LONDON, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game
Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that
Scott Gunn, the Company's Senior
Vice President of Corporate Affairs, will be inducted into the
Lottery Industry Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2020.
Gunn will be honored on Oct. 14
during a virtual ceremony hosted by the Public Gaming Research
Institute (PGRI).
"Understanding how governments effectively manage and grow
lottery businesses requires experience, talent, relationship
building and trust," said Marco
Sala, IGT CEO. "Scott
Gunn's knack for navigating the political climate in a state
or country allows him to work with public policy makers and
customers to support lottery innovation and best practices that
ensure the generation of revenue for good causes. Scott's
leadership has left a lasting impression on the global lottery
industry, and we're incredibly proud of his achievement as an
inductee to the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame."
"I am truly humbled and honored to be recognized with
membership in the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame and to work in this
industry with so many talented peers," said Gunn.
"Throughout the last 25 years, I have had the great privilege to
work alongside my exceptional colleagues with lottery customers as
well as legislators and regulators around the globe to help shape
the present and future of the lottery industry."
The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame was founded by
PGRI in 2005 as a means of honoring those who have done the
most to make the lottery industry the great success that it is
today. Membership is reserved for lottery professionals who have
promoted excellence and integrity throughout their careers. Each
year, former inductees nominate and vote on the final
recipients.
In his current role, Gunn is responsible for IGT's public
affairs related to government relations strategy and is
instrumental in directing and facilitating government relationships
and public engagement to advance global business interests for the
Company's global lottery and gaming business units.
Since joining IGT's predecessor GTECH in 1994, Gunn has held
positions in sales, business development, government relations and
global operations. While leading GTECH California operations, Scott
managed a successful lottery central system conversion, supported
major retail expansion, assisted in the launch of Mega Millions and
in 2010 helped successfully inject prize payout flexibility into
the law by shepherding a key piece of legislation over the finish
line. As a result, annual lottery revenues supporting education in
California have increased
dramatically since its enactment.
Prior to his current role, Gunn was Senior Vice President of
Global Government Relations and North America Lottery Business
Development, overseeing worldwide government relations strategy and
managing the Company's global network of government relations
resources, as well as pursuing public sector market opportunities
for the Company's various lines of business in North America.
Gunn holds a bachelor's degree in Political Economics from
Tulane University in New Orleans, La. He works in IGT's
Washington, D.C. office and
resides in Alexandria, Va. with
his wife and four daughters.
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About IGT
IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in
gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences
for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming
Machines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a
wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation,
player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge
technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that
engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local
presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more
than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering
to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility.
IGT has approximately 12,000 employees. For more information,
please visit www.igt.com.
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