

Pat McHugh, CEO for Scientific Games, said: "The global lottery industry is exciting and it's rapidly evolving. With his significant policy and legislative experience coupled with a deep understanding of the dynamics businesses face in highly regulated industries, Jim will play a critical role in advancing Scientific Games' mission to create secure, sustainable solutions that empower our lottery partners worldwide to maximize good cause funding. He will support our customers and associations in advocating for the lottery industry's responsible approach to generating billions of dollars annually for lottery beneficiaries". 

Schultz brings two decades of experience providing counsel to major corporations, institutions, government leaders and government organizations. He has successfully managed strategy and policy matters across wide-ranging areas, including government engagement, legislative initiatives, government contracting and procurement, federal and state ethics protocols, and administrative law matters.