Scientific Games announces retirement of CEO Pat McHugh. Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 Scientific Games announces that Chief Executive Officer Pat McHugh will retire on September 8, 2026, following more than 20 years with the company. The Board of Directors has appointedKevin Schneider as Interim CEO, effective upon McHugh's retirement, as it conducts a search for a permanent successor. Following his retirement, McHugh will remain with Scientific Games in an advisory role as Vice Chair to support a seamless leadership transition. "On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Pat for his leadership and his many contributions to Scientific Games over the past two decades," said David Nowak, Chairman, Scientific Games and President, Brookfield's Private Equity Group. "Throughout his career, Pat has helped strengthen the company, expand its global lottery business and build trusted relationships with customers around the world. We appreciate his continued support during this transition. "The Board has initiated the search for our next CEO and has full confidence in Kevin to lead the company as Interim CEO. Serving on the Board since 2022 and as Vice Chair since March 2026, Kevin has a deep understanding of our business, and he is a proven leader. Kevin and our experienced leadership team will continue executing the company's strategy while providing the continuity and service our customers have come to expect as the Board conducts its search for our next CEO." Throughout his more than 30-year career in the lottery industry, McHugh helped shape the evolution of lottery technology, operations and innovation. He began his lottery career with GTECH in 1992 before joining Scientific Games in 2004 as Vice President of North American Operations. Over the next 18 years, he advanced through a series of leadership positions, including President of North America Lottery Systems, Senior Vice President of Global Lottery Systems and Chief Executive, Lottery Division, before being named Chief Executive Officer in 2022. McHugh helped lead the expansion of Scientific Games' global lottery business, advanced strategic innovations across lottery games, products and digital and retail technologies and played an important role in positioning the company for its next chapter following Brookfield Business Partners' acquisition of the lottery business in 2022. "I am grateful to have worked alongside so many talented colleagues and to have partnered with lottery customers around the world throughout my career, many of whom I consider friends," said McHugh. "I am proud of what we have accomplished together, achieving new heights and many industry firsts, and I am grateful for the trust our customers and business partners have placed in Scientific Games. Announcing my retirement now allows the Board to conduct an open search for the best leader to guide the company through its next phase of growth while ensuring a smooth leadership transition. Scientific Games has an experienced leadership team, talented employees and a bright future, and I look forward to seeing it continue serving lotteries around the world." Schneider joined the Scientific Games Board of Directors in 2022 and was elected Vice Chair in March 2026. During his Board service, he worked closely with fellow directors and the executive leadership team on the company's strategic, commercial and operational priorities. He brings more than 35 years of executive leadership experience leading global businesses in highly regulated industries. Prior to joining the Scientific Games Board, Schneider served as Chief Operating Officer of Genworth Financial and previously led both its U.S. Mortgage Insurance and Global Mortgage Insurance businesses as President and Chief Executive Officer. Earlier executive leadership positions with GE Capital and GATX further strengthened his experience in operations, commercial strategy and organizational leadership. "Scientific Games has earned the trust of lottery customers around the world through decades of partnership, innovation and operational excellence," said Schneider. "I appreciate the Board's confidence and the opportunity to serve as Interim CEO. I look forward to working alongside our leadership team as we continue executing our strategy, supporting our customers and delivering the operational excellence that defines Scientific Games." Schneider will serve as Interim Chief Executive Officer until a permanent successor is appointed.

Scientific Games becomes primary partner of Iowa Lottery. Pat McHugh to step down as Scenic Games CEO after overseeing international expansion. Published on: 3rd August 2026 | Last updated: 3rd August 2026, 4:46 pm Scientific Games, one of the biggest tech providers to state lottery companies in the US and across the world, is on the hunt for a new Chief Executive Officer. Pat McHugh has stepped down as CEO of the Atlanta company after four years, though he will continue to work there in an advisory role as Vice Chair of its board. Kevin Schneider has been confirmed as the Interim CEO, stepping up from the role of Vice Chair which will now be filled by McHugh. "On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Pat for his leadership and his many contributions to Scientific Games over the past two decades," said David Nowak, Chairman, Scientific Games and President, Brookfield's Private Equity Group. "Throughout his career, Pat has helped strengthen the company, expand its global lottery business and build trusted relationships with customers around the world. We appreciate his continued support during this transition." Newark further praised Schneider's "deep understanding" of Scientific Games and his status as a "proven leader" with experience of the lottery tech firm's leadership team. McHugh steps down from his role at Scientific Games as the company continues to consolidate its position in the modern, increasingly digitally-driven US lottery sector. The company has been securing and re-securing contracts with a huge range of lottery companies, including the Iowa Lottery, Arizona Lottery, Hellenic Lotteries (Greece) and the Uruguay lottery. McHugh's tenure as CEO will be closely associated with deals like the latter two, with Scientific Games' management connecting his leadership to the expansion of the company's global lottery business. The firm also noted the expansion of Scientific Games' portfolio across lottery games, products, digital and retail technology. He was also CEO of the company after its acquisition by Brookfield Business Partners' in 2022. "I am grateful to have worked alongside so many talented colleagues and to have partnered with lottery customers around the world throughout my career, many of whom I consider friends," McHugh remarked. "I am proud of what we have accomplished together, achieving new heights and many industry firsts, and I am grateful for the trust our customers and business partners have placed in Scientific Games."

Scientific Games and Iowa Lottery expand to primary Scratch Game partnership for portfolio management. Jul 28, 2026, 10:15 ET Growth-Focused Partnership Includes Enhanced Iowa Lottery Player Loyalty Program ATLANTA, July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Scientific Games and the Iowa Lottery have a new agreement to drive growth across the Lottery's Scratch Game portfolio with portfolio management services. The agreement marks a strategic evolution to a primary Scratch Games partner and reinforces the Lottery's commitment to maximizing proceeds for Iowa's good cause programs, including veterans, economic development, law enforcement, education and agriculture. As part of the agreement, Scientific Games will also implement an enhanced Iowa Lottery player loyalty program across digital and retail channels. The program includes updates to Iowa Lottery's website, mobile app, loyalty program, and player support and tools for content and campaign management. "Moving to a primary portfolio management agreement with Scientific Games is about taking the Iowa Lottery's Scratch Game portfolio to the next level," said Steve Waymire, Director for the Iowa Lottery. "The Lottery will benefit from the company's 50+ years of scratch game experience, data-based insights to guide our portfolio, updates to our player loyalty program and collaboration across our teams. By combining data-driven decision-making with innovative game design and in-store point-of-sale execution, they can help us grow responsibly and deliver more proceeds to the vital programs that we support across Iowa." Through the partnership, Scientific Games will deliver comprehensive instant game services, including game planning and design, access to an extensive portfolio of licensed brands such as JURASSIC PARK and the GAME SHOW EXPERIENCE, as well as the company's proprietary Infuse business intelligence platform. "The Scientific Games partnership model has demonstrated the ability to drive meaningful growth in scratch game sales by combining data science, creative services, licensed properties and field execution," said John Schulz, President, Americas & Global Instant Products for Scientific Games. "With this new agreement, Iowa players will enjoy more engaging game experiences, stronger prize structures and enhanced loyalty and engagement opportunities." Scientific Games has been a trusted partner to the Iowa Lottery since the Lottery's inception in 1985 and currently provides the Lottery's lottery gaming system, retail point-of-sale technology and retailer management system, in addition to instant scratch games and licensed brands. With products representing 70% of instant scratch game retail sales globally, Scientific Games is the largest lottery games creator, producer and services provider in the world. The company provides retail and digital games, technology, analytics and services to 150 lotteries in 50 countries around the globe. About Scientific Games Scientific Games is a leading provider of lottery games, technology, analytics and services to government-sponsored lottery programs globally. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in instant games, data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the industry forward. For more information, visit scientificgames.com. SOURCE Scientific Games, LLC